Crafted with precision, the Ernest wholecut derby shoes combine traditional craftsmanship and modern design. Made from premium Oak Bark tanned English calf leather, these handmade shoes feature a unique asymmetric design with a natural Lactae Hevea sole for comfort and durability. Each pair showcases a meticulous hand-stitched construction process that reflects the heritage of Northampton's renowned shoe-making expertise, ensuring a versatile addition to any sophisticated wardrobe.
From the brand: Asymmetric wholecut derby design
Hand cut, lasted, welted and sole stitched
J. & F. J. Baker Oak Bark Tanned English calf
Handmade in Northampton, England
Natural Lactae Hevea Sole
Ltd availability due to crafting time
The Ernest wholecut is the first of our hand welted collection, made in collaboration with our sister brand, E Woodford & Sons. Every sneaker is lasted and stitched completely by hand in our Northampton Factory using English Oak Bark tanned leather and components.
The Upper is hand lasted by pins to a channeled insole; a double welt is then hand stitched to create a sidewall and lower welt. Cork is applied along with a through and Lactae Hevea sole, which is hand stitched in place to the lower welt.
The process has taken years from design to completion. It is our re-engineering of traditional methods of shoe making by artisans like our owner Chris Woodford's great grandfather, Ernest. The welted method of shoe making built Northampton’s renowned reputation as the ‘shoe capital of the world’ and we are proud to continue it.
