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the superduty work boot from jk boots in black 01
From $624.99 or $56.41/mo
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Side view of the OT Black work boot on a white background
From $599.99 or $54.15/mo
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Side view of the Forefront Black leather work boot on a white background
From $574.99 or $51.90/mo
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Height
10"
8"
6"
Uppers
Smooth 8-9oz USA Leather
Smooth 8-9oz USA Leather
Smooth 8-9oz USA Leather
Lowers
Roughout 8-9oz USA Leather
Smooth 8-9oz USA Leather
Smooth 8-9oz USA Leather
Hardware
Brass
Antique Brass
Brass

Sole
Vibram Lugsole - Fire/Hard

The 100 RedX: Vibram's toughest, all-purpose sole for unmatched durability

Vibram Unit Lugsole - Soft

The 132 Honey Soft Sole: engineered for enhanced grip and superior traction

Vibram Wedge Sole

The 4014 White Christy Casual Wedge Sole: soft, comfortable, and perfect for everyday work

Arch
High

Classic tall logger arch of the Pacific Northwest. Additional support for those with high arches and the toughest jobs

Low

Most common arch height found in work boots

Low

Most common arch height found in work boots

Midsole
Standard - 12 Iron

Less flexible; designed to maintain structure and stability under heavy loads or rugged use

Flexy - 12 Iron

Highly flexible, allowing for a natural foot movement and greater ease in bending the boot

Flexy - 12 Iron

Highly flexible, allowing for a natural foot movement and greater ease in bending the boot

Stitch
Technora

High strength black thread, fire resistant to over 900 °F

Technora

High strength black thread, fire resistant to over 900 °F

Technora

High strength black thread, fire resistant to over 900 °F


Heel Lift
Standard 4 Lift
None
None
Heel Shape
Logger
Block
None

Last
3708
3708
3708
Toe
Soft
Soft
Soft

Style
Regular

4 eyelets allow for a standard lacing formation

Regular

4 eyelets allow for a standard lacing formation

Regular

4 eyelets allow for a standard lacing formation

Insulation
None
None
None
Patch
None
None
None
Shank
Leather
Thin Leather
Thin Leather

Need Help Choosing? Watch our quick guide

Not sure which JK boots fit your work? In the video below, we break down the real differences between the Superduty, O.T. and Forefront, so you can pick the right boot for your job, terrain and hours on your feet.

The short version:

  • Superduty / Fire Inlander: built for extreme conditions. The heavy-duty, overbuilt boot that built the JK name: 10" height, thick full-grain leather and a heavy-duty outsole. Made for wildland firefighting, oil fields, logging and industrial trades: long hours on uneven terrain, heat, and heavy labor.
  • O.T.: the all-round daily driver. Lighter and more flexible than the Superduty, with a lower heel and arch for a more natural feel. Tough enough for the job site, comfortable enough to wear morning to night if your day mixes walking, driving and moving between sites.
  • Forefront: lightweight comfort for hard surfaces. The tradesman’s boot: 6" height, a cushioned wedge sole and minimal break-in. Popular with electricians, HVAC techs, carpenters and shop workers who stand on concrete all day, and comfortable enough for everyday wear.

Many customers end up with two pairs, like a Superduty for heavy work and an O.T. for everyday use. Just start with what your work demands most.

Read the full guide ➛