Dayton Boots

Dayton started out making boots for the logging industry in 1946 and managed to build them so strong and so tough their reputation was won in these harsh and demanding conditions.

They made a natural progression to most areas that required comfortable and durable long lasting footwear and became quick favourites used by pole climbers, longshoreman, construction workers, firefighters and the list goes on. The company took their handmade nailed and welted construction and began to make boots for motorcycle riders and it turned a new corner. Tough guys (back then often called "greasers or grease balls" ) and bikers discovered these boots where good for various tough guy activities both on the road and off. Soon followed many bars posted signs saying "no Dayton's allowed" because the boots often became involved in situations that caused a ruckus - whether it was the wearer or the damage caused by the direction the boots where pointed in. Soon after, it almost became a right of passage for an East Vancouver male or male in BC for that matter to be cool and tough enough to own a pair. Some saved up all summer (as they were not cheap) and to the dismay of many a mother managed to secure a pair. Years later the stigma broke open and hipsters, the film industry and the like rediscovered the classic styling, retro look and quality of days gone by and started another chapter of increased popularity. The company's extremely loyal customer base spanned generations that now also included women. Women also like Angelina Jolie and Sarah McLauchlan no less. All a result of word of mouth testimonials. No fancy add campaigns, no clever marketing gimmicks. What you see is what you get and what you get is good.