Goodyear Welt Rig Boots | Will's Vegan Store

Goodyear Welt Rig Boots

£168

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Our Notes

Our popular Rig Boots are now available in this Goodyear welt construction version, so you can easily replace the outsoles at a cobbler.

The Goodyear Welt Rig Boots silhouette is iconic, with its moc toe stitching forming a distinct 'U' shape. The substantial yet supple Italian bio-based vegan leather (62–66% plant-origin materials) moulds to your feet over time, creating a customised fit. The thick laces, in 100% recycled polyester with metal lace tips, are sturdy and classic, keeping your boots snugly on your feet. Inside, soft vegan suede lining and a deep Portuguese cork footbed layered with vegan suede provide comfort even after a long day on your feet — the cork moulding to your foot and improving with every wear.

Built to last years, they will keep carrying on and on with their cream solid Vibram® rubber outsoles — exceptional grip and durability from the most respected name in soling, and being stitched to the welt, a cobbler can replace them when the time comes. A pair of Goodyear welted boots can take up to eight weeks to make, using up to 75 boot parts and over 200 different operations. The origins of the method go back over three hundred years, and it's generally regarded throughout the worldwide boot-making industry as the best way to make superior boots. As you wear them, their fit and comfort just get better as the components mould to the shape of your foot.

Perfectly straddling the line between rugged and refined, our Rig Boots are versatile enough for any occasion. Dress them with chinos for a business casual look, or pair them with jeans for a classic, work-ready ensemble.

Ethics & Origin

This product is ethically made in Portugal under EU employment, discrimination and health & safety law. It's vegan from the uppers and linings to the glue. It's delivered to you in plastic-free paper and cardboard packaging. We measure the emissions from making and delivering it, and work to a plan to reduce them.

Materials

Upper: Italian bio-based vegan leather (62–66% plant-origin materials)
Lining: Portuguese vegan suede (100% PU) – soft and comfortable against the foot, with a breathable suede texture that helps keep feet fresh
Insole: Deep Portuguese cork footbed layered with soft vegan suede (100% PU) on top – moulded to your foot and improving with every wear
Outsole: Solid Vibram® rubber outsole – exceptional grip and durability from the most respected name in soling, and being welt-stitched, a cobbler can replace them when the time comes
Laces: Long, extra-strong laces (100% recycled polyester), with metal lace tips (100% zamak — a durable zinc alloy)

Construction & Features

Shank: TPU shank for stability and support through the arch – metal-free, so they can be worn through metal detectors
Hardware: Hidden metal eyelets that sit behind the vegan leather for a clean finish, with metal lace tips — both 100% zamak (a durable zinc alloy)
Construction: Goodyear welt construction – the most respected method in shoemaking. The upper, lining and a leather welt are stitched together, then the sole is stitched to the welt, building the shoe up in many more stages than a standard glued shoe. It can be resoled again and again by any cobbler, so it lasts for years, and the welted, sealed build holds up better in wet weather
Water Resistance: Water-resistant for everyday wear – keeps you dry in rain, puddles, wet streets, and most winter conditions. Just avoid heavy saturation or full submersion.

Product Details

Type: Boots
Closure: Lace-up
Gender: Men's
Made In: Portugal
Weight: 1.56 kg per pair

Our Italian Bio-Based Vegan Leather

Made with Italian bio-based vegan leather containing 62–66% plant-origin renewable materials. Produced in Italy using modern water-based, non-solvent processes, combining a viscose backing with a next-generation bio-based polyurethane surface.

Care Guide

Clean: Wipe the uppers and outsoles with warm soapy water and a cloth or soft brush, then towel dry thoroughly. Polish: A synthetic polish can be used to bring back shine and refresh the colour — any synthetic product should work fine, applied as described in its instructions. If your footwear has a burnished effect on the toes and sides (we apply a darker polish to some of our brown vegan leather uppers for effect), this is best reapplied by a cobbler, or at home using a darker shade of polish worked around the toes and sides. Drying: You can dry your footwear on top of or near a radiator or other heat source. Depending on the heat, it can take a few days to dry out the insides fully. Never put your footwear in the washing machine. Deodorising: Don't let your footwear stay damp between wears, especially inside boots, as this can damage the water resistance and let microbes develop, causing a smell. If this happens, dry the footwear thoroughly and use a footwear deodoriser until the smell stops. In extreme cases, wash the insides out with warm soapy water, then dry fully and reapply the deodoriser. Waterproofing (optional): You can treat the uppers with a waterproofing spray to improve durability, stain resistance and water resistance. We recommend doing this every 2–3 months depending on use — most standard waterproofing sprays work fine on our vegan leather.

Fit & Sizing

Width: D width fitting – a slightly wider fit with more volume than standard
Fit: Order your usual size. Half size? Wider width fittings size up, narrower width fittings size down.
Heel Height: 3.0 cm
Toe Height: 2 cm
Toe Shape: Round toe
Instep: Flat insole through the arch
Break-in Time: You should find these comfy straight out of the box.

Size Chart

We've made this chart to help you choose the right size. You'll need your foot length measurement to get started. Once you've found your perfect fit with us, you can typically select the same size for all other models.

Fit and comfort notes:

Width and volume: our footwear is designed with a slightly wider D width fitting, offering more width and volume than most brands.
Materials: we use high quality vegan leather and suede. These materials are stable and won't stretch out significantly over time, so we recommend sizing up for comfort.
The perfect fit: you don't want the shoes to pinch your feet. You should have wiggle room for your toes and no rub points.
Feel: in most cases you'll find our footwear is comfy straight out of the box. Depending on the style or your foot shape, it can sometimes take a few wears for the uppers to soften and mould to your feet.

UK size	EU size	Foot length (mm)
6.5	40	253
7	41	260
8	42	267
9	43	273
9.5	44	280
10	45	287
11	46	293
12	47	300
13	48	307

How to take your foot length measurement

Stand on a hard surface with your heel against a wall.
Measure your foot from the heel (the wall) to the longest point of your toes.
Use this number to find your size in the chart above.

It is helpful to measure both feet, as one foot is often slightly larger than the other. Always choose the size that accommodates your longest foot.

We provide 365 days free returns and exchanges. You can swap sizes or styles as many times as you need, and you can return for a full refund at any point.