Goodyear® welt construction stitches the upper fabric, lining, and sole together, creating a single unit for added durability and flex. Goodyear® leather welt footwear delivers superior lateral support and is easily resoled, extending the life of the shoe or boot.

A second band of leather stitched between the welt and outsole, but folded and stitched in the opposite direction from the first welt. Essentially this creates a sealed space between upper and outsole, instead of a crevasse.

GORE-TEX Best Defense® military and tactical footwear offers durably waterproof and breathable all-weather protection with performance unmatched by any other waterproof, breathable military or tactiacl footwear.

A separate waterproof bootie that fits inside the boot that keeps water and wind out, while letting the foot breathe.