| Lasts: |
 From the measurements taken, models of the feet are made and these are called ‘lasts'. These are kept for you for any repeat orders you may wish to make. The uppers are stretched over the lasts during manufacture, thus forming the shoes to the shape of each foot.
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| Uppers: |
The uppers are made from soft calf skin leather in your choice of colour and are fully leather lined with padded tongues and ankles. An extra strong heel stiffener is fitted as standard.
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| Insole: |
4 mm of orthopaedic shock-absorbing material, lined with suede leather and incorporating a further 6 mm of Poron/PPT protection under the heel, and 1.5 mm under the rest of the foot.
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| Middle: |
A thin but very strong layer of Oak Bark tanned leather is cemented to the insole and uppers and then securely stitched. This method of construction, called ‘veldschoen', gives the shoe extra strength and water resistance, whilst retaining flexibility. However, whilst every effort is made to minimise moisture ingression, the shoes cannot be guaranteed as waterproof.
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| Midsole: |
A shock-absorbent through sole of top quality EVA in a choice of soft or hard grades, shaped to assist the walking action is cemented to the middle. Alternatively, normal leather soles and heels can be fitted.
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| Soles: |
Claytons Tanflex leather soles with receptacles for Champ steel or plastic spikes. This leather is very supple, water resistant, absorbs very little moisture, dries out quickly without cracking, and is exceedingly hard wearing.
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| Styles: |
Can be chosen on ordering with a selection of different upper styles, with padded ankles, lace fringes, and contrasting colours.
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| Initials: |
Personalise your shoes by having your initials on the heels and/or lace fringe.
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| Repairs: |
A full repair service is offered, which includes new midsoles, leather soles and spikes and any patching on the uppers, which may be necessary. |
