Stamping helps eliminate errors
The pieces of leather required for shoemaking are cut out and marked during the stamping stage in order to prevent confusion later on. They are…
Shoe Production
Shoes are built during the assembling stage
Assembling constitutes the core component of the shoemaking process. This stage involves building a premium, Goodyear-welted men's shoe from a number of materials. First, the…
Shoemaking involves multiple stages of processing
Back in the day, shoemakers were solely responsible for each stage of the shoemaking process. Today, quality shoes are made using a nesting manufacturing process.…
Shoe lasts lay the groundwork for a good shoe
Shoe lasts lay the groundwork for quality men's shoes. Perfectly fitting shoes can only be made with the use of a perfect last. Shoe lasts…
A detailed look at shoe construction
Up to 30 individual parts can be used to make a shoe. Shoe construction has hardly changed since the 19th century. Premium shoes are made…
Recognizing quality shoes
Choicetively high price and a designer label do not necessarily guarantee shoe quality. Below we have included a few tips for separating the wheat from…
Shoe production method determine shoe character
Whether sturdy and waterproof or sophisticated and flexible, a shoe takes on desired qualities through the production method used. The method selected determines how the…
Producing leather for shoe uppers and lining
Hair and impurities are removed from animal hides, preparing the hides for tanning. Thorough cleaning is of the utmost priority. Only the highest-quality hides are…
Finishing the Leather for Shoes
Finishing the leather is the final stage of leather production. As the name would suggest, this takes place in the finishing shop. This is where…