These boots are a classic station boot model, also known as “firefighter boots.”

I bought my first pair of Chippewa Firefighter Boots in October 2007, and I’ve bought several more pairs since then. These were my first-choice boots when I rode my Harley because they are so comfortable and provided excellent traction, especially when holding a heavy bike on a hill.

Despite the thick leather lining, they did not get hot. I wore these boots on long days riding my motorcycle, and my feet never hurt. They are very sturdy and protective. That’s why I have highly recommended them as a motorcycle boot for decades.

These boots came in two models: 27422 “Ruttman” with Vibram 100 lug soles, and 20242 “Lor” with smooth Vibram soles.

Before these boots, I wore inexpensive knock-off station boots when pulling volunteer duty at my local fire department. These Chippewa boots were much, much better than any other station boots I have ever worn during all my years of volunteer service, dating back to 1982.

These boots are completely leather lined and feature an EPS steel toe, ANSI 75 steel bottom plate, Kush-N-Kollar, and Vibram lug sole. They are approximately 9 inches tall. The sole is 1.25 inches thick, and the boot itself measures about 8 inches from the top of the heel to the top of the shaft.

One of the unique design features is the center zipper in the front, which makes the boots particularly easy to pull on and take off. The zipper insert has two side laces which, once adjusted, don’t need to be fussed with again.

It is unfortunate that these boots were discontinued in 2021 and are no longer made.

I’ll be adding individual listings as I work through my collection, so check back if you’re interested in this particular boot.