Safety boots made in France, in the historical family factory Gaston MILLE, with industrial know-how that the 5th generation defends.
Now after more than a century of experience in the footwear business, this production is manufactured in the historic family-run Gaston MILLE factory, with industrial craftsmanship handed down through five generations.
The brand's footwear is renowned for combining safety, comfort, quality and robustness with industry-specific requirements.
It is worn by workers in foundry and steel industry as well as by workers in specific environments such as hot environments.
1912® is committed to the craftsmanship of French industry and the values of Made in France.
Heavy duty - foundry & steel industry - safety boots for men with safety toecap and penetration-resistant midsole + high quality leather - MADE IN FRANCE
This reference is designed to last over time, in compliance with standard requirements and comfort.
UPPER Full grain leather (2 to 2.2mm thick), water and oil repellent, strong, supple and long lasting - all our leathers are selected with great care. No side stiches for greater sturdiness. Sides grip loops for easy on and off. Cushioned and soft upper for more flexilibility and comfort to avoir overheating. Retroreflective strip for better visibility on construction sites and roadsides. Wide opening at the back of the boot for easy on/off.
LARGE PROTECTIVE TOE CAP Fiberglass (10% lighter than steel with superior strength), athermic & non-magnetic. Comfort skirt: plastic extension to avoid feeling the toe cap when bending the foot.
ANTI-PUNCTURE SOLE Kevlar® textile, non-magnetic, athermic (non-conductive of heat and cold), sewn directly onto the upper and covering 100% of the sole of the foot for complete protection Ultra-light, soft and flexible => does not interfere with the natural rolling of the foot.
LINING Sanitized® lining => the Sanitized hygiene function protects from the formation of fungi and provides long-lasting protection
REMOVABLE & ANATOMICAL INSOLE Mille Soft®, ultra thick PU foam (1.5 cm) for optimum comfort, ergonomic, moisture absorption, good breathability, anti-abrasion and anti-fungal, washable at 30°C. Arch support, shock absorption in the heel area, soft optimal comfort. Possibility to insert an orthopedic insole.
EXTRA-LARGE STUDDED OUTSOLE PU/Nitrile - excellent shock absorb + grip on all types of ground, optimal stability, abrasion resistance of external toe cap reinforcements (stone guard)
METAL FREE Without metal => non magnetic (no interference with metal detectors)
UPPER HEIGHT 28 cm
Additional features
SEMELLE DE CONFORT FUSIONGRIP®
COMFORT SOLE FUSIONGRIP® Ultra-light Polyurethane with high energy return (64%) - High Rebound.
OUTSOLE FUSIONGRIP® Nitrile - 4 mm outsole resistant to abrasion, cuts, hydrocarbons, chemicals and acids. Sharp studs to improve grip on all types of ground - rough, rocky, unsteady, muddy or slippery surfaces.
(1) Liquid evacuation on the sides to prevent aquaplaning (2) 1 cm deep for better grip on ladder rungs (3) Turbo Flex System® : anti-torsion arch support (4) Shock Absorb® : shock absorption in the heel to protect the back and joints - anti-fatigue effect (5) 7 mm high profiled studs for better grip (6) Ridges on the front and back to prevent slipping (7) Large, spaced, flexible studs to prevent grit from getting stuck - self-cleaning sole (8) Flex zone - no discomfort to the natural rolling of the foot
SPECIFICATIONS Large contact area for improved stability and maximum grip. Generous, wide fit for long-lasting comfort.
COMPLIANCE
SB = Basic requirements (innocuousness, strength, resistance to shock hazards & compression : 200 J) A Antistatic shoe E Energy absorption in the heel region FO Fuel Oil resistant sole WPA Water Penetration Resistant PL Penetration resistant sole (non metallic) HI Insulation of the sole against Heat LG Grip on ladders HRO Heat Resistant Outsole to contact heat (300°C during 1mn) SR High performance grip. Slip Resistant outsole on ceramic tile wet with soap solution and on smooth steel with glycerol (oil)
Focus
Special steel industry & hot floors - full grain premium leather - oil and water repellent
USE Extreme and difficult conditions, hot and risky industrial environments (steel industry, mines), extreme and difficult conditions, risky industrial environments (mines), special hazards, heavy industry (foundry), harsh outdoor environments (specific soils; metal chips, ballast, glass...)
LONG LASTING - ECO-FRIENDLY For more than 110 years, Gaston MILLE has been improving safety footwear by limiting its impact on the environment and by choosing quality materials that are more sustainable and eco-responsible.
