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The Lining is the material used on the inside of the shoes which rests against the foot during wear.

Full Leather lining
This is regarded as the best finish to have, the complete interior of the shoe is lined with leather which gives comfort & absorbs the moisture given off from the foot during wear.

1/2 Leather lining
The fore part of the shoe has a cotton or linen lining & from the waist of the shoe back to the heel is leather.

What does origin mean?

The products on this website are made in various countries. The origin will tell you where the shoes were made.

Why is it important?

Where a shoe is made will tell you a lot about the quality and price you should expect to pay

UK

The best craftsmanship and quality welted shoes you can buy, for example Herring Premier, Church's, Cheaney come from the UK

Italy

The best place to get handmade moccasins made for Herring shoes

Portugal

Superb craftsmanship and quality at a very keen price, for example Herring Casual

EC

Superb craftsmanship and quality from anywhere in the European Community, for example some Loake shoes

Imported

Superb value range shoes usually made in India, for example some Loake shoes (L1) and some Herring Casual