Forefront 8" - Redwood
High-flex, shock-absorbing boot built for long hours on hard surfaces.
Regular price$599.99
Key Features
Relief for long days
HIGH FLEX DESIGN
A handmade boot usually means big and clunky. Think again. Our proprietary flex design uses a tapered leather midsole and all-leather build for natural movement across terrain.
PREMIUM FULL GRAIN LEATHER
Enjoy out-of-the-box comfort with soft 'Butter tan' leather that flexes and moves with you, from work to the weekend. These dense hides make up the thickest leather in the industry at a whopping 3.2-3.6 mm thick that support you in all the right places.
SHOCK ABSORBING PLATFORM
Soft wedge sole for cloud-like cushion for standing, crouching, and putting in the miles - all without leaving floor marks
BOOT BREAKDOWN
97%would recommend these products
190 reviews
- JoeVerified BuyerReviewingCustom ForefrontI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars17 hours agoInvest in your feet
I wore these for two years and liked them. After trying a few different removable insoles, I finally just removed them altogether and I can now say that I love these boots. Believe me when I say they're meant to be worn without any removable insoles.
I work 60 hours a week on my feet, climbing ladders, working at height and on the ground, and getting 20,000 steps in consistently every day. These things legitimately feel like slippers. They're flexible, supportive, and tough. They've worked in 4 different states, walked me through my first time being a foreman, my first time being a union steward, and everything in between. They've been bashed, scraped, squirted with threading oil and all sorts of crap, bent thousands of feet of conduit, and walked my happy butt from one job to another.
I have some pretty goofy shaped feet, and these boots absolutely changed the game for me. I'm one of the only ones on my crew consistently hitting 60 hours and I genuinely think it's due in part to being comfortable. JK sizing is unique - just be diligent when selecting your size. For reference, I wear a size 12.5 sneaker, 12EE White's boot, and 11EEEE JK Forefront.
My one and only complaint is they squeak. I have not even attempted to correct this quirk because the only time I hear it is first thing in the morning before the other trades arrive on site.
After two years -- I actually just checked -- two and a half years, I'm finally sending them off for a resole. I honestly don't remember…
- Miguel P.Verified BuyerReviewingCustom ForefrontI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars5 months agoThe last pair of work boots I will ever need to buy
After owning a pair of OTs for the last 3 years I decided it was time to get another pair of JKs to wear while I send my OTs back to get re soled. Decided to go the custom route and it was definitely worth the wait and even came ahead of schedule. The Bison leather is a far upgrade from cow hide. These new boots feel way more comfortable new out the box then my broken OTs. Makes me wish I could turn my OTs in bison. And with the wedge sole it feels like I’m walking on clouds. Don’t get me wrong I’ll still wear my OTs with the going gets tuff but they are definitely getting left in the truck a these are coming out for my normal day to day.
- BrianReviewingCustom ForefrontI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoThe best around the world
I work for 10 year in my job welding I buy boots every five months most don’t last at all I be welding trailers doing 12 to 16 hours a day, I was having bad knees problems it has fix it my feet was hurting bad too now they don’t best boots in the world ❤️
- CampVerified BuyerReviewingForefront - RedwoodI recommend this productAge Range 45 - 54Weekly hrs spent in boots 50-60Occupation MachiningWhat I love about JK Old World Craftsmanship, Customer Service, Comfort, Unique, Lead TimesRated 4 out of 5 stars8 months agoNice boots BUT USE SIZING CHART before ordering
Snuggle type fit around front of foot with wide toe box and plenty of arch support can't wait for boot to break in but comfortable right out of box.. Please use sizing chart before ordering especially around the foot width wise!
- Stephen N.ReviewingForefront 8" - RedwoodI recommend this productAge Range 55 - 64Weekly hrs spent in boots 60+Occupation CarpentryWhat I love about JK Quality Craftsmanship, Comfort, Durability, Custom BuildRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoNice and Comfy
I wear Superduty's as my only footwear and bought these for weekends and walking the dogs. Nice build and easy break in. These will be with me a long time.
