How Thorogood's® are made

A tour of Weinbrenner Shoe Company's Merrill manufacturing facility. A detailed look at the process of boot manufacturing.
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[@coryshook7648]

I ordered a pair from Amazon a couple days ago and after seeing this video I’m really proud to wear these boots. I had no idea how much skill and technique and sweat went into it and I’m glad they put the flag on them!

[@ThorogoodUSA]

They are true artists in our factories. Thank you for trusting your feet in our boots, we are proud to make them for you. Enjoy the day! Thank you for the message.

[@NAFECO]

Thorogood makes high quality boots and they are made in the USA. Worth every penny!

[@taargustaargus3139]

Hate the synthetic welts on a lot of their boots tho. Sadly thorogood makes amazing boots, but I often go with other options because of the synthetic welts, where others have very comparable boots with leather welts.

[@plainlogic]

I just ordered my 2nd pair of Thorogoods! you can buy nonsafety toe chinese knockoff boots for 100.00 dollars or pay 160.00 for the real deal by people who make a quality product and stand behind the product here in the USA. its a small price to pay to make sure our own stay working and the craftsmanship can't be beat.

[@MrXxxheroicxxx]

yes sir!

[@blake_229]

Where did you buy them

[@dylanalvis5947]

100 dollars more now! Damn inflation

[@plainlogic]

@dylanalvis5947 isn't it great!

[@russellhoffman3282]

Best boot I’ve ever had. Excellent workmanship, great value, very comfortable.

[@marine052520031]

Just bought my first set Trooper 8" GenFlex2.. Absolutely love it as a former US Marine Infantryman. I wish I had these back then

[@DMA1392]

Just bought my first pair of thorogoods today! Can’t wait to wear them on the job this Monday!

[@MTips18]

These are by far the best boots I have ever owned. UNION PRIDE!

[@MTips18]

@@pamtnman1515 American pride* I'll never vote for a union buster.

[@vgrepairs]

@@pamtnman1515 the history of labor in the USA has a whole lot of Socialists, do your research.

[@vgrepairs]

@@WingWalker1 unions are bad, that's why we get higher wages and better Healthcare. Such a broken system.

[@vgrepairs]

@@Ichibuns ibew baby. Better wages and Bennies all day

[@MurderedByBirds]

@@pamtnman1515 No politicians have your interests at heart.

[@lighthouseplumbing8781]

I'm a plumber in Phoenix and I have had over 10 pairs of the American Heritage Thorogood Boots and they are by far the best boot I have ever had. I am buying boots for my guys and I will only allow them to wear anything but Thorogood Boots. I have had every other major brand of boots and these are the only ones that don't kill my feet after a 20hr day.

[@nope5481]

Lighthouse Plumbing FOS

[@joeturbo64]

The best part of this video is that's its made in America 👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@C-NoteMac]

Yes sir!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@OvrTheTopJustin]

We need more industrialism like this again

[@pmays4]

Their website FAQs says that one-third of their shoes/boots are made overseas. They say they cannot compete by manufacturing in the U.S., which is ridiculous and false.

[@ApriliaRacer14]

Ordering my first pair tomorrow and so glad these are still built in the US.😊

[@TheMrturn1]

Just bought a pair of Thorogood /Wood N Stream Classic American Roofers Boots, lace to toe. Not the less expensive wedge soles but the full on 1892 style in burgundy and brown 2 toned leather. The workmanship is dazzling, a level of handmade in USA craftsmanship that's almost a complete thing of the past. Pay for the quality and you save on the end because these things last forever.

[@gnuPirate]

Pommie-made Doc Martens last the longest, but Thorogoods are EASILY the comfiest and the easiest on the feet, and the best for your entire skeleton. Also, their soles are the easily the most grippy. They are easily my favourite boot ever. I just wish the grippy sole would last a bit longer than my first pair, but then again I was doing a lot of welding and walking the steel swarf and I gave them a very hard time. They lasted almost 4 years, and I gave them absolute hell. If I was using them casually, they might last more than 5 years of every day use. Thanks for the video. It was very interesting to see just exactly how handmade these are.

