BM MEDIEVAL HALF-BOOT , TURN-SHOE WITH LACES

These short medieval boots reproduce archaeological finds from Schleswig and Constance, in Germany, and correspond to the period between 1100 and 1400 AD.

The turn-shoe was the leather footwear worn in the Middle Ages: it was assembled inside out and turned the right way round once sewn, a method this ankle boot keeps, with hand stitching.

• Outer laces above the ankle
• Upper leather 1.8 mm thick, tanned without chemicals
• Leather sole of 4 mm, also vegetable-tanned
• Hand sewn by the authentic turn-sewn method

The durability does not compare with that of modern footwear: they are sensitive to asphalt and gravel, and the manufacturer recommends the use of insoles. The sizes are normal, but the shape is narrow, above all in the toe area; if you have wide feet or prefer some room, choose a size up.