Mongrel High Leg Zipsider Safety Boot with Scuff Cap

Product Overview

The Mongrel 561 High Leg Zipsider with Scuff Cap is Mongrel's toughest boot – a higher-cut, full leather safety boot built around a heat, oil and acid resistant Vibram® rubber outsole rated to 300°C. It's finished in premium Wheat Nu-Buck leather with a moulded PU scuff cap for extra durability.

Why Customers Choose This Boot

When the job involves heat, sparks or chemical exposure, the 561 is a confident choice. The Vibram® sole withstands temperatures up to 300°C, while the OrthoTec® Poron footbed keeps things comfortable with shock-absorbing cushioning and anatomical arch support – all in a boot still fast to put on thanks to the full-length YKK zip.

Standout Features

• Vibram® rubber outsole, heat/oil/acid resistant (rated to 300°C): Protects against hot surfaces, sparks and chemical spills – built for welding, grinding and mining environments.
• Moulded PU scuff cap: Adds extra toe and vamp durability for demanding work.
• Full-length YKK ZipGuard zipper: Fast, effortless on/off with added protection running the length of the zip.
• 200J steel toe cap: Protects feet from impact and compression hazards on the job.
• Antistatic construction: Reduces the risk of static build-up in sensitive work environments.
• SRC slip resistance rating: Certified grip performance on wet and oily surfaces.
• OrthoTec® Poron footbed with anatomical arch support: Shock-absorbing comfort designed for long, physically demanding shifts.
• Dri-Freeze® lining: Dissipates heat to help keep feet cooler in hot working conditions.
• Nomex® vamp stitching and Silicone AbrasionGuard: Reinforced construction that resists heat and abrasion damage.
• Higher leg cut, full leather upper: Provides extra coverage and protection for the toughest job sites.

Ideal Applications

Boilermakers, welders, miners, grinders, road workers and other trades exposed to heat, sparks or chemical hazards who need the highest level of protection Mongrel offers.

Technical Specifications

• Outsole: Vibram® rubber, heat/oil/acid resistant, rated to 300°C
• Toe cap: 200J steel with moulded PU scuff cap
• Closure: Full-length YKK zip with ZipGuard (no laces)
• Footbed: OrthoTec® Poron with anatomical arch support
• Lining: Dri-Freeze® heat-dissipating lining
• Upper: Premium Wheat Nu-Buck leather
• Additional features: Antistatic, SRC slip resistance, Nomex® vamp stitching, Silicone AbrasionGuard
• Available sizes: AU 5–13 (half sizes 6.5–10.5 included)

Standards & Certifications

• AS 2210.3:2019 (Occupational protective footwear)
• ISO 20345:2011, MOD
• ASTM F2413
• Made in Australia