Irish Setter Mesabi 8 Inch Steel Toe Logger Boot

Irish Setter Mesabi 8 Inch Steel Toe Logger Boot

The Irish Setter Mesabi is an 8-inch waterproof steel toe logger boot with a raised logger heel, an EH rating, and waterproof full-grain leather. Order this when your work is on uneven ground, slopes, ladders, or poles — the raised heel bites into terrain and locks onto rungs in a way a flat sole cannot. It is built for loggers, linemen, trail crews, and anyone working broken ground, not for flat concrete all day. At $189.95 it pairs with heavy work socks and cushioned work boot insoles for long days on your feet.

The Irish Setter Mesabi is a waterproof steel toe logger boot in Irish Setter's work line, meeting ASTM F2413 for impact and compression, carrying an EH rating, and using a raised logger heel for grip on terrain and climbing.

Why order the Mesabi

• Raised logger heel: bites into slopes, mud, and ladder rungs — the defining feature that separates a logger from a flat wedge like the Wolverine Trade Wedge.
• ASTM F2413 steel toe: full impact/compression protection; see steel toe vs composite toe boots for the toe-material decision.
• 8-inch waterproof shaft: ankle support and water protection for wet woods and rights-of-way; more waterproof work boots.
• EH rated: secondary shock protection for line-adjacent work — see the electrical hazard boots range.
• Full-grain leather: abrasion resistance for brush, bark, and rough terrain.

Specifications

Who should buy a logger

Consider the Mesabi for logging, line clearance, trail and utility work, and any job on slopes, mud, or ladders where the raised heel earns its keep. If you are still deciding whether your role requires a safety toe at all, our guide on when you need safety toe boots covers the OSHA and ASTM basics. If you spend your day on flat concrete, a logger heel works against you — choose a wedge or flat 6-inch boot like the Wolverine Trade Wedge instead. For a lighter composite logger with waterproofing, the Georgia Boot LTX composite logger is an alternative; for a welt-built logger with an SR outsole, see the Carolina CA9821 logger.

Sizing and fit

Order your normal Irish Setter size; the Mesabi runs true with room for a work sock. The 8-inch shaft supports the ankle on uneven ground — lace the top hooks snug for slope work. Add a supportive insole from our work boot insoles range for long days, and wear cushioned work socks to manage the taller boot. Keep the full-grain leather treated with boot care and waterproofing to preserve the waterproofing.

Mesabi vs other loggers

Choose the Mesabi over the Carolina CA9821 logger when you want the Irish Setter leather and EH build; choose it over the composite Georgia Boot LTX composite logger when you specifically want a steel toe. All three sit in our best logger boots guide. Check current price on Amazon

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Mesabi a logger boot?

It has a raised logger heel that bites into slopes, mud, and ladder rungs. That heel is what separates a logger from a flat or wedge boot and is why it suits terrain and climbing.

Is the Mesabi good for standing on flat concrete all day?

No. A raised logger heel works against you on flat concrete. For all-day concrete, choose a wedge or flat 6-inch boot like the Wolverine Trade Wedge instead.

Is the Mesabi a steel toe?

Yes, it has a steel safety toe meeting ASTM F2413 I/75 C/75. Our steel toe vs composite toe boots reference covers when steel is the better choice.

Is the Mesabi waterproof?

Yes, it is a waterproof full-grain leather boot. Keep the leather treated with a waterproofer periodically to maintain performance; see our boot care and waterproofing collection.

Does the Mesabi have an EH rating?

Yes, it is EH rated for secondary protection against open circuits on dry footing, useful for line-adjacent work. See the electrical hazard boots collection for more.

What size should I order?

Order your normal Irish Setter size; the Mesabi runs true with room for a work sock. Lace the top hooks snug for ankle support on slopes.

How tall is the Mesabi?

It is an 8-inch boot, which gives more ankle support on uneven ground than a 6-inch boot while staying shorter than an 11-inch wellington.

What sizes are available?

The Mesabi runs sizes 8 through 13. Use the size picker on this page to confirm current stock before ordering.

Can I climb ladders and poles in the Mesabi?

Yes, the raised logger heel is designed to lock onto rungs and grip terrain, which is why loggers, linemen, and trail crews choose this style.

How does the Mesabi compare to the Carolina logger?

Both are waterproof steel toe loggers. The Mesabi brings Irish Setter leather and an EH build; the Carolina CA9821 is welt-built with a slip-resistant outsole. Choose by construction preference.

Should I add insoles?

Yes, for long days. A supportive insole from our work boot insoles collection helps on uneven ground and reduces fatigue in a taller boot.

Is there a lighter logger option?

Yes. If you want a lighter build, the Georgia Boot LTX composite logger is the composite-toe alternative in our logger lineup.

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