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The Round Toe

Black leather boots on a textured stone pavement, with laces neatly tied.
Black leather boots with white soles on a textured stone floor, partially in shadow.
Vintage advertisement for Red Wing Shoe Co. featuring a brown leather boot (No. 777) with a sturdy heel and hobnail sole. Text accompanies.
The Round Toe

The origins of the Red Wing Round Toe date back to 1941, when Red Wing introduced the Style 777. Designed with fewer seams, improved waterproofing, and enhanced comfort, it represented a significant evolution in work boot construction.

In 1953, the 777 was joined by its sibling, the Style 766. The traditional heeled sole was replaced with a Cushion Crepe outsole, creating a softer ride and introducing a silhouette that would become synonymous with Red Wing's Heritage collection.

The modern Round Toe, introduced in 1985, carried forward the seamless heel construction first developed for the 777. This design had already proven itself over decades of wear, offering superior comfort, durability, and protection from the elements. Today, the Round Toe remains one of the purest expressions of Red Wing's work boot heritage, combining historic design with timeless craftsmanship.