A timeless icon since 1945, the Paraboot Michael shoe blends heritage craftsmanship with lasting style. Handmade in France using the Norwegian Welt technique, it features durable tumbled leather, a resilient rubber sole, and a comfortable insole. Designed with exceptional craftsmanship and quality at the forefront, it's a moccasin shoe made for daily wear, and can be resoled. Leather Upper, Piped Seams, Leather Lining, Rubber Sole, Branded Tab, Made in France, Style Code: 715603. The outer layer of the leather is protected with a powder substance to protect the leather during transit and storage. This is not removed at dispatch. It can easily be removed by using a damp cloth or clear wax polish. A signature shoe from French label Paraboot, Michael has been made using the same last since 1947. A rugged outdoor shoe crafted from a premium leather upper, the rubber commando sole features natural latex and a waterproof Norwegian welt construction - Norwegian Welt is the term used to define the two rows of stitching that securely hold the leather upper, welt and sole or midsole together. With the construction technique renowned for both reliability and comfort this iteration is completed with two eyelet detailing and a minimalist Paraboot logo on the medial sidewall.