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Men's Leather Baroque Latchet Shoes
Are you looking for reliable and authentic footwear for your 17th-century costume? These hand-sewn leather shoes with a rounded toe and an instep strap featuring a brass buckle will give you the perfect historical look. Although this model was originally designed at a customer's request for a Landsknecht costume, its cut much more accurately corresponds to the men's fashion of the Thirty Years' War and the early Baroque period. Honest cowhide leather guarantees a long lifespan, while the thoughtfully designed leather sole, glued with profiled anti-slip rubber, keeps you firmly on your feet even in the most demanding terrain. Step onto the battlefield, LARP, or historical ball with the confidence and style of a true cavalier. Further product information ...
Men's Leather Baroque Latchet Shoes With Brass Buckle Strap
Historical Context And Safety Features
During the 17th century, men's footwear began to change—soft, flat shoes were gradually replaced by sturdier footwear with a hard sole and heel. Fastening via a leather strap over the instep (the latchet style) was among the most popular styles for soldiers, musketeers, and burghers across Europe. This model of historical shoes is sewn using the traditional flexible shoemaking method, which guarantees high elasticity and durability of the joint between the upper and the sole. However, for a modern fencer and re-enactor, a smooth leather sole is highly dangerous on wet grass or castle cobblestones. Therefore, both the sole and the low heel are masterfully under-glued with a thick layer of patterned rubber, giving you absolute stability and secure footing during dynamic fencing.
Technical Parameters Of The Baroque Shoes
| Shoe Type | Men's historical latchet shoes with an instep strap |
| Upper Material | Genuine cowhide leather |
| Lining | The front part of the shoe is unlined for greater flexibility |
| Outsole and Heel | Leather fitted with a thick layer of anti-slip shoemaker's rubber |
| Construction | The upper and sole are connected by a flexible stitched seam |
| Fastening Method | A single leather strap with a rectangular brass buckle |
| Available Colours | Black (pictured) or brown |
| Manufacturing | High-quality hand-made by a Czech cobbler |
Sizes And Custom Tailoring
This popular model is available in standard EU sizes. If you have an atypically wide foot, an unusually high instep, or simply demand absolute comfort, we also offer custom tailoring. Just select the custom variant when choosing your size, and carefully fill out our measurement chart after submitting your order. If you wear orthopaedic insoles and plan to use them in these shoes, it is absolutely essential to send them to us in advance. The manufacturer will precisely and functionally integrate them directly into the footbed so you are guaranteed maximum comfort.
Leather Care
Leather is a living material that dries out and cracks without regular care. These shoes are treated with a beeswax balm during production. After each event, clean the mud off and grease them with a high-quality leather balm or cobbler's oil. This softens the leather, waterproofs it, and gives it a beautiful patina. Scuffs from fencing duels can be easily covered with standard shoe polish in the matching colour. When the footwear gets wet, stuff it with old newspaper and let it dry very slowly at room temperature. Never dry the boots on a radiator, close to a fire, or in harsh summer sunlight!
Recommended Accessories
To achieve an absolutely perfect period look and prevent blisters, we highly recommend purchasing historical knitted socks and an elegant leather belt with a brass buckle in the same style to accompany these shoes.
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