In addition to being used by stalking hunters who needed boots that could go all day in rough terrain, the 877 soon found its way to American job sites, as hunters began wearing their hunting boots to build homes, maintain industrial plants, and drive 18-wheelers. Irish Setter boots changed little throughout the 1960s.

Their work boot lines and other brands they make (Irish Setter Boots, Vasque, and Worx) are made outside the USA in Asia, primarily China, Korea, and Vietnam.

In 1950, Red Wing Shoes introduced a new boot – style 854. Crafted by experts out of the beautiful Red Russet leather, Irish Setters were born. The name would go on to be synonymous with quality, durability, and comfort for generations of hunters and workers by proving itself in the field and on the job site.

Today, the Wingshooter hunting boot family includes several waterproof and insulated options, all made with premium full-grain leather, durable Goodyear welt construction and the classic prairie sole to ensure comfort and stability during long hunting days.

Irish Setter became the brand for generations by proving itself in the field and on the job site. Today, more than 110 years of Red Wing work boot experience, combined with the over 60-year legacy of Irish Setter outdoor footwear, results in purpose-built Irish Setter footwear for work and hunt.

I've worn them for over 5 years. They're very comfortable, keep your feet dry, and take on any work load. The sole is soft so don't expect to get thousands of "miles" on them. But you can wear them on mile long walks in complete comfort.

In 1950, Red Wing introduced style 854, crafted with Red Russet leather which inspired the Irish Setter name. Irish Setter became the brand for generations by proving itself in the field and on the job site.

The Irish Setter is believed to have developed from an English Setter-Spaniel-Pointer-Gordon Setter mix. The earliest ancestors of the Irish Setter were not solid red but red and white.

IrelandIrish Setter / Origin Irish setter, breed of sporting dog renowned for its elegant build and its bright, mahogany-coloured coat; it was developed in early 18th-century Ireland to locate birds for the hunter.

The Irish Setter is believed to have developed from an English Setter-Spaniel-Pointer-Gordon Setter mix.

These setters were brought to the United States in the late 1800s to work as gundogs. Their flashy red coat also made them popular in the show ring, and by the mid-1900s, they were one of the most popular breeds in the country. The demand for puppies strained the breed, though, and its popularity fell off.

The Irish Setter is a high-spirited gundog known for grace, swiftness, and a flashy red coat. They are famously good family dogs: sweet-tempered companions for the folks, and rollicking playmates and tennis-ball fetchers for the children.

1950 In 1950, the first of many boots known simply as “Irish Setter” were designed specifically for hunting, and featured the distinctive Oro-Russet leather, the same color as an Irish Setter hunting dog. Originally a sportsman's boot, it was quickly adopted by American workers in the 1960's.

Irish Setters come in two types: show and field dogs.

Irish setters tend to be friendly and make good family dogs, but they can be a bit too big and rambunctious with small children. Some socialization is required because a few of these dogs are shy.

7 Fun Facts About the the Irish Setter

• They're Talented Hunters.
• They Were Originally Known as the Irish Red Setter.
• Their Solid Coloring Dates to the 19th Century.
• They're Athletic Dogs.
• Irish Setters Are Slow-Maturing.
• They're Very Outgoing.
• Multiple Presidents Have Owned Irish Setters.