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Wisconsin work boots since 1892

Thorogood

Work footwear with dedicated American Heritage lines made in Wisconsin.

Designed inWisconsin, USA
Made inWisconsin for selected Made in USA footwear
Known forAmerican Heritage 6-inch Moc Toe
01 / Story

A union shoemaker’s work line.

Albert Weinbrenner opened a Milwaukee cobbler shop in 1892. Thorogood became the company’s work-footwear brand and its American Heritage collection continues in Wisconsin factories.

  1. Weinbrenner Shoe Company begins in Milwaukee.

  2. The Thorogood name enters the work-boot market.

  3. American Heritage boots are made by union workers in Wisconsin.

02 / Flagships

Start with these.

Three products that define Thorogood.

03 / Origin

What the manufacturing claim covers.

The claim follows the product line, not just the logo.

Covered production
  • American Heritage boots
  • Selected uniform and work footwear
  • Selected union-made Wisconsin lines
Sources & further reading2 official sources

Brand statements and product ranges change. Verify the current country-of-origin marking on the exact model before purchase.

04 / Compare

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Check before you buy

Take the origin note with you.

Thorogood is not an all-US catalog. Look specifically for Made in USA or USA-made with globally sourced components on the exact boot.

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