YUKETEN WADAKEN MIL SPEC U-TIP OXFORD BOX CALF BLACK
A Classic U-Tip Oxford done Yuketen style! This timeless shoe design has been a staple in American style for decades and continues to be a popular choice. Yuki Matsuda’s design concept with the Made in Italy collection is to take classic, well-loved American footwear styles and produce them in an artisanal, small historic Italian factory in Mount Sibillini, Italy (part of the Appennines). Simply put, American style, Italian craftsmanship, Yuki’s Japanese sensibilities, and excellent materials. The origins of this style aren’t necessarily American, but it is a classic and timeless style. This style was named after one of Yuki’s friends who has a love for vintage military officer footwear. When Yuki saw the sample for this shoe, they reminded him of his friend who he knew would love these, so he named them after his friend. The uppers are hand cut and hand-lasted from the most beautiful full grain black box calf leather from the historic Freudenberger leather tannery in Germany. Freudenberger box calf leather is a high-quality leather that has been used for the production of fine footwear, clothing, and accessories for over a century. The leather is named after the town of Freudenberg in Germany, where it has been produced since the late 19th century. The town has a long tradition of leather-making, and the leather produced there is known for its high quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Box Calf Leather is made from the hides selected for their fine grain and tight fibers. One of the unique features of Freudenberger Box Calf Leather is its tight grain, which gives it a smooth and uniform surface that can be polished to mirror-like sheen. The leather is also known for its ability to develop a rich patina over time, which is a natural process that occurs as the leather ages and develops a unique character. Taking inspiration from Yuki's old American Work Boots he utilized a Goodyear storm leather welt. In "Goodyear welt" construction our thick leather midsoles ar
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