[@maxball6388]

Picked up the 804-4478 in April. Most comfortable boot Ive ever worn. At only $20 more then my old Red Wing Loggers and Union made, cant go wrong!

[@goodman699]

i am using Thorogood Men's American Heritage 6'' toe. the quality is superior, feels cool and comfortable. orders two more as a gifts today for my 2 of my best friends after they were amaze how my boot is well made and how the craftsmanship from Thorogood

[@norseman8727]

I just ordered the 804-3231 Wellington . I can hardly wait until they arrive ! They are a classy looking boot .

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Can't go wrong with a Wellington. Easy on... easy off.

[@norseman8727]

@@ThorogoodUSA Exactly 💯

[@bennunyour4121]

Best boots I've ever owned ( American heritage)

[@scottripley8535]

Just ordered my first pair of Thorogood boots. I've chosen the Heritage Moc Toe Wedge sole in Black Walnut leather and a black wedge. I think they look amazing, I'm hoping the comfort and craftsmanship match the look. I'm proud to buy them as they are American made my only regret is I haven't bought Thorogoods until now.I had a hard time deciding which ones to purchase but their us an easy solution you that, I'll buy them all eventually. I'm also a weirdo that enjoys videos on how things are made so thank you for making this video.

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Welcome. Hope to get a new one out in 2022

[@r.lu.7869]

I left Red Wing about 10 years ago and I only buy Thorogood Boots. I've recommended this brand to others and now they only buy Thorogood Boots. Great boot at a great price....👍

[@kurtchurba1994]

Skilled US craftsmen is right- ordered my first pair of made in the USA Thorogood’s (American Heritage Wellington Wedge) instead of something cheaper and foreign made. Looking forward to a quality boot that will last for years!

[@matthewheeke4377]

I’m here again! Just bought my 4th pair. Best footwear EVER!!!

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Much appreciated. Thank you.

[@charlesjacksoniii8787]

Thanks for making a high quality boot I have two pairs of your boots and I love them.

[@knobstonestickbows4962]

Best boots ive ever worn. Im a welder/fabricator so ive put them thru hell for 2 years now and they are even more comfortable now. Good job thorogood!

[@franciscodanconia45]

Not just Union made, not just American made, not just high quality and super comfortable, but GOODYEAR WELT - people, that means they can be resoled over and over and a pair can last you decades! These boots are an investment in yourself. Best boots I’ve ever owned. I tossed my timberlands into the trash and put my wolverines on a shelf for “just in case.”

[@jamiecorbett7200]

I got some thorogood boots recently. Put some conditioner and waterproofed on them. They have darkened are look awesome. There comfortable and little break in time. I will be getting more in future.

[@ST1PLER]

Ordered these from ebay, couse i couldnt find them im Europe. Payed 100 bucks more just to get them here, but man i love them boots from the style to function to comfort. I have 8inch moc toe i used them for doing jobs in my spare time, doing steel fabrication, mostly big rig, they hold up nice

[@DFox-ud3gx]

Great boot and great staff that works there I have 3 pairs so far .

[@XAGR-hn3qt]

That looks like a lot of skilled people

[@dieconashi]

Impressive skills. Just bought a pair, I'm excited to get them.

[@jakobchristman5931]

Just bought my first pair of thorogoods, big red wing guy so I’m excited to see how they do

[@111111111Tiger]

I bought my first pair. Keep on making quality footwear.

[@mattin3929]

Can't wait to receive my pair!

[@carlosfuentez9267]

Fell in love with my first pair it’s like walking on clouds worth the price

[@nolifelpasajol145]

Superb craftmanship.

[@matthewheeke4377]

Most comfortable boot I've ever worn. All I can say about the look is that my co-workers were all saying that they looked like a work of art and it was a shame to wear them on site.

