商品描述
Professor.E - E Derby Type 1
US7 – US12 (No Half Sizes)
Only 20 pairs will be produced.
Please note that each pair is Handmade to Order.
We recommend choosing your True to Size.
As this is a custom made product, we do not accept returns or size exchanges.
Delivery times may vary depending on demand.
*CURRENT ESTIMATED DELIVERY: BEFORE 2026/4/30
DETAILS
The upper is constructed using the traditional hand sewn welted technique that dates back to the 17th century. Each stitch is sewn by hand to secure the leather upper to the last, resulting in superior fit and comfort.
The toe features a subtle upward curve, giving the shoe a slightly more substantial silhouette compared to standard dress shoes. This added volume allows the design to pair effortlessly with a wide range of trousers, from denim and chinos to wider workwear and military cuts.
The last is based on an original 1950s military wooden last, originally designed to meet the needs of soldiers who required footwear that was both durable and comfortable for long periods of wear.
The leather is made from the rare culatta section of horsehide, taken from the hindquarters of the animal, one of the most resilient and dense parts due to the horse’s constant movement. Through an intense shrinking and milling process, each pair develops its own distinct grain and texture, ensuring no two pairs are exactly alike.
This E Derby Type 1 was co-developed and crafted by Archetype.
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About Archetype
Archetype was established in 2023 as an extension of Dr. Sole, led by Luker, who focuses on crafting footwear that embodies both rusticity and durability through traditional shoemaking techniques.
The brand philosophy is “the typically shoes made untypically”, insisting on using traditional materials and processes to create classic footwear that is rugged yet refined.
Most of our lasts are derived from vintage military boot lasts from the 1940s–50s, presenting the ideal archaic silhouette we envision.
We value the natural character of genuine leather, preserving its inherent “imperfections” so that the material’s authenticity and beauty can emerge naturally.