ENGINEERED GARMENTS x RED WING #4603 SHOP MOC OXFORD - COPPER REMIX

LIMITED-EDITION COLLECTION FEAT.

STORM WELT CONSTRUCTION

The Shop Moc Oxford can be traced to style no. 895 when the

oxford version first appeared in the Red Wing Shoe catalog

in 1954; just two years after the release of the iconic 8-in

Classic Moc. Today, the Shop Moc Oxford draws inspiration

from this style and its iconic best-selling siblings at taller

heights. This limited edition collection features storm welt

construction, Puritan triple stitching, Traction Tred outsole,

and leather insole with an added heel pad for comfort.

Several leather colors and textures create the easy, ankle-

height oxford that delivers in a premium shoe bag and

archive-inspired Irish Setter branded box.

MATERIALS

LAST

23

HARDWARE

Nickel Hardware

INSOLE

Leather with Heel Pad

CONSTRUCTION

Storm Welt

OUTSOLE

Traction Tred

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Made in USA

ABOUT STORM WELT CONSTRUCTION

Storm welt construction is a method used in the making of boots and

shoes to connect the upper to the sole. The Storm welt is a slight

modification of the Goodyear welt, designed for rougher climates

and used by Red Wing Shoes since the 1920s. Rather than

stitching the leather welt flat between the midsole and upper,

the leather welt is split and attached to the upper and midsole in

a way that blocks out rain and water.

ABOUT TRACTION TRED

Traction Tred is undoubtedly the most iconic and well-known Red

Wing Shoes outsole with a history of more than 60 years. The soft,

yet durable material provides all-day comfort and the unique zig-zag

pattern offers traction while leaving mud and dirt behind. Today,

the men’s Heritage Traction Tred outsole offers a natural grip with

styrene-butadiene blown rubber from Vibram®.

For the first collaboration between Engineered Garments and Minnesota-based shoemaker Red Wing, designer Daiki Suzuki presents the Irish Setter – Triple Black. 

Introduced in 1950, the original Irish Setter boots, specifically style #854, were purpose-built for hunting. They featured Oro-Russet leather, named for its resemblance to the reddish-brown coat of the Irish Setter hunting dog. While designed for sportsmen, these boots quickly transitioned into everyday use, becoming a favorite among American workers in the 1960s. 

By 1952, Red Wing introduced the shorter 6-inch Moc Toe (Style #875), a more versatile model ideal for daily wear. With its practical functionality and distinctive look, the Irish Setter collection became synonymous with workwear and outdoor culture.

Daiki Suzuki’s Irish Setter revives this storied boot, creating a product that bridges Red Wing’s utilitarian past with Engineered Garments’ experimental design ethos. Daiki reimagines the Irish Setter, focusing on details, materials, and construction. Aptly named “Triple Black,” this version stands out with its monochromatic palette, achieved through a combination of three distinct leathers sourced from Red Wing’s exclusive tannery, S.B. Foot Tanning Co.

Established in 1872 and acquired by Red Wing in 1986, S.B. Foot Tanning Co. has been integral to the brand’s success. Known for producing Grade A leather, the tannery reserves its finest hides for Red Wing, ensuring durability and top quality. Every leather used in the Triple Black is water-resistant and treated throughout, offering functionality alongside aesthetic appeal.

Materials: A Trio of Monochrome Excellence

• Abilene Roughout 
  This full-grain leather is flipped inside-out to expose the hide’s soft, napped underside, offering a casual, rough texture. Chrome-tanned and oil-infused, Abilene Roughout is highly durable, water-resistant, and low-maintenance, aging gracefully with wear. Its rugged finish subtly contrasts with the other leathers used in the boot.
• Black Harness Leather
  Crafted from vegetable-tanned full-grain leather, Black Harness features a slightly glossy, oil-treated surface. Red Wing does not use this leather on many of its models, except for the Iron Ranger. In addition to its toughness and supple flexibility, this leather develops a rich patina. Its inclusion in the Triple Black ensures both strength and aesthetic sophistication.
• Black Chrome Leather
  Top-grain chrome-tanned leather completes the trio. This leather appears on many Red Wing boots thanks to its softness, flexibility, and water resistance. This leather is drum-tanned for up to 18 hours, ensuring deep color saturation. Its slightly matte finish balances the ruggedness of the Roughout and the natural appeal of Harness leather.

The Irish Setter – Triple Black departs from Red Wing’s traditional styling in several key ways. The eyelets, typically silver, are blacked out, as is the stitching, creating a sleek monochrome aesthetic. The Traction Tred outsoles are custom-made by Red Wing and finished in black, further emphasizing the boot’s unified color scheme.

One standout feature is the storm welt, which is different from the usual Goodyear welt construction. While both methods provide durability, the storm welt offers enhanced water resistance by sealing the seam between the upper and the sole, making these boots as functional as they are stylish.

Finally, the boot features a vintage Irish Setter tag, used by Red Wing from 1954 to 1960. This nostalgic touch connects the modern Triple Black to the brand’s rich history, tying the collaboration to its roots.

This unique iteration pays homage to Red Wing’s made-in-America heritage while incorporating a signature Engineered Garments touch. The result is a bold, refined boot that reinterprets the legacy of Red Wing’s iconic Irish Setter collection through a contemporary lens.