CPSC2015-05-19
Rocky Brands Recalls Rocky Rubber Snake Boots Due to Failure of Snake Guard
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Hazard
The boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearer's feet from a snake bite.
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.
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.
Affected count
About 1,800
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Hunting Boots
Consumer contact
Rocky Brands Inc. toll-free at (866) 245-2159 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, email at customer.service@rockybrands.com, or online at www.rockybrands.com or www.rockyboots.com and click on Recall Notice for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Rocky-Brands-Recalls-Rocky-Rubber-Snake-BootsDon't want to check this manually?
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