The High Cost of Firefighting: Who's Really Paying for Safety? Wildland firefighters in the United States rely on rugged boots that have protected them from wildfires for nearly a century.
These expensive, artisanal products defy the trends of mass production and cost cutting, with prices ranging from $600 to $800 per pair.
The boots are made from full grain leather, hand stitched with fire resistant threads that self extinguish in seconds. They're designed to withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.