- Goodyear stitched boots handcrafted in Portugal - Our Goodyear-stitched shoes are made in Benedita, north of Lisbon, in a small, specialized traditional workshop that has been in existence for over 50 years. Twenty-five highly-skilled craftsmen work with passion to produce just under forty pairs of shoes a day. This construction, also known as "welt assembly", relies on the use of the so-called welt, which is sewn to both the upper part of the shoe (the upper) and its sole, making it waterproof and resoleable. This is the quintessential high-end assembly. - Sourced from Italy's most famous tanneries, our suede, also known as suede or velvet leather, is a hide whose inner surface has been finely sanded for a soft, natural result. Its suppleness and allure make it the material of choice for effective designs with casual elegance. - Cowhide leather lining - This pair features a leather sole, made in Portugal with respect for traditional craftsmanship. Hand-cut with a punch and sewn to the upper, it is dyed dark brown for an elegant finish. Thin and supple, it guarantees a streamlined look for your shoes. - Supplied with a travel pouch for each shoe, in a box made of paper from FSC-certified forests.