GOODYEAR WELT CONSTRUCTION
The Goodyear Welt construction is traditionally used because it allows for comfort, durability, and the ability to be resoled. A strip of leather, know as the welt, is sewn to edge of the upper and midsole. Before sewing the final outsole to complete the shoe, the cavity between the outsole and midsole is filled with cork, which serves as a cushion and a way for the shoe to “breathe.” Because of this cork layer in the midsole, the footbed retains the shape of the wearer’s foot, improving fit and comfort. Over time, when the sole wears out, the welt can be undone and a new sole is attached back to the welt, without disturbing the imprinted leather and cork midsole.
CAREFUL STITCHING
Paying attention to the smallest details in sewing is proven to help improve longevity in a boot. We select the perfect gauge thread for each of our unique uppers and use various reinforcements throughout the stitching process. Classic folding and hidden stitch techniques in our silhouettes contribute to function and creativity in each of our products.
HAND LASTING
All quality boots are built around a carefully crafted foot shaped model known as a “last. " It is the last that gives a boot its fit characteristics and shape. The quality of the lasting, and the time that each upper spends on the last, is crucial in giving all our Santa Rosa products a carefully constructed finished product.
HAND FINISHING
Every one of our products goes through the many steps of handcrafted production, with the finishing process consuming the majority of the effort and time. Each one of our styles is hand-finished and rigorously combed over and tested for any flaws, with proper care, our products will wear beautifully over time.