THE STEADFAST CHUKKA BOOTS / SHINKI HIKAKU SHELL CORDOVAN / OLIVE
Lot No. LK-022-OLIVE
These chukka boots are versatile enough to wear in a wide range of settings.
With their sophisticated look, these chukka boots pair perfectly with any outfit—whether styled casually with rolled-up jeans or work pants, or for an elegant, understated look with a jacket and tapered pants.
Crafted by passionate shoemakers, they are masterpieces designed to uphold tradition while meeting modern needs.
The leather used is the highly rare Shin-ki Cordovan.
Cordovan is leather made by tanning the cordovan layer found inside the hide of a horse’s hindquarters. Unlike cowhide, which features a “grain layer” where the surface hair has been removed, cordovan is created by shaving away a portion of this layer to reveal a collection of strong fibers, characterized by its high strength and beautiful luster.
The number of horses from which cordovan can be harvested is small, and the amount that can be obtained from a single horse is extremely limited. Due to its rarity and beauty, it is a high-end leather often referred to as the “diamond of leathers.”
Furthermore, Shinki Leather Co., located in Himeji—the center of Japan’s leather industry—is one of the few tanneries in the world that specializes exclusively in horse leather and handles the entire process, from tanning the raw hides into leather to the final finishing, under one roof.The company is highly regarded worldwide for its exceptional quality.
The soles are made by the global manufacturer VIBRAM and offer excellent grip, durability, and abrasion resistance.
The heels feature QUABAUG heels, which are still produced in the United States today and boast high durability and abrasion resistance.
Crafted using the Goodyear welt construction—one of the traditional methods for making leather shoes—these shoes boast exceptional durability thanks to their complex stitching.
This construction method, commonly found in vintage boots and high-end shoes, is characterized by a sturdiness that is unmatched by other methods.
The complex stitching and structure give the shoe just the right weight, creating a pendulum-like motion that supports your stride.
One of the attractions of these shoes is that they can be repaired—such as by replacing the sole or heel—allowing you to wear them virtually indefinitely.
Brown shoelaces are included. (Waxed cotton laces)
They will be delivered in a dedicated box.
Material: Shell Cordovan
Last: 110
Width: D
Heel: 3cm
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Reference Examples
I wear US 8.5 (26.5cm) in all JLB boots.
I’ve compared them to boots from other brands that I wear. Please use this as a reference.
RED WING/ #2268 ENGINEER BOOTS US 8.5D
WHITE’S/ SEMI DRESS BOOTS US 8.5D
WESCO/ JOB MASTER BOOTS US 8.5E
PARABOOTS/ CHAMBORD UK 7.5 (US 8.0)
Please feel free to contact us with any questions regarding sizing.
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Each piece of natural leather is unique. You may notice minor scratches or wrinkles, but please enjoy these as part of the leather’s natural character. We look forward to your order with your understanding of these characteristics.
