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The Longfellow is a bit dressier than most other Epaulet Sewn by Hand models. They're built for a pair of Walt or Rudy trousers, but if you beat them up, they could be an unexpected match for a pair of raw denim jeans as well. Either way, the Longfellow showcases a litany of classical features: a lower vamp, beaded welt, antiqued welt-stain, and a combination kiltie /buckle. Any one of these features would not make the shoe alone, but together the combination is tremendous.
Like all Epaulet Sewn by Hand, the toe is hand-stitched and a padded footbed runs along the interior; and, if the sole wears out, a cobbler can easily replace it. This shoe is fully lined with soft glove calfskin and made up in dark brown Horween chromexcel.
CHROMEXCEL LEATHER
Chromexcel is produced by Horween Leather in Chicago, a family-run tannery that dates back to 1905. It's produced using a bark retannage from a proprietary recipe, and then genuine hot stuffed with a blend of natural oils and greases. The resulting "pull-up" leather yields a rich, deep finish with very subtle shade variations. It breaks in easily, shines up brilliantly, and is incredibly long-lasting.
MOCCASIN CONSTRUCTION
Epaulet Sewn by Hand footwear uses genuine moccasin construction. With this, a continuous piece of leather forms a secure bond around your foot. It's an intricate process that requires extensive hand-labor and years of experience. But the result is well worth it. With true moccasin construction, the shoe can easily mold to the exact contours of your foot - yielding a final product that's extremely comfortable and satisfying to wear.
SIZING
Epaulet Sewn by Hand shoes run generally true to size. However, as they feature handsewn moccasin construction, they will conform to your feet. It's important to consider how you'll wear them.
If you intend to mostly wear your shoes or boots with thin socks or barefoot, we'd recommend ordering 1/2 size down from your typical dress shoe size. This would be roughly equivalent to our sizing recommendations for the Alden Barrie & Tru-Balance lasts. So, if you typically wear a 10D in dress shoes, order a 9.5D. The majority of our customers choose to do this.
If you intend to wear your shoes or boots with substantial socks, then we recommend ordering true to size. This would be roughly equivalent to the Alden Leydon and Aberdeen lasts. So, if you typically wear a 10D in dress shoes, order a 10D.
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