During times of war, due to a large and urgent military demand, the military would ask excellent local shoe manufacturers to help produce military shoes. From a different perspective, it can also be considered a recognition of the military's hard power towards these brands. And those selected brands will also integrate the experience and elements gained from the war into their shoes and sink into the lives of ordinary people in their subsequent development. Some friends may think that military background is just a selling point and has no practical effect, but in fact, military action requires direct and durable design. Therefore, if you want to choose a pair of durable leather shoes, looking at the military background is always the right choice.

I think the military style of SANDERS is quite representative. It was born before World War I and was favored by the British army for its excellent workmanship and quality. Every week, it produces 6000 pairs of military shoes to support the battlefield. The relationship between SANDERS and the British military has not been severed since then. Later, not only did they continue to produce leather shoes for law enforcement agencies such as the police, but they also developed the popular Military Collection Japan branch line in Japan, specifically replicating military shoes from World War I and World War II. For example, this pair of Broad Arrow Apron Derby, codenamed 1137, is based on MOD (Ministry of Defense) shoes from the past, made of military grade polished calf leather, and paired with an Ithide wear-resistant outsole (which provided military soles for British special forces during World War II). The "military element" can be said to run through the entire pair of shoes.

When it comes to military shoes, why not mention everyone's Red Wing? Compared to SANDERS, it is much more hardcore. Initially, Red Wing made shoes for the working class, pursuing protection and durability. Unexpectedly, with the outbreak of World War I, these advantages made Red Wing the most important military shoe manufacturer for the US military. After experiencing the benefits of the Red Wing during World War I, the US military fell in love with it and continued to advance in World War II. Upon careful consideration, it seems that the legendary status of the Red Wing is closely related to its outstanding performance in the war. I usually talk to everyone about Red Wing shoes, which are quite tough, so I want to talk about something different this time. Let's take a look at a slightly more "elegant" shoe style. This Mil-1 Blucher Oxford is made using the last type Mil-1 developed for the US military, which provides ample space for the feet to move around and ensures comfort when wearing. The soles with badge details, delicate and glossy leather, easily evoke the look of those officers getting on their feet at that time.

Just now, I mentioned that Red Wing was the main manufacturer of military shoes for the US military during World War I and World War II. Friends who are familiar with leather shoes may know that during the war, Alden was a military shoe manufacturer at the same time as Red Wing. However, Alden was mainly responsible for officer level military shoes, and the styles were relatively few. However, this does not prevent Alden from impressing us with comfort and quality. At this point, please shift your gaze to Alden's Plain Toe Boot, which is worth mentioning not only for its surface horseshoe leather, but also for its 379X last. Quietly tell everyone, this is a "hidden last shape", why? Because on Alden's last shape diagram, this military last shape cannot be seen. Compared to the classic Barrier last, it has a slightly narrower waistline and a more rounded toe. So many friends who like this last shape are drawn to its military flavor.