This year marks a monumental milestone for Red Wing Heritage as the brand celebrates its 120th anniversary—a century and two decades of dedication to American craftsmanship, functionality, and timeless design. To commemorate the occasion, Red Wing has unveiled the 120 Year Capsule, a limited-edition collection that both honors its storied past and looks toward the future. Instead of a standard anniversary drop, the brand has gone one step further: it’s sealing a time capsule containing the collection at its Minnesota headquarters, set to be reopened in another 120 years. It’s a poetic gesture that perfectly captures the brand’s philosophy: craftsmanship that endures through time, built to outlast fleeting trends. The collection showcases the essence of Red Wing’s heritage, demonstrating how the same principles that guided its early work boots continue to inform its designs today. Each piece reflects a deep respect for history while proving that true quality never goes out of style.
Everything to know about Red Wing’s 120th anniversary collection
The anniversary collection revives three legendary Red Wing silhouettes—the Logger, Pecos, and Engineer boots—each meticulously recreated with archival accuracy and modern comfort. The Logger arrives in deep “Briar Oil Slick” and classic black leather, featuring a Vibram lug sole, steel shank, and ten-eyelet structure built for durability and stability. The Pecos, a pull-on boot once favored by ranchers and oil field workers, returns with a rugged roughout leather upper and clean lines that give it a vintage yet wearable appeal. Rounding out the trio, the Engineer boot is crafted from supple Black Klondike leather that will develop a rich patina over time, set atop a sturdy neoprene-cord outsole. Each model is handcrafted in the U.S. and showcases Red Wing’s signature triple-stitched construction. The 120 Year Capsule collection is available now through select retailers and RedWingShoes.com, priced between $370 and $550 USD.
