Reviving the iconic US Navy N-1 Field Shoe, the Craft Boondocker merges historical design with modern comfort. Constructed from full-grain water buffalo leather, this durable 6-inch boot features a cushioned cork and leather insole for enhanced support. Its unique almond toe allows for natural collapse over time, achieving a collector-worthy chiselled profile. Ideal for both urban and rugged environments, this boot effortlessly blends strength and style for everyday versatility.
From the brand: Built from the bones of history, The Craft Boondocker is our modern revival of the US Navy’s iconic N-1 Field Shoe — the boot that served through the grit of World War II. Using a genuine 1941 Mississippi Shoe Company last as our foundation, we spent months refining its ergonomics and redrawing period-correct USMC patterns to create a boot that honors its military DNA yet feels unmistakably modern underfoot.
Cut from full-grain 1.8–2.0 mm water buffalo leather and finished with a vegetable-tanned Goodyear welt, the Boondocker pairs timeless strength with day-one comfort. Its unstructured almond toe collapses naturally with wear, developing the chiselled profile prized by collectors. Underfoot, a layered cork and leather system cushions each step, while our proprietary Anvil Heritage sole provides grip, flexibility, and resilience through every season.
From field to street, this 6-inch boot carries the raw authenticity of a wartime workhorse — rebuilt with materials and craftsmanship worthy of a new generation.
Materials:
Type:
Full-grain water buffalo
Thickness:
1.8 to 2.0 mm
Tannage:
Roughout treated with waxes at the tannery
Patina Potential:
High
Cleaning
Brush off dirt with a soft bristle brush
Use a damp rag to wipe down
Let dry naturally
Conditioning:
If you want to restore the wax finish infused at the tannery
Craft & Glory Conditioner for Waxed and Aniline Based Leathers
