Product description
These shoes are accurate reconstructions of models discovered in the Viking settlement of Haithabu (also known as Hedeby), near present-day Schleswig in Germany, and date from between 900 and 1150 AD. The design is characteristic of the early Middle Ages in Northern Europe, featuring a higher shaft that is laced both above and below the ankle. A notable feature is the raised heel, typical of footwear from this region and era. In the construction of turnshoes, the upper leather was stitched to the sole using needle and thread. The shoe was then turned inside out so that the seams were neatly hidden on the inside, providing protection against wear. These shoes are ideal for early medieval reenactment.
Details:
Material: vegetable tanned cowhide, brass buckles
Upper leather: approx. 1 mm
Soles: approx. 4 mm
Colour: light brown
Sizes: 40-47
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 1000 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Maintenance & care
Just as with weaponry, you can care for your shoes and leatherware by applying a little Ballistol after cleaning. This prevents the leather from drying out.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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