Elten Arborist GTX S3 Forestry Boots (88781)
Elten Arborist GTX forestry boots: S3, chainsaw cut protection class 2 (24 m/s) form C, Gore-Tex and waterproof cowhide — for serious clearing.
In short:The Elten Arborist GTX (88781) is a high-top forestry safety boot certified to EN ISO 17249 with S3 SRC CI ratings and chainsaw cut-protection class 2 (24 m/s), form C. It has hydrophobic, waterproof cowhide leather, a Gore-Tex climate membrane and a steel toe. It protects against thrown stones, wet ground and chainsaw or clearing-saw contact. The listing on our link is size 38, so check your size before ordering.
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Pros
- Chainsaw class 2 cut protection plus full S3 safety
- Gore-Tex keeps feet dry on wet ground
- High top supports ankles on slopes
Cons
- Heavy and expensive compared with plain safety boots
- Listing on our link is size 38 only
- Couldn't be dispatched to us in October 2026
What they are
The boots on our link are Elten’s Arborist GTX (88781), a high-top forestry boot certified to EN ISO 17249 with S3 SRC CI ratings and chainsaw cut protection class 2 (24 m/s), form C. The upper is hydrophobic, waterproof cowhide with a Gore-Tex climate membrane, and the toe cap is steel. The listing we link to is size 38; when we checked in October 2026 it couldn’t be dispatched to our location.
What the markings mean
- S3 — protective toe cap, closed and energy-absorbing heel, antistatic, water-resistant upper, penetration-resistant midsole and cleated sole.
- SRC — slip resistance tested on both ceramic and steel surfaces.
- CI — cold insulation of the sole.
- EN ISO 17249 class 2 — the upper’s padding is tested to stop a chain at 24 m/s; class 1 is 20 m/s.
Do you need chainsaw boots for brush cutting?
For line trimming, sturdy boots with a toe cap are enough. These come into their own if you also use a clearing-saw blade or a chainsaw, or work long days on wet, steep ground where waterproofing and ankle support matter as much as protection.
Alternatives
For waterproof wellies on boggy ground, see steel-toe wellingtons; for another cut-protection boot, KOX forestry boots. Full kit: the best safety gear for brush cutting.
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