[@playakain]

Boots built in the 🇺🇸 and building 🇺🇸. Thanks Thorogood keep up the great work 🙏🙏🙏

[@arabslayer4660]

I love my thorogood boots best boot I ever had I dig house pads for a living in Nevada and they are perfect I have the moctoe boot for 2 years now and they still feel and look the same as the day they broke in which took a few days. Plus they are made in America!!

[@GlorifyGodInEverything]

just got a pair, day 1 in them was rough, they were killing my feet to the point where I was taking them off to give my feet a rest and re adjust the sole and laces etc. it wasn't blister pain, it was tendon pain almost like fatigue and pressure point pain on top of my right foot that was shooting down into my big toe knuckle where I couldn't move my big toe without massive pain on the top of my foot. It got to the point where I wasn't walking normal and almost half way limping.. I also had some bruise pain from the tongue folded on my left ankle bone which I didn't hardly notice because of my right foot hurting so bad. After about half the day I didn't have to re adjust anymore because I think the boot was forming to my foot. After day 1 the boots already feel much better but man oh man, day 1 was a rough one, almost to the point where I was going to drive home to get my other boots lol.... I am nervous about day 2, but after day 1 they felt 100x better, still not where I want them to be but I feel they will get there with a few more full work days, I also put my other boot sole into these boots to hopefully help with the wear in process seeing how these soles already have my foot shape. I am coming from redback slip on mechanic boots that by design are a looser boot. I'm assuming after 9 years of wearing slip on boots my feet are just not used to being snugged up with laces. I don't mean to leave something negative here, but I will come back to update this as I wear these boots more if I remember. Btw the shoes I bought are thorogood 1957 series 6" moc toe maxwear wedge waterproof non-safety toe briar pitstop boots. I work as a marine mechanic so the waterproofing is why I had to find a different boot, and the ability to resole and all the good things i've heard made me want to try them out. I haven't lost faith yet, for 293 bucks after tax, i'm not giving up that easily.

[@shineperishingrepublic]

bought my first pair of thorogoods today. I had to go with the 8" steel toe American Heritage moc toe. they feel like they're indestructible.

[@A619D]

Love them. I want a few pair to have for going out too not just the jobsite. 8” Moc Toe Crazy Trail

[@happymonk4206]

I bought a pair about three years ago and they are holding up rather well.

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Thank you. 🤜💥🤛

[@jasonmiller9495]

To Thorogood. My first pair of boots ever from you guys were the 6 in loggers they are a cancelled product now and man they were not that great . I just bought the black 6 in. Moc Toes and they are my favorite boot . I have Red Wing Moc toes , Danner Bullruns, Carolinas Domestic moc Toes and before I had your moc toes my favorite boots ever were my Red Wing Loggers 2218 model all black. Those loggers are staying in the closet . Good job on this line of boots. They are awesome

[@tbirdboy]

Just ordered my first pair after many decades of cheap boots. Can't wait!

[@fidellopez8558]

vincent narvaez your going to love them bro !

[@Actualized_Nation]

I ordered a pair of 8” moc toe boots & unfortunately had to send them back. One boot fit like a completely different size - visibly different widths. I’m optimistic to try another pair this winter because the materials seem top quality.

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Sorry for the bad experience. Hope we can get your issue resolved either through your dealer or our customer service team.

[@1991tommygun]

Quality American classic union made comfort with good looks, thanks for making good boots and not selling out to mexico or china, cheers from canada local 764!

[@StayVigillant]

Godbless these hardworking craftsmen and women and godbless America!!

[@richdoh5443]

Just bought my first pair of 11" Wellington steel toe work boots.

[@paulc5585]

I'm sold, gonna order 2 pairs now! Can't decide on the wedge sole or the other sole so I'll get both

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Wedge is great on flat floors. Heel if you are on uneven ground or climbing ladders. Let us know what you prefer. Thanks.

