Product description
These ankle-high shoes are based on archaeological finds from Schleswig and Konstanz in Germany, among other places, and are suitable for the period between approximately 1100 and 1400 AD. They belong to the ‘turning shoe’ type, a common shoe model in the Middle Ages. The name ‘turning shoe’ refers to the way they were made: the shoe was initially sewn together inside out. Only after the upper leather was attached to the sole was the entire shoe turned over. This ensured that the seams were on the inside, which reduced wear and made the shoe more comfortable. This technique makes the turning shoe a historically authentic choice for reenactment or medieval festivals. Please note: historical leather soles are not suitable for modern surfaces such as asphalt and gravel, the shoes will wear out quickly if you walk on them for a long time.