Where Are Timberland Boots Made?

Timberland boots are trendy and in demand everywhere. From high schoolers to celebrities, everyone wants a pair to wear as part of their everyday outfit. Which makes one wonder, amidst all the craze, where are Timberland boots made?

Timberland boots are made all over the world including the USA, Asia, and even Europe. A chunk of their manufacturing sites lie in China, Vietnam, the Dominican Republic, and of course the USA.

They maintain corporate headquarters in the United States, but they have sub-headquarters in many different countries. This is why you may see different import tags on your boots, depending on what countries in which they were made.

Interested in the history of these historically famous boots? Keep reading!

A Timeline Of Timberland Company Expansion

1973	The Shwartz family launches the original waterproof yellow boot, designed to withstand heavy rain and snow, under the name Abington.
1976	Following the success of their yellow boots, Abington Shoe Company rebrands itself as the Timberland Company.
1980	Timberland’s entry into the Italian market is a significant success.
1981	Timberland opens its first international factory in the Dominican Republic.
Present Day	Timberland runs factories in China, Vietnam, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Pakistan, Cambodia, Guatemala, Germany, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Turkey—and, of course, the USA.

Are Any Of The Timberland Boots Made In The USA?

Timberland boots are manufactured in a variety of places around the world. Some of them are made in the USA. In contrast, others are crafted in many Asian, European, Southern, and Northern American countries, including China, Vietnam, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Pakistan, and Cambodia.

Curious about where your Timberlands came from? Check the boots’ descriptions.

Of every 1000 Timberland products, roughly 2% are made in the USA, including the 8-inch USA-made line of boots and the American Craft Moc-Toe boots.

Some popular American-made Timberland boots include:

Men Boots Made In The USA	Women Boots Made In The USA
The USA made 8-inch boots are American Craft Moc-Toe Boots.	USA made 8-inch boots

Are Any Timberland Boots Made In China?

Many people assume that Timberland boots labeled “Made in China” are counterfeit. However, the company operates 135 trademark factories in China and relies heavily on Chinese labor to make its products. As a result, many of the boots sold by the official Timberland store overseas are actually made in China.

As a result, many of the boots sold by the official Timberland store overseas are actually made in China.

How To Spot A Fake Timberland Boot If You See One

Since Timberland boots come at the higher end of the price scale, sometimes one may find cheaper knockoffs more attractive than the real game.

Though it looks and even feels like the real thing, a fake boot won’t be able to withstand the rigors of a Minnesota winter.

Here are some ways to tell if the boot you’re buying is the real deal or a knockoff:

Check where you’re buying the boots from

My advice? Shop at the Timberland store or Nordstrom, DSW, Zappos, or Amazon. If you’re not buying from one of those places, ask for a receipt to verify whether it was purchased from a certified store or not.

Check the box

Your Timberland boots should come in a sturdy brown box (made with recycled materials).

The box also bears information about the boots on its side. Check if those facts are consistent with the product’s details on Timberland’s website.

Check the logo

Imitators of the original Timberland logo try to copy it exactly but invariably get something wrong. The original logo features a tree with branches aligned to one point, a line under the tree that is not angled but straight, and a registered R mark in a neat circle.

Check the tag

Timberland never prints barcodes on the eyelet tags of its boots. Imitators often make this mistake, and it’s a sure way to spot a fake boot.

Feel the boot

A fake Timberland boot may look okay from a distance, but once you put it on, you’ll notice that it feels flimsy and cheaply made. An authentic Timberland is sturdy and composed of flexible leather that feels smooth and soft in your palm.

Check the stitching

Timberland boots are famous for their craftsmanship, and a well-made pair will always have neat, symmetrical stitches. Fake Timberlands, on the other hand, have sloppy stitching that’s not aligned throughout or evenly spaced. The stitching on fakes is also loose and might unravel at the seams.

Timberland boots have a reputation for being waterproof, durable, and long-lasting because they’re designed to be that way. Fake Timberlands might look the same and be sold at the same price, but they lack the technology that goes into making the real thing so solid and water-repellent.

If you’re hoping to spend money on a fake boot for its looks alone, never wear them outside because it won’t last. What if you truly want weatherproof boots? Darling, save some money and invest in a real pair instead. Just make sure you buy from an authorized retailer to avoid getting scammed.

Happy shoe shopping!