[@paulc5585]

@@ThorogoodUSA just got the wedge sole first. So far the most comfortable I've worn. Got the 804-3800 8" water proof. Wore them all day and so far I love them. I will get the heel pair soon!

[@thatsSWAGGERY]

Need to step up in the QC area ordered a pair and every time I took a step I heard a pop. Come to find out it was a broken shank

[@jaisentorres7607]

my favorite workboot brand !!!!!

[@Tr1hawaii]

Love my Thorogoods!!

[@jayarthur1164]

As an apprentice always taking orders, constantly active... these boots will last you bout 1 year tops, but something that will definitely help them last alot longer is coating the toe area with shoe glue for less damage on the leather part of the toe which is what usually wears out the fastest, that's just my take as an apprentice, other than that these are some of the best work boots & also most stylish I would say I have ever owned, these are my permanent go to work boots, wish I could have 100 pair of these for work & also just for casual wear....

[@naps3386]

Sosa Mendez Even redwings will wear out the toe if you are on your knees a lot. Redwing sells some stuff in a jar to put on the toe of the boot to prevent wearing out the toes, but it needs to be reapplied often.

[@StayVigillant]

I love these boots. I can’t wait to put them on every morning. A good boot is a mans bestfriend. UNION PRIDE!!!

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Thank you.

[@michaellk2254]

I need a pair.... Or two!

[@workernori]

I've used these boots for the past 9 years, When i first bought them they were like 60 dollars now they've gone up to a couple hundred. I'm a Ironworker by trade and these boots are the Absolute best boot to have for walking the Iron, Iron workers prefer to have them made without the steel shank, safer to have that out as you can feel the edge of the iron beneath your feet. The sole I have noticed is soft and wears well and grips very well, unlike the cheaper brands that are made of a poly plastic, also the sole seems to stick better when it is wet, so if your walking across a smooth finished concrete floor and its wet you won't slip. The sole will actually grip better. But All in All, these are the perfect Boot to Wear and there Union Made and that Means Quality! " Cheap Quality isn't good and Good Quality isn't Cheap" ;)

[@colemancalgary5260]

Your not a real iron worker if you wear a lanyard my grandfather was a iron worker and he would look at the iron worker today and scoff at all the safety equipment and say that they aren’t real iroworkers!

[@playakain]

Coleman Calgary Times change an so do codes . I’m a glazier/welder and all trades have no say in safety equipment . OSHA makes the rules . You want to do the work you follow them stupid or not

[@MyScotty7]

As a Brit im looking at buying my first pair of thorogood boots!

[@Ivan-lw2ux]

Tired of the chinese moc toes with the foam soles that wear out in 2-3 months...got a pair of thorogood boots today and they feel awesome... and it feels good to support american manufacturers👍

[@jr4chargers]

While I agree that we should totally support American Manufactures, I do have to say that not everything made in China is cheap/low quality. lol

[@BEASTxMODE]

Got my pair of the 6" Moc Toe and I was extremely impressed with the quality. Very comparable to Red Wings.

[@fidellopez8558]

spazmoso agreed 🙌🏾

[@rodrigopedroza3251]

Sunday was my birthday and I got my self a pair of 6 inch black moc toe and got excited and I wear them up until today and I noticed that the right foot boot it’s crooked from the front it looks like they mounted crooked on the last and it has wrinkles on the right side of the boot and it’s missing their little flag US MADE as well, I just to work making shoes and I noticed this little quality issue and hour after I put them on so for that price they should not have those little details scape from quality department it just my thoughts I bought them through boot barn website I think I’m going to return them they are cool looking and very comfortable no doubt of that !!!

[@naps3386]

I have lived in Wisconsin for 30 years and never knew there was a work boot manufacturer in the state. I bought my first pair 2 weeks ago and wish I would have bought Thorogood when I started working decades ago. I only discovered Thorogood because they sponsored Oktoberfest at the Point Brewery this year. I’ve walked up and down the aisles at Fleet Farm, Rogans, and even Redwing. I’m sick of seeing Made in China on everything. I really think Thorogood needs to step up their awareness marketing. Damn good boots.

