14 October 2026International edition
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14 October 2026
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Footwear

The Original Muck Boot Company

Rocky Brands · United States

The Original Muck Boot Company is a footwear brand known for rugged boots for work, farm, hunting and outdoor use. Since 2021 it has been owned by the American footwear group Rocky Brands.

Facts
OwnerRocky Brands
Acquired2021, from Honeywell
FocusWork and outdoor boots
Sister brandsXtratuf, Servus, NEOS, Ranger
Websitemuckbootcompany.com
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
FootwearOutdoor
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is The Original Muck Boot Company?

The Original Muck Boot Company, often simply called Muck Boot, is a footwear brand specialising in boots for outdoor work and leisure. It is part of Rocky Brands, the American footwear group.

History

In 2021 Rocky Brands acquired the performance and lifestyle footwear business of Honeywell. The deal brought The Original Muck Boot Company into the group together with Xtratuf and the Servus, NEOS and Ranger footwear brands.

Products and positioning

Muck Boot makes boots for men, women and children, aimed at practical use in demanding conditions. Retailers group the range by use, including:

  • Farm and work boots
  • Hunting boots and clothing
  • Equestrian footwear
  • Everyday outdoor and snow boots

Distribution

The brand is sold through rural, farm and outdoor retailers such as Tractor Supply in the United States and specialist outdoor shops in the United Kingdom, as well as online.

Why it matters

Muck Boot is an example of a function-led footwear brand whose loyal customer base in agriculture and outdoor pursuits made it a strategic acquisition for a footwear group building a portfolio of work and outdoor labels.

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Muck Boot?

The Original Muck Boot Company is owned by Rocky Brands, which acquired it from Honeywell in 2021.

What does Muck Boot make?

It makes boots for work, farm, hunting, equestrian and outdoor use for men, women and children.

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