The Dark Oak Roughout article is the perfect combination of a heavier-weight leather with a soft, forgiving characteristic. This is a true roughout article, meaning it is full-grain leather, but leather is turned inside out, using the flesh side for the surface. Since the full-grain side is still intact, the leather has its structure and strength while offering the waxed suede texture for the unmatched character.
Variations of the Chelsea boot have been a staple worldwide for nearly two centuries. This slip-on pattern dates back to the early 1800s as a riding boot, which is how it originally earned the 'Paddock boot' name. Only in the mid-1900s, when the boot was popular in England, was it referred to as a Chelsea, a district in southwest London.
This pattern carries over to multiple categories. It's easily dressed up or down, and in certain parts of the world, it's a preferred style for work boots, given the closed pattern and slip-on practicality.
The Grant Stone Chelsea is a combination of these categories. The goal was to find a balance between the Western and refined look. It will fit the bill as the work-horse boot or the daily commuter. Most importantly, we used strong, proven components to ensure longevity.
The UK last fits half a size large and has a fuller fit throughout, similar to our Leo last.
Variation is expected as this article is the antithesis of a cookie-cutter article.
- Goodyear-welt construction
- Oiled/Waxed Roughout from Charles F. Stead
- Full-grain kip leather lining
- Double-sided gore
- 360º flat welt
- Vegetable-tanned leather insole, welt, and midsole
- Cork filler with steel shank
- Full-grain leather heel counters
- Rubber lug outsole
Every pair crafted on Xiamen Island, China
