Viking Leather Boots Jorvik EU 38 - Outlet

Viking Leather Boots Jorvik EU 38 – Brown Ankle Shoes with Toggle Fastening

Detailed Description of the Viking Boots

These shoes are made from tough yet supple natural leather that adapts to the shape of your foot with wear. Construction-wise, they are based on historical footwear patterns worn across Northern Europe. The upper reaches the ankle, providing sufficient support without restricting movement during running or fencing.

An interesting and historically accurate feature is the two-toggle fastening, which threads through leather loops on the outer side of the boot. This system is ingeniously simple – you can easily tighten the boots even whilst wearing gloves or with frozen fingers, and there is no risk of a lace coming undone in the middle of a duel. The heel is reinforced to help the boot maintain its shape and prevent chafing.

Sole and Traction:
The bottom of the boot consists of a leather sole fitted with small metal hobnails in the heel and toe areas. This design increases the sole's resistance to abrasion and significantly improves grip on natural terrain.

Historical Context: Footwear from Jorvik

The city of York (Old Norse: Jórvík) was a thriving centre of trade and craft during Viking rule in England. Excavations at Coppergate revealed hundreds of shoes, evidencing the high skill level of local cobblers. Boots with side toggle fastenings were typical for this period and region. They served commoners and warriors alike, and their design was so functional that it was used in various forms for centuries.

How to Care for Your Leather Boots

To ensure your boots serve you for many seasons, give them a little love:

• Cleaning: Remove mud and dirt with a damp cloth or soft brush after every event.
• Drying: Never dry the boots near a direct heat source (radiator, fire). The leather could crack and harden. Stuff them with newspaper and let them dry at room temperature.
• Greasing: Regularly treat the leather with a high-quality leather balm or beeswax (e.g., Sno-Seal). This increases water resistance and keeps the leather supple.
• Sole: Check the condition of the nails in the sole. If you walk often on hard surfaces (asphalt, concrete), they may wear down faster.

Safety Warning

Since the sole is made of leather and equipped with metal nails, these boots are not suitable for walking on modern smooth surfaces (tiles, parquet, linoleum, marble). On such floors, the boots will be very slippery, and the nails may scratch the flooring. The boots are primarily designed for outdoor terrain (grass, forest, dirt).

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