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Smooth leather
Our smooth calfskin leather is full-grain, crafted from the outermost layer: the most premium part of the animal. The artisan's touch makes it beautiful and soft by gently hammering the surface: this process brings out the leather's natural characteristics, reviving and giving it body. This essential step requires time and the precision of experienced hands.
Tubular construction with Blake stitch
This tubular construction method produces a comfortable glove-like fit and a particularly flexible shoe, with fully hand-sewn details.
The process begins with careful study of the leather; after finding the best part, the artisan cuts and shapes it round the last to form the upper. This is then delicately hammered to smooth down the seams and soften the parts that come into contact with the foot.
The artisan envelops the last with the upper leather, creating a soft fit that’s seamless on the inside. Then, the toe box is hand-sewn with needle and thread. Finally, the shoe is fixed to the sole with an internal seam called a Blake stitch, named after the machine that makes it: the artisan guides the shoe under the needle with the skill of a true expert.
Vibram rubber lug sole
Vibram designed the lug sole in 1937, bringing together the grip of climbing shoes and the sturdiness of hiking shoes to form true Italian excellence. For this shoe, we’ve chosen a monobloc sole, durable and suitable for all terrains.
Care
Leather gains beauty with age, so long as it is well taken care of. Here’s how:
- Use a brush to get rid of dust.
- Use the same brush to apply a cream. If the shoe is lightly colored, you’re better off using one that’s transparent or has a neutral color.
- Wait at least 20 minutes: when the polish has dried, buff it in using a dry cloth.
- Spray a deodorizing sanitizer spray on the inside of the shoe and wait a few hours before wearing.
Take a look at our leather care kit: inside you’ll find everything you need to care for smooth leather of any color. Entirely made in Italy, naturally.
Design
Not the boat shoe from your summer memories: this version is made with tumbled leather and a Vibram rubber lug sole, ideal for fall and winter.
The upper part of the shoe is the same color as the sole, for a clean uniform look. The lining is in matching smooth leather.
The raw-cut leather laces are made using an artisanal technique that brings out the leather’s natural charm.
This shoe uses tubular Blake stitch construction, also known as bag construction since it involves a single piece of leather being wrapped around the last from top to bottom and sewn together like a bag. The last is the mold that forms the shape and profiles of the shoe, fundamental for the assembly phase. The ends of the leather are then sewn to the toe box and the sole is attached using a blake stitch. The final result is an extremely soft and flexible shoe.
Our packaging
We’ve carefully designed our packaging, selecting sustainable materials in order to reduce waste and make the packing process easier for our artisans.
The cardboard is fully recycled and recyclable, as is the twine and packing tissue. Depending on your purchase, you’ll also find one or more cotton bags for your convenience: reuse them for home and wardrobe storage, or for organizing your things when going away on trips.
Made in Italy
Production is based in Montegranaro, in the Marche region, where the tradition of shoemaking has deep roots. For a product that lasts, we only select leathers that age well and put our trust in people who have been in this industry for generations. The artisans in our workshops have learned the job through family and know each and every trade secret. Just like Genesio, who cuts leather with a keen eye and extreme precision.
Balòss
Boat shoes
Autumn / Winter
Brown
Smooth calf leather
EU Size
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