Leather shoes with simple toggle closure of the early Middle Ages
In the early Middle Ages, the toggle closure was used for shoes and boots and became a widely used closure technique during that time. This simple closure ensured that the shoe could be worn comfortably as well as securely and for a long time. The simple toggle closure was also popular with the Vikings as it was quick and easy to use. Finds of similar Viking shoes can still be seen in museums today.
Our offered early medieval shoes with toggle closure are made of cowhide leather. They have a leather insole and a sturdy outsole, also made of leather, which was nailed to the shoe. On the side is a toggle closure, which allows the shoe to adjust well to your own foot.
Details early medieval shoes with toggle closure:
Upper: leather
cover sole: leather
Outsole: leather
Upper leather thickness: ca. 2 mm
Outsole thickness: ca. 5 mm
Color: dark brown
Fitting: We recommend that you keep the shoes on for about 10-15 minutes while trying them on indoors (not outdoors). It is normal for the leather shoes to feel a little tight at first. After this short wearing time, the leather will soften a bit and the feeling will be more comfortable.
Shoe size: the shoes usually fit normal, so the usual street shoe size should fit. However, this information serves only as a recommendation, as various factors such as insoles, thick socks or a wide foot can play a role in this. If you have very wide feet, we recommend you to choose one size larger.
Scope of delivery: 1 pair of early medieval shoes with toggle closure
