The Snowdon Boot... Documenting the Front Line
Wartime and documentary photographer Sebastiano Tomada, Italian born educated in America, reminisces why his Crockett & Jones Snowdon boots are his go to footwear in his select kit.
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Last 228 is a Main Line last, with a medium round toe and generous toe depth. Dating back to the mid 50’s the last was developed to be used for country walking shoes and boots.
See The Last GuideFor exact delivery charges, please contact your preferred Crockett & Jones retail shop. Delivery charges will vary according to the shipping destination, size and weight of your parcel. Crockett & Jones offer a full exchange or money-back guarantee on all unworn goods returned to us within 3 months of the purchase date along with a valid receipt. However, shoes showing any evidence of being worn, including scuffed soles, are not eligible for return. Please note that we cannot refund the cost of postage.
Delivery & ReturnsCrockett & Jones only uses the finest leathers available. With the correct care and attention your shoes will age well, taking on a greater depth of colour and character that only time can produce. We recommend following our shoe care guidelines regularly. Leather uppers require regular treatment with a good-quality wax polish to protect the leather and give a high shine finish. This should help to prolong the life of the uppers and maintain their appearance. For full details of how to care for your Crockett & Jones shoes, including a video guide, please refer to our Shoe Care section.
Find out moreProduced in January 1954. Last 228 is a Main Collection last, with a medium round toe and generous toe depth. Dating back to the mid 50s, the last was developed to be used for country walking shoes and boots. In 2015, last 228 cemented itself into Crockett & Jones’s legacy, when Radnor in Black Calf appeared in James Bond’s SPECTRE. The rugged Commando sole that often accompanies models made on this last is quite firm during the initial wear. With the outdoor nature of this boot, when fitting, bear in mind that you may want to wear heavier weight socks.
The Veldtschoen construction method is our most water-resistant method of producing welted shoes & boots. By turning the waxed upper leather outwards and over the welt that is stitched to the leather lining, we conceal the feather line, allowing for excess water to run away without penetrating the boots.
Heavy weight, high quality rubber sole. Traditionally used on high leg Derby boots.
All Goodyear-welted shoes & boots are 100% made in Northampton, England. Slippers & Driving shoes are outsourced to specialist manufacturers.
Last 228 is a Main Line last, with a medium round toe and generous toe depth. Dating back to the mid 50’s the last was developed to be used for country walking shoes and boots.
Crockett & Jones offers a full refurbishment service for its Goodyear welted shoes and boots through all retail shops and stockists.