[Scratch & Dent] Donkey Puncher Boots - Black CXL 9E

Scratch & Dent: these were tried on and worn around a bit before being returned to us. Unfortunately, they show signs of that wear, particularly on the bottoms of the soles, and on the tongue behind the laces. Structurally, they're completely fine, but they've got just a bit too much wear to sell as new. Scratch & Dent boots may ship with boot boxes that are in somewhat poor condition. We will not ship anything in a way that could damage the product, but be aware that the original box will not be in mint condition. The name "Donkey Puncher" comes from a niche bit of history pertaining to the intersection of logging, footwear, and heavy machinery. Developed at the end of the 19th century, the Steam Donkey was a steam-powered hauling machine utilized by the logging industry for the transport of felled trees - this was one of the first pieces of mechanized equipment ever employed by the logging industry, serving as a replacement for oxen and horses. The men who rode and operated t