HAIX Announces Release of Fire Hunter USA Footwear

HAIX®, a leading manufacturer of innovative and high-quality firefighting, rescue, law enforcement, hunting, and forestry footwear announces the release of the new all black Fire Hunter® USA for structural firefighting. With many fire departments facing tighter budgets in these economic times, the Fire Hunter® USA offers the same HAIX® quality at a more economical price–the perfect boot for those making the transition from rubber boots to leather boots.

The 11” Fire Hunter USA is the first all leather bunker boot at this price point that is certified to both structural NFPA 1971-2007 and liquid splash NFPA 1992-2005. Constructed with HAIX’s new Sun Reflect leather that reduces the heating effect of the leather by direct sunlight while at the same time providing leather that is water resistant and breathable. The lower 11” profile offers an alternate fit for those who are not comfortable wearing a taller 14” boot.

The CROSSTECH® inner liner features the HAIX® Secura Liner® which will never pull out or wrinkle up over time and offers additional protection from chemicals and body fluids. Used in conjunction with the HAIX® Climate System, your feet stay cooler and drier as fresh air is pulled in and moist air is pushed out with every step you take.

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