The Hedeby boot is derived from the "Stepping through Time, Archaeological Footwear from Prehistoric Times until 1800" and is classified as a Thong Fastening (type 10).  Found in Germany and dating from 11th  and 12th centuries, it is representative of many similar types of shoes dating from 900 to 1460.  The later the period, the lower the social class of the wearer. The Hedeby  shoe or boot  is the perfect generic Medieval shoe.

The pattern of the shoe is almost exact, with a few minor changes for modern comfort.  Each of these shoes is made of 3 to 4 oz cow hide leather or equivalent, comes with artificial mid-soles, crepe soles, all sewing is machine overstitched, and the top edge is hand whip stitched with linen thread.  This shoe is almost always in stock! The Hedeby Shoe is not recommended for fighting or wild activity. 

Available in Men's Sizes 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and Women's sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.  The Hedeby Boot comes in Brown only and is $125.  This shoe is available in custom sizes and colors for $210.

The Viking Jorvik Boot

The Jorvik shoe or "York shoe" is also from "Stepping through Time, Archaeological Footwear from Prehistoric Times until 1800" and is similar to the Dorestad shoe and is classified as an Overlap Closure (type 20). Found on both the British Island and the European Continent dates from the 9th and 10th centuries.  The Viking Jorvik Boot is the best representation of Dark Ages footwear.

The pattern of the shoe is almost exact, with a few minor changes for modern comfort.  Each of these shoes is made of 3 to 4 oz top grain cow hide leather or equivalent, artificial mid-soles, crepe soles, all sewing is machine overstitched, and the toggles are held by laces looped through holes in the side of the shoe.  This shoe is almost always in stock! 

Available in Men's Sizes 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and Women's sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.  The Viking Jorvik Boot comes in Brown only and is $145.  The Jorvic is available in custom sizes and colors for $210.

14th Century Poulaine Type .4

Found in "Shoes and Pattens" by the Museum of London and "Stepping Through Time" by Olaf Goubitz, Carol van Driel-Murry and Willy Groenman-van Waateringe this shoe is common nobles shoe for the 14th Century.  There are five different length of point as described in "Shoes and Pattens", 0 being a rounded toe and .5 being grossly exaggeratedly long points.  The 14th Century Poulaine, Poulain, or pike-toed shoe is a great medieval shoe.

The poulaine is constructed of 2.5 to 3 oz top-grain cowhide leather, brass buckles,  crepe sole, artificial mid-soles, and all sewing is machine overstitched.  The poulaine should not be used for fighting.  This shoe is always in stock!

Available in Men's Sizes 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and Women's sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.  The 14th Century Poulaine Type .4 comes in Black only and is $65. The 14th Century Poulaine custom made in any color or size is $125.

Mary Rose Shoe

Based on shoes found in the Tudor era shipwreck, the Mary Rose, and on many shoes pictured in "Stepping through Time," The Mary Rose shoe is representative of men's shoes worn about 1530 to 1600 and is the perfect Tudor or renaissance shoe.  This shoe features a laced closure and a square toe as well as hard rubber heel.

The Mary Rose Shoe is constructed of 2.5 to 3 oz top-grain cowhide leather, leather laces,  crepe sole, artificial mid-soles,  hard rubber heel, and all sewing is machine overstitched.  This shoe is always in stock!

Available in Men's Sizes 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and Women's sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.  The Mary Rose Shoe comes in Black only and is $65. The Mary Rose Shoe custom made in any color or size is $125.

Persian Low Point Shoe

Found in many Middle Eastern and Eastern illuminations this shoe is also called a Man-pan.

The Persian Low Point Shoe is constructed of 2.5 oz top-grain cowhide leather,  crepe sole, artificial mid-soles, optional leather laces, and sewing is machine overstitched or hand done.  This shoe should not be used for fighting.  This shoe is always in stock!

Available in Gold or Black Women's sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.  The Persian Low Point shoe is $95.  The Persian Low Point Shoe custom made in any color or size is $125.

Persian High Point Shoe

Found in many Middle Eastern and Eastern illuminations this shoe is popular with dancers.  The Persian High Point Shoe is constructed of 2.5 oz top-grain cowhide leather,  crepe sole, artificial mid-soles, optional leather laces, and sewing is machine overstitched or hand done.  This shoe should not be used for fighting.