Hunting Boots
CPSC Recall #15-137 — May 19, 2015
Product
Hunting Boots
Description
The rubber boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearer's feet from a snake bite.
Hazard
The boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearer's feet from a snake bite.
Incidents / Injuries
The company reports one incident of the boots' snake guard failing in which a Rocky Brands contractor sustained injuries from a snake bite while demonstrating the product.
Remedy
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact Rocky Brands for a full refund or a free pair of replacement snakebite-proof hunting boots in one of the following models: Lynx Snake, Classic Lynx Snake, Prolight Snake in lace up, pull-on or side-zip styles.
Units Affected
About 1,800
Sold At
Various retailers nationwide, including Tomlinson's, Bowie Outfitters, and Mossy Oak stores, and online at www.rockyboots.com during March 2015 for about $200.
Importer
Rocky Brands Inc., of Nelsonville, Ohio
Manufactured In
China