Company History

Irish Setter is one of the world's premier lines of sporting and outdoor boots. The line is descended from Red Wing Shoes' 1920 line of "outing boots." Those strapping 18" models are considered to be the first boots built specifically for outdoor recreation. Irish Setters uphold an age-old tradition of all-day comfort and unequaled fit.

Red Wing, Minnesota, is a beautiful, historic Mississippi River town - arguably one of the most beautiful towns in America. It's surrounded by bluffs, trout streams and lakes. The fishing is good. So is the hunting. There is no better place for outdoor enthusiasts to live - and no better place to design the boots that meet their needs.

The Red Wing Shoe Company, parent to Irish Setter, has been part of the fabric of the town since 1905. In Red Wing, the word "tradition" comes from the heart, not the marketing department.

Irish Setter shoes and boots are sold only at authorized Irish Setter dealers. For the dealer location nearest you, use the store locator on this website.