"Depano" Handsewn Norwegian Front Boot in Snuff Suede, Trubalance Last

The “Depano” Handsewn Norwegian Front Boot is made exclusively for Brick + Mortar. Crafted using a comfortable and stylistically versatile snuff suede upon the accommodating Trubalance Last.  Alden’s Norwegian Front toe stitch is a decorative finish which pays homage to the water resistant work boots of over 100 years ago. The process for constructing the uppers and placing on the Last is so difficult that there are only 2 or 3 highly trained hand-sewers that are tasked with this responsibility. The front of the shoe is actually a single piece of hide, not multiple pieces that are stitched as you would see on a split toe. The craftsmen use a tool to pinch the leather and then 2 needles to pierce the seam on opposite sides, hand-sewing what you see. Alden footwear is crafted using Goodyear Welt construction, which allows for a full restoration when necessary and a water resistant build. A tempered steel shank under the arch and a cork fill provides remarkable support and comfort through