The Derby Boots
Dark brown waxed
329 €
In stock
249 €
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- Hard-wearing leather that ages gracefully
- Ultra-durable Itshide outsole
- Watertight solid Goodyear stormwelt
Dark brown waxed
Rebooted
Your feet’s most loyal allies
Here’s what you had to say about the derby boots out there that didn’t cut it.
1
The leather didn’t hold up
2
The outsole came off
3
The laces weren’t strong enough
4
They weren’t comfortable
Boots with benefits
Form and function
Durable boots can be tricky to get right. You want them to be tough, practical and imposing, but also comfortable and good looking. Tough, but with finesse. Like Al Pacino in footwear. This means a lot of time at the drawing board. Like a lot a lot. You know what I mean? Or was that Joe Pesci. Anyway, creating a true boot with a sleek profile and tidy fit around the ankle is tough, but we think we got there. Here’s why.
A new lug sole version
This time round, we're offering you a lug sole version, exclusive in the dark brown waxed suede. It’s notched for added grip, seriously robust and adds an outdoorsy touch to a pair of boots mainly designed for city life. They’ll never let you down, even on wet pavements, but they also just look damn good that way.
Victorious sponge
Durable leather boots aren’t often the most comfortable things to nip about in, but ours may well buck that trend. You told us you wanted more comfort from your next pair of boots and we listened. The Derby Boots have a hidden layer of sponge in the insole that absorbs some of the shocks that any given the day may have in store for you. Comfortable and springy from the first time you pull them on.
It was a very Goodyear
The Goodyear storm welt... yep, certainly sounds impressive, and we’re pleased to report that it is. It’s a tried and tested shoe-making method — invented by one Mr Goodyear — that involves attaching the uppers to the sole using a water-resistant leather rim. Not only does it keep the rain out, but it makes things seriously hardy. Skilled craftsmanship at its best.
A stitch in time…
We love to refine our products, it’s a job that never ends, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s probably why you're here reading this. For this version of our Derby Boots we've opted for double-stitching on the upper inserts and triple-stitching at the front. Not only is it pretty easy on the eyes, it’s also more durable. So, all in all, more Asphalte.
Not all boots have the characterful quarters section on the heel cap, but it's a detail you asked us to keep hold of for the new version. Your boots, your call. And we agree, it adds a nice touch that sits just as well with smart outfits as it does with a pair of raw denim jeans.
Luscious leather
Our Derby Boots are crafted from durable Italian and Spanish leather. You have a choice of either full-grain pebbled for a textured look, or waxed leather option for deep character. They’re both tough and distinguished in equal measure and will develop their own unique patina over time.
Knot a problem
To make sure your laces don’t give up the ghost, we gave them a waxed finish, and opted for low-friction metal eyelets. This means less wear and tear. The result? You won’t be left clutching half a shoelace in despair, having just chinned yourself. Which we think’s a bonus.
Slippers in the city
Soft leathers and added cushioning make these Derby Boots your feet’s most faithful everyday servants. You'll be able to be on your feet all day without bursting into blisters or aches and pains. If fact, you might not want to sit down.
For eternity
From the choice of materials to each finishing touch, everything is designed to ensure that these Derby Boots will last you for years and years. What's more, the way we’ve constructed them means that when the sole’s worn down you just have to trot round to your local cobbler to have them resoled. Easy peasy, a solid investment.
All the production steps for your Derby Boots
What goes into making your Derby Boots? The materials have travelled a total of 24,039 km (14,937 miles) from field to doormat.
Leather sourcing
Farming cooperatives, Argentina (for the waxed version) Farming cooperatives, Spain (for the other versions)
Tanning, dyeing, finish
Sheepscar, UK (for the waxed version) Picusa, Spain (for the other versions)
Confection
Penha Portugal
Transport
Boat and road haulage
Environmental Impact
Our aim is to give you as much information as possible so you can make an informed decision before preordering. This includes the environmental impact of each pair of Derby Boots produce expressed in simple terms. There’s no point hiding from it:
29.6 kg
of CO2 emitted
The equivalent of 271.8 km (169miles) by car.
0.7 g
of phosphor released in the water
The equivalent of growing 11.5 kg of apples.
121.5 MJ
energy depletion
121.5 MJ energy depletion. The equivalent of 41 h of heating (in avg. flat).
NO SWEAT!
Delivery costs
We deliver worldwide, the cost of which is automatically calculated at checkout. For all deliveries to the UK, European Union countries, Switzerland and Norway we charge a flat fee of 9€. For other European countries we charge 15€, please check our FAQ for the full list of countries included. All other countries are charged at 25€.
Easy to change sizes
If you get the wrong size, fear not, we accept returns and exchanges. For orders in Europe these are free, and for countries, in the rest of the world we ask you to pay the return and we will take care of the cost of sending out an exchange. Just log into your Asphalte account and we’ll get that sorted.
IT’S A RISK-FREE INVESTMENT
Sure, we work hard on our products, but we won’t take it personally if, for whatever reason, you change your mind about the item you’ve preordered. We’re all friends here, you can be honest with us. So long as the item is in its original condition, with tags and packaging intact, you can send it back to us for a full refund. No worries.