Red Wing 8224 Chelsea Rancher Boots
The Red Wing 8224 Chelsea Rancher is a six-inch pull-on boot made from Black Harness leather. Its uncluttered Chelsea shape makes it straightforward to wear, while the heeled Vibram sole gives it the substantial character associated with Red Wing Heritage boots.
Originally developed for sheep ranchers in the American West, the Chelsea Rancher offered a practical alternative to traditional lace-up footwear. This updated 8224 version stays close to that original design, combining elasticated side panels with a rear pull tab for easy access.
The Black Harness leather gives the boot a clean, understated finish that works naturally with denim, chinos and workwear-inspired clothing. Elasticated gussets provide flexibility around the sides of the ankle without interrupting the simple pull-on profile.
Underfoot, the Chelsea Rancher uses a Vibram 430 Mini Lug sole. Its recessed tread provides grip without making the sole appear excessively bulky from the side, while the defined heel maintains the boot’s traditional ranch-inspired shape.
The upper and sole are joined using Goodyear welt construction. This substantial method of construction also allows the boots to be resoled when the original sole eventually wears down. Each pair is made in Red Wing, Minnesota.
Key Features
- Black Harness leather upper
- Six-inch Chelsea boot profile
- Pull-on design
- Elasticated side panels
- Rear pull tab
- Vibram 430 Mini Lug sole
- Defined heel
- Goodyear welt construction
- Resoleable design
- Made in Red Wing, Minnesota, USA
Care
Red Wing lists Foam Leather Cleaner and All Natural Leather Conditioner as suitable care products for the Black Harness leather.
