Oak Bark Tanned Insole
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Est. ~$95 · check retailer for current price
Due to the recent closure of the JR Rendenbach tannery in Germany we now currently use English Oak Bark leather.We remove and replace the old cork footbed, remove all of the old stitches from the welt and replace the leather heel blocks if they are damaged.Finishing is done using traditional methods and tools, the leather uppers are cleaned, treated and polished. Available with optional Lulu steel toe plates
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1 review · Gentleman's Gazette
Amara selected J.R. Soles for their ideal balance of flexibility, stiffness, and structural support. The reviewer notes that oak bark tanned leather is essential for bespoke shoes due to its combination of stiffness and softness that molds to the foot.
- Right amount of flexibility and stiffness
- Structural support
- Natural oak bark tanning process
- Molds to foot over time
- Works well with cork filling underneath
- More expensive than lower quality alternatives
- Takes longer in manufacturing process
