Complete Red Wing Moc Toe restoration

The Red Wing Moc Toe boot represents one of the most authentic expressions of American work footwear. Introduced in the 1950s, this style—characterized by the moccasin stitching on the toecap—was designed for Midwestern workers, combining durability, comfort, and a timeless aesthetic.

Today, the Moc Toe is worn far beyond the construction site: it's a distinctive, recognizable boot, built to last. However, after years of heavy use, even a Red Wing requires specialized restoration that respects and prolongs its original structure.

How We Work on Your Red Wing Moc Toe

We at Maestri Ciccone specialize in the restoration of this specific model and offer a complete artisanal service, with particular attention to materials, methods, and durability.

1. Removing the old sole and midsole

The process begins with the careful removal of the worn outsole and midsole. This step restores the boot to its raw state, ready for reconstruction.

2. Replacing the midsole and Goodyear stitching

We replace the midsole and cork padding, an essential element of Red Wing comfort, and apply a new Goodyear-welted stitching, as in the original last. It's a complex but essential technique: it allows for subsequent resoling without compromising the structure of the upper.

3. Application of the Vibram Cristy Morflex sole

For the new sole, we're using a Vibram Cristy Morflex , one of the most suitable options for the Moc Toe. Lightweight, flexible, and durable, it maintains the original visual profile but improves the fit and performance on urban surfaces. Vibram, founded in Italy in 1937, is now a global benchmark for high-performance technical soles.

4. Washing and sanitizing

Before delivery, each pair is washed, sanitized, and treated with specific leather care products that thoroughly clean without altering the material.

Materials and techniques

All the materials we use are selected for their quality and compatibility with the original Red Wing design: from the leather used for the stitching to the Vibram soles, right down to the thread used for assembly. The manufacturing techniques faithfully respect those used in the original construction of the Moc Toe.

Service available everywhere

We also offer this service at home, worldwide . We'll arrange pickup and drop-off: you can ship your Red Wings to us from anywhere and have them delivered perfectly restored to your home.