Factory Friday: October 2nd

Factory Friday: October 2nd

It's Friday and we're here with some behind the scenes shots from the production floor. We build our boots here in Eugene, Oregon and we're very proud of our process and the end result, and we think you will enjoy some behind the scenes action.

person wearing blue jeans and custom black oiled rough out leather boots
Cutting machine operator built a custom pair of boots in Black Oiled Rough Out, paired with a black Vibram wedge sole; perfect for being on her feet all day.

collage of custom upland boots
Open preorder boots going through production including some Uplands and Crazy Cow builds.

java waxed flesh cap toe uppers awaiting lasting on production rack
Java in production again, this time our classic cap toe boot.

close up shot of moc toe on coyote oiled rough out leather boots
The natural tan color of Coyote makes for really versatile boots.

close up shot of coyote oiled rough out moc toe leather boots upside down in production rack
Since bringing in Black Oiled Rough Out, we've expanded into two other colors, Coyote seen here, and Brown.

operator guiding coyote oiled rough out boots through upper trimming machine
A little cleanup on the upper leather before placing the fiberglass shank and cork filling.

single production rack with two pairs of coyote oiled rough out leather moc toe boots upside down
360° Goodyear welted, and midsole about to be applied before stitching.

hand using brush to apply adhesive to white rubber midsole
Using a midsole allows for easy sole replacement.

animated image of heel press machine being used on a java waxed flesh moc toe boot
Nearing the end of the line, these Javas only have final sanding, staining and Q/C to go through.

a row of washed horse rump leather boots in finishing
Preorders finished up and on the Q/C rack.

finishing rack with java waxed flesh moc toe boots from behind
This Java boot features pull tabs, our heavy lug outsole, and a dark brown split leather welt.

finished pair of java waxed flesh moc toe boots on Q/C table
A full restock hit the site this week, get yours here.

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