This #13 Wheat Work and Safety Boot is ideal for heavy-duty use. Upper sole is made from nubuck leather that offers good water resistance. Seven-eyelet lace-up design on the front side gives good ankle protection. The forepart, footbed and the heel strike zone consists of XRD technology that exhibits excellent shock absorbent properties to minimize fatigue for the feet. Rubber outer sole endures up to 300 degree C and provides great resistance to slips, acids, oil, cuts and abrasion.