[@Eric-yn6ur]

Made in the USA, spend it where you make it folks. Union pride

[@C-NoteMac]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@carl-ok9gn]

unions are communist, but ok.

[@baron8107]

I kinda want a pair of their Wellingtons, now that I know what goes into their shoes.

[@paw45]

I purchased my first pair of Thorogood boots today. I am hopefull that they will live up to my expectations. As I am on my feet 10 hours out of a 12 hour shift. I need boots that are as rugged as I am. I like buying American made products, Made by proud American labor Union Members. I'm politically conservative. But I am also a proud Native American Steel Workers Union Member, USW 13-1.✊

[@sieramonlacambra8512]

I wish it will be available soon in the Philippine market.

[@deadkid2012]

I love my Thorogoods and would recommend them to anyone who is serious about their feetwear

[@whatthehellisANSKY]

Best boots ever!!

[@telleyvestal3351]

Great brand you guys and the Rocky brand are awesome!😆👍

[@jackbraddell8683]

I have two pair which I like very much. They do not last as long as Redwing though.

[@BLUEOVALJ1]

best boots of all time. 6 inch tobacco moc safety toe.

[@ruvimvb9395]

Does anybody know what the 5 Numbers mean on the right side of produced by lettering ? Some boots have the number some boots are blank i’m curious on what that number means

[@magik1ful]

The best💯

[@peteortiz3554]

Just bought a pair of 814-4335 to replace my 10 year old red wing 2.0 soles that wore out, you can't go wrong with American made boots

[@Hazztech]

You guys should make a jungle boot

[@Jahmin_]

Wish you could get these boots in New Zealand. You guys and amazon don't ship them here =(

[@bc454irocz89]

ive been wanting to try these boots for a long time. 100 for chinese boots thatll last for 6 months and hurt your feet or 160 for american made quality that last 3 years.. easy math!

[@wolfgangbecker31]

Where are the boots made?

[@samo8204]

You really caught my attention there near the end. What are the BBs used for?

[@D_Town_Throwdown]

Sam O looked like electrical hazard protection testing

[@johnnydrama8709]

Would love to try these boots it’s just that my redwings just seem to last forever so I might not ever get around to it. Loll

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Thank you for letting us know. When you are ready we’ll be here.

[@DevonReviewer]

Having had my first taste of real american boots with some Red Wings, I am really keen to try out some of your moc toes too.... Unfortunately the prices over here in the Uk aren't as great value as in the US.... Would you like to send me a pair for review? ;)

[@freeworldneedsfreethinking]

How do you like your redwings

[@caseybishop70]

Just ordered my first pair. After 24 years of Redwings, I'm switching.

[@fidellopez8558]

Casey Bishop great choice ! Redwings are nice , but if your like me , working man , thorogoods can’t be beat !

[@andrewsalazar98]

@@fidellopez8558 There are other boot brands made in the USA called Nick’s and White’s that are worth ~$600 that are supposedly the best workboots.

[@fidellopez8558]

Andrew Salazar I will check them out bro , but at $ 600 that’s a pretty steep price to pay

[@tchogworks1987]

I bought a pair of 814-4200 about a month ago . I’m undecided at the moment. They fit perfect for a week or so. Seems like the more I wear them the worst they fit. I’d expect more from $250 pair of boots. Maybe I just got a bad pair. Idk

[@viperslate]

I wonder if they are wearing Thorogood boots in the factory.

[@camarocarl7130]

Good comfortable well made boots.

[@davebaby2]

Only work boots I wear, ❤

[@yaboyreege7158]

Got my first pair of thorogoods today and I must say I am impressed. I’ve worn danner for the past 6-7 years but I think I’m making the switch to thorogood. They are way more comfortable, look better, and are always available

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Welcome to the club. Glad you are enjoying your boots.

