About this product
A tough boot with extra room for comfort in the toe — our men's 6" waterproof broad toe composite toe work boot.
It's equipped with a composite safety toe cap and the enduring support of our Pillow Cushion™ insole and removable AG7™ footbed. A waterproof SCUBALINER™ adds to the comfort. The oil- and slip-resisting outsole provides durability and traction.
Key Features of the Carolina CA5520
- Broad Composite Safety Toe — Non-metallic toe meeting ASTM F2413 I/C, with extra forefoot room and reduced cold transfer.
- Waterproof SCUBALINER™ — Carolina's sealed proprietary waterproof lining system.
- Copper Crazy Horse Leather Upper — Rugged leather that distresses handsomely with wear.
- Removable AG7™ Polyurethane Footbed — Over a Pillow Cushion™ insole and EVA midsole; lifts out for orthotics.
- Non-Metallic Shank — Composite support with no steel in it.
- Electrical Hazard Rated — Tested to withstand up to 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
- Cement Construction & Oil/Slip-Resisting Rubber Outsole — Light, flexible, and grippy.
No Steel Underfoot
Composite toe, non-metallic shank. Nothing structural in this boot is metal, which keeps the weight down and cuts the cold transfer you feel through a steel toe on a winter morning.
Room Where You Need It
The broad toe box gives the forefoot noticeably more space than a standard last, which matters most late in a shift when feet have swollen and a normal toe box starts to pinch.
Why Choose the CA5520?
A lightweight 6" waterproof composite-toe boot with a genuinely roomy toe box — comfortable protection for long days on your feet.
Similar Styles to Consider
Want more ankle coverage? The CA8520 is the 8" Bruno Hi. Don't need a safety toe? The CA5020 is the soft broad-toe Bruno Lo. Browse the full Carolina collection at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “broad toe” actually mean here?
A wider last through the toe box, not a wider overall width. You still order your normal width; the extra room sits in the forefoot, which helps if your toes splay or your feet swell over a long shift.
Why choose a composite toe over steel?
Both meet the same ASTM F2413 impact and compression thresholds. Composite transfers far less cold — noticeable on a winter site — and weighs less across a long day. Steel is thinner, so it gives slightly more toe-box room at the same shell size, though on a broad last that's less of an issue.
How long does the waterproofing last?
The SCUBALINER™ is a sealed membrane rather than a surface coating, so it doesn't wash off. Conditioning the leather and keeping the seams clean is what keeps it working over the life of the boot.
Can I use my own orthotics?
Yes. The AG7™ footbed lifts out. The CA5520 is EH rated rather than static-dissipative, so there's no SD rating to compromise by swapping it.
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