The Goodyear SF-01 Sneakers in Horween Shell Cordovan
The ultimate sneaker they said... that was the objective..
We thought we had done it with the SF-01 v3, and in some ways, we might have. But if we are speaking of the next level of a product here - then there was one step left to go... the forever sneaker.
Attempted by many, never quite perfected - a sneaker inspired by dress shoes, complete with a construction that allows it to be re-soled and allows for the upper to remain useful far beyond the Margom cup sole which cushions it. The forever sneaker also needed an upper made of something quite special; something that will last forever - a forever leather if you will... Horween Shell Cordovan.
After months of research and exploration, we found our answers in a small workshop in Corridonia, Italy (in the Marche region) where a master artisan has developed an aesthetically pleasing Goodyear construction for sneakers that has allowed us to make it real. What this means is that the construction follows modified patterns of the famed Goodyear construction method so that the upper is attached in a way that protects it and removes the need for the use of glue when attaching the sole which can be changed when required.
This special limited edition pair comes with one added set of coloured Margom cup-soles included so that when they are ready to be re-soled, the soles are ready and most able cobblers will be able to complete the process with ease.
##Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Corridonia, Italy is a small family owned and operated atelier that has been making exceptional footwear with a focus on quality and construction since 1905. Excellence in shoemaking has been an obsession and never-ending quest that has spanned three generations of this family. As skills are passed from generation to generation there is an insistence to remain in-touch with developments in technology to ensure that both worlds, old and new are always respected in order to achieve the highest quality, most comfortable and longest lasting purpose built shoes. Currently led by the granddaughter of the founder, it was clear from our first interaction that this team of masters fully understood our raison d'etre at Archibald and relished an opportunity to work with us and allow more people to experience the difference their expertise and craft can make in terms of end-product.
##Each upper is formed from a single piece of Horween shell cordovan leather.
Formed from the hindquarters of a horse, our shell cordovan, produced by the infamous Horween tannery in the USA, is tanned, stuffed, shaved and polished for over six months before being immersed in vegetable liquors, only part of the extensive tanning process. Resistant to water and stretching, shell cordovan is robust. Where other leathers crease, it ripples. Shell cordovan is rare and it is reflected in its price. It is commonly known as the forever leather due to
##Located in Corridonia, Montegranaro, Italy is a small family owned and operated atelier that has been making exceptional footwear with a focus on quality and construction since 1905.
Excellence in shoemaking has been an obsession and never-ending quest that has spanned three generations. As skills are passed from generation to generation there is an insistence to remain in-touch with developments in technology to ensure that both worlds, old and new, are always respected in order to achieve the highest quality, most comfortable and longest lasting purpose built shoes. There is a beauty in the balance between passion and practicality.
• Handmade in Corridonia, Italy
• Upper: Hand-cut and stitched Horween Shell Cordovan
• Construction: Modified Goodyear (sneakers can be more easily re-soled so the upper is protected with no risk of tearing with glue. Note a sidewall stitch will still be necessary)
• Model: SF-01 v3
• Width: Accommodates from narrow up to 2E
• Unisex
• High-grade durable Margom soles, Made in Italy (including x1 extra set)
• Use a horsehair brush to remove any dust
• Polish in small circles with a cotton cloth to restore a soft shine
• Designed by the Styleforum Community