[@yaboyreege7158]

@@ThorogoodUSA I’ll be putting them through the paces for the first time today at my work. So far they’re very comfortable and look way better than any danners I’ve ever owned. I really like the wedge sole too and this is the first boot I’ve had with it. I stand on concrete all day so that’s a huge plus for me. I definitely plan on sticking with thorogood. Thank you!

[@yaboyreege7158]

@@ThorogoodUSA so after a day of putting the boots through the paces, I can say I’m a huge fan of them. They were way more comfortable than my danners and still look new, where as my danners looked pretty beat up after a tough day at my job. I’m definitely sticking with thorogoods from now on

[@ThorogoodUSA]

The wedge will be a difference maker on concrete all day. Keep us posted.

[@michaelsutanto5269]

4:47 definitely going to become a defect product right there

[@dahmanus2002]

بارك الله فيك

[@douglovettjr]

I purchased a pair of their moc toe boots about a month ago and honestly felt proud for doing so. I’ve been wearing the boots daily since and while I do really like the look and feel about a week ago I noticed both boots had started cracking and even split apart at the welts close to the inside heel area. After further inspection I noticed they used some type of plastic or polymer material for the welts instead of leather like other manufacturers of boots in the same price range use which seemed strange but assumed it must usually hold up and work well or else they wouldn’t use it. The split got a little wider so I sent customer service a email telling them about what I was going through and also asked if this was relatively common, was it something that should concern me and why exactly do they use anything besides leather for the welts? I would’ve definitely expected at the least some type of explanation if not an apology for what happened and offering to at least inspect the boots to make them right fixing the issue if it was needed to insure the life of the boots. The reply I received blew me away and did nothing but skate all around my questions with absolutely no explanation, apologies or the desire to inspect the boots. All they gave was pretty much a well that happens and now you’ve gotta deal with it attitude. As much as it pains me to say this I’ll NEVER purchase another pair of boots from this company again hell will freeze over first and that’s a real shame. They owe it to all the hard working Americans they employ to stand behind the product their so proud to be able to make and they also owe us the buyer a hellova lot more appreciation and gratitude.

[@xwilliesanchezx8800]

they are a good investment.

[@colemancalgary5260]

Should get the steel toes approved for 🇨🇦 with csa green triangle for Canadian approval there is a market for them here

[@jayo5376]

I love my GOODs wouldn't trade them for any other kind union build for the union man

[@jaipetrojas4433]

This is American proud

[@TheMensch]

Better than Red Wing??

[@Rob-wf9rj]

Union members can buy Thorogood boots from Unionbootpro.com and save 30%. Keep in mind the sizes run big.

[@felixayala05]

Just got me a pair of 804-4718 ST.

[@thelordofhosts782]

union craftsmanship

[@fisherman2359]

Redwings for hipsters. Thorogoods are for working people.

[@burnnc10454]

I have a pair of thorogood 804-3310 boots that are two months old and the soles are separating from the bottom of the boot. I have to pay return shipping to have them repaired. Very disappointed! I have had 3 pairs of moc toe boots that lasted for years , I wish I bad the same luck with my 3310s

[@SpeedTriple59]

Are the pieces ie leather imported from China though..Someone please tell me this is not the case like Red Wings.!!

[@donhanns4870]

I love USA made Thorogood boots! Just a warning for you if you dont already know. Its buyer beware!! Not all of their boots are made in the USA. I just ordered a pair of Thorogood boots from MidwestBoots.com and they were made in China!! I was so disappointed.....

[@ThorogoodUSA]

Sorry. We’ve also had imports since the 80s. We put them in different boxes. List all the USA made styles separate on our site. If you ever have a question of where a boot is made you can also reach out and any of our staff would be happy to point you in the right direction.

[@AndrewB23]

I love my boots but y'all need to work on QC, when I was trying on different boots 2 pairs of the exact same size and model fit completely different.

[@utahnick]

I had the same problem. Just returned to midwest boot for an exchange. That pair was uneven too. But I did just buy a second pair in brown and they're perfect