With a legacy spanning over 135 years, Wolverine is a footwear label that designs and manufactures high-quality work boots. Founded by G.A. Krause, the label is known for its salt-of-the-earth aesthetic, which comes from Wolverine’s dedication to craftsmanship, long-lasting designs, and comfort. It all started with the Original 1000 Mile boot, introduced in the 1910s, which guaranteed at least 1000 miles of wear. The label still uses archival patterns and is committing to crafting timeless work boots for dedicated trade workers.
The 1000 Mile boot is Wolverine’s most well-known silhouette, featuring a heritage Goodyear Welt construction, a premium leather outsole, and a Vibram heel. However, the brand also produces tactical and military boots. These durable boots are designed for 24-hour comfortable wear and often include features such as membrane waterproofing that blocks water and blood-borne pathogens. Another component found on many of these boots is the X-TRACTION rubber lug outsole, a propriety technical feature that provides maximum traction.
Another feature that makes Wolverine stand out is its responsive midsoles. The UltraSpring is a high-rebound midsole that provides lightweight, high-energy cushioning. This midsole can be found on the Wolverine Halo Spartan Boot Green Camo as well as other work boots.
Wolverine still maintains its high-quality craftsmanship when it collaborates with other brands. The Wolverine The Master Chief Boot Halo is part of a sneaker collaboration between Wolverine and Microsoft's Halo Spartan. This limited-edition boot finds inspiration in Master Chief and features a full-grain leather upper and the character’s Spartan number 117 on the heel.
