There are several brands of approved USAF ABU sage green boots authorized for wear with the new Air Force ABU uniform.  Two major manufacturers are Belleville and Corcoran.  This information may be helpful to some of you in determining the differences between manufacturers, costs and deciding which ABU boot to buy.  According to Air Force Instruction 36-2903 Desert sand-colored boots are authorized for wear with the ABU until the mandatory ABU wear date of Oct 2011. The links will take you directly to sites where you can find more information about the new ABU boots.

BELLEVILLE ABU BOOTS

BELLEVILLE 675ST USAF 600 GRAM INSLULATED SAFETY (STEEL) TOE BOOTS



Air Force approved for wear with the new Airman Battle Uniform.  The Belleville 675ST steel toe boot meets ASTM
 F2412-05 and F2413-05 standards.  Sage Green all leather for cold and wet work.  Vanguard running sole provides all day comfort with lasting tread. The VANGUARD Sole System provides a high performance, premium cushioning experience, which distributes impact from heel to toe just like your favorite running shoe. Construction combines a thick polyurethane cushion midsole with a durable VIBRAM premium rubber outsole.  Optimum cushioning and excellent durability. 

• VANGUARD® Sole Construction
• Sage Green All Cowhide Leather
• 600g THINSULATE™ Insulation
• Steel Toe - Meets ASTM F2412-05 and F2413-05 Standards
• GORE-TEX® Fabric Bootie
• Cushion Midsole – Polyurethane
• Outsole – VIBRAM® FIRE & ICE™ designed to improve traction in icy conditions
• Polyurethane Removable Insert
• Height – 8” (Standard Military Height)

BELLEVILLE® 600 USAF ABU APPROVED MEN’S HOT WEATHER SAFETY STEEL TOE BOOTS
BELLEVILLE® F600 USAF ABU APPROVED WOMEN’S HOT WEATHER SAFETY STEEL TOE BOOTS


Bellevilled models 600 and F600 are approved by the Air Force for wear with the new Airman Battle Uniform (ABU). Steel toe meets ASTM F2412-05 and F2413-05 standards.
• 8" standard military height
• VANGUARD® Running Shoe Construction
• Sage Green cowhide leather and CORDURA® nylon upper
• Steel safety toe meets ASTM F2412-05 and F2413-05 standards
• Polyurethane cushion insole
• Polyurethane removable insert
• VIBRAM® Sierra 100% rubber outsole
• USAF Sage Green only
• Made in USA
• Wt: 4 lbs.

BELLEVILLE® 650 USAF ABU APPROVED MEN’S WATERPROOF COMBAT BOOTS
BELLEVILLE® F650 USAF ABU APPROVED WOMEN’S WATERPROOF COMBAT BOOTS

Belleville models 650 and F650 are Air Force approved for wear with the new Airman Battle Uniform (ABU).  GORE-TEX® bootie lining keeps moisture out.
• Upper Material: USAF Sage Green Leather / Nylon Fabric
• GORE-TEX® Fabric Bootie
• VANGUARD® Running Shoe Sole Construction
• Outsole: VIBRAM® 360° FIRE & ICE™ compound designed to improve traction in icy conditions
• Midsole: Polyurethane cushion
• Removable polyurethane insert
• Height: 8” (Standard Military Height)
• Made in USA.
• Belleville Models: 600 (men's), F650 (women's)

CORCORAN ABU BOOTS

CORCORAN 8795 MEN'S USAF ABU HOT WEATHER SAFETY TOE 8.5" BOOTS



USAF approved. Dryz® insoles change the environment inside your boots from damp to dry and fresh. Made with high traction Vibram® Sierra outsoles and Goodyear patented Flex-Welt™ stitch-down construction for a top-of-the-line platform. Steel Safety Toe meets ASTM F2413 Standard for Protective Footwear.

• 8.5" upper
• Steel Safety Toe meets ASTM F2413 Standard for Protective Footwear
• Fleshout leather and Cordura® nylon upper with padded collar
• Speedlace barrel and eyelet lacing
• Dryz® moisture-wicking comfort cushion insert, powered by X-Static® antimicrobial fabric for odor and anti-microbial control
• Fiberglass shank
• Goodyear patented Flex-Welt™ construction
• Vibram® Sierra outsole
• Patented, shock-absorbing midsole
• ABU Green
• Corcoran Style #8795
• Extended widths available
• Made in USA.

CORCORAN® 8700 MEN'S USAF ABU HOT WEATHER 8.5" BOOTS
CORCORAN 8705 WOMEN'S USAF ABU HOT WEATHER 8.5" BOOTS



USAF approved cool comfort in tough conditions. Dryz® insoles change the environment inside your boots from damp to dry and fresh. Made with high traction Vibram® Sierra outsoles and Goodyear patented Flex-Welt™ stitch-down construction for a top-of-the-line platform.
• 8.5" upper
• Fleshout leather and Cordura® nylon upper with padded collar
• Speedlace barrel and eyelet lacing
• Dryz® moisture-wicking comfort cushion insert, powered by X-Static® antimicrobial fabric for odor and anti-microbial control
• Fiberglass shank
• Goodyear patented Flex-Welt™ construction
• Vibram® Sierra outsole
• Patented, shock-absorbing midsole
• ABU Green
• Corcoran Style 8700 (men's), 8705 (women's)
• Extended widths available
• Made in USA.

CORCORAN® MEN'S USAF ABU MARAUDER™ 10” BOOTS
CORCORAN® WOMEN'S USAF ABU MARAUDER™ 10” BOOTS



USAF approved Sage Green fleshout leather/1000 denier Cordura® upper. Falcon lightweight polyurethane comfort system outsole is oil-resistant and non-marking with athletic shoe traction and the support you need for long days on the flight line. Reinforced ankle support, extra-firm, heavy-duty military counters and toe box for excellent foot protection.
• Meets NIR requirements
• USAF-approved
• 10" height
• Fleshout leather and 1000-Denier Cordura® upper
• Munson last for superior fit
• Webbing reinforcement for ankle support
• Speed lace eyelets
• Dryz® moisture/odor control shock-absorbing insert with X-Static® anti-microbial fabric
• Fiberglass shank
• Oil-resistant, non-marking Falcon outsole
• ABU Green
• Made in USA
  Corcoran Style # 87146 (men's),# 87257 (women's).