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Talbot's Medieval Knee Boots
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Product Options
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- Sturdy construction in top quality leather
- Style based on original 14th c. finds artwork in Gaston Phebus'
"The Book of the Hunt"
- Designed as a fine compromise between authenticity, function and cost by longtime expert in medieval accessories, Doug Strong of Talbots.
- Each pair is complete with 7 Brass Buckles per boot cast from
period originals
- Extra thick soles for durability
- Substantial, but pliable leather for that medieval, "hand tanned" period look
- Available in Black and Golden Brown
- Sizes 4 - 14 - based on Mens sizes (women order 2 sizes smaller)
- Optional Vibram rubber sole (+$35) for better traction
- Price- $224.95
About Our Medieval Knee Boots
At last, a proper 14th century knee boot! Tall boots appear artistically for the first time in the second half of the 14th century as part of the “working wardrobe” of huntsmen. By the end of the century, the had been adopted by the nobility for wearing on the hunt themselves. The boots continued to grow taller, as the cotehardie/doublet grew shorter, until they became a popular fashion for well-dressed men at court in the early decades of the 15th century and throughout the next century.
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Most ready to order tall boots on the market today are really simplified 15th century designs that reenactors "fudge" for the 14th century. We wanted to do better than that. Named for the famed Gaston Phebus Huntbook, one of the first sources to show tall boots, our knee high boots are based on a design that would have been popular from the 1370s throughout the early 15th century. Made of a durable but supple leather that requires no painful breaking in, these boots hug and shape the leg, and have a slightly pointed toe. They buckle shut on the outside of the leg with brass buckles (seven buckles on each boot) that have been cast off of period originals. They are strongly stitched with a welted seam up the back - a superior, and distinctly medieval stitching method not seen on other, off-the-rack boots!
The end result is a product that we believe is more historically accurate, durable and aesthetically pleasing to anything else available “off the rack” today. We're really excited at how well these turned out, and invite you to come see what makes these boots so special for yourself. Our new Medieval Knee Boots are currently available in black and golden brown, whole sizes 6-14 based on Mens shoe sizes. Women should order 2 sizes smaller.
(Note: We have made one concession to modern feet in the nailed sole, which, while anachronistic, provides a thicker sole and more supportive boot. It is also ideal for mounting a high-traction sole vibram for customers engaging in SCA or reenactment combat. The brass buckles allows a secure and comfortable fit through the leg and foot. As many modern feet are not used to the softness of period shoes we recommend choosing a size larger than you normally would so as to have plenty of room to add a modern insole. Also, for those needing more support we strongly recommend adding the vibram sole option to your boots. Please note that boots with vibram soles added take an additional 7-14 days to ship and cannot be shipped via expedited methods, such as Fed Ex. The addition of the vibram sole makes the boots a custom ordered item and cannot be returned or exchanged.
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About Talbot's Premium Footwear Line
Every clothes-horse knows the accessory makes the person; and every reenactor knows that that a beautiful recreation of a period wardrobe immediately falls flat when completed with a pair of moccasins or motor-cycle boots. But for many years, this is all that was available. When Doug created Talbot's Fine Accessories one of his specific goals was getting periods shoes onto people's feet. For years he was a cobbler to the masses, offering affordable turn shoes and nailed boots based on turn shoe patterns. As a teacher, his how-tos were widely distributed and many other North American makers of medieval shoes learned their craft from Doug. In fact, our old shoe line was based a design by one of Doug's students and adapted from one of his earlier patterns. It's truly a small world!
In developing Revival Clothing's premium shoe line Doug has sought to design products that are quintessential examples of a particular period, well-constructed, comfortable and yet-still affordable. No small task, but we think he has succeeded beyond our expectations. We are proud to say that these are the best medieval boots and shoes we have ever offered.
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Our Medieval Knee Boots worn with our Wool Cotte , Wool Hood, Decorated Belt, Braies and Wool Chauses
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Above: Detailed views of our Medieval Knee Boots in Golden Brown
Top Right: detail of the bottom nailed sole of our boots
Left and Bottom Right: two views of our optional vibram sole
Left: Our Wool Doublet in Burgundy worn with 15th c. Shirt, 15th c. Braies, Cotton Joined Hose in Dark Blue, Knee Boots, Chaperone Hat and Decorated Belt.
Right: Our Houpplelande in Dark Green Tapestry worn with a Linen Kirtle in Red.
Size Chart
Please note measurements are approximate from outside of boot. Boots are made of supple leather and therefor accommodate varying foot widths within a range. We have found that sizes run pretty true to modern sizes. In general, modern feet are not used to the softness of period shoes so we recommend choosing a size larger than you normally would so as to have plenty of room to add a modern insole. For those needing maximum support we strongly recommend adding the vibram sole option to your boots. Please note that boots with vibram soles added take an additional 7-10 days to ship and cannot be shipped via expedited methods (Fed Ex).
For information on converting between international shoe sizes, please visit this excellent reference.
Based on Mens Sizes (women order 2 sizes smaller)
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Size
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Length
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Width
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4
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9
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3 1/8"
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5
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9 3/8"
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3 1/4"
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6
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9 7/8 "
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3 1/2"
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7
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10 1/8"
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3 1/2"
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8
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10 1/2"
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3 5/8"
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9
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10 7/8"
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3 5/8"
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10
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11 1/4"
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3 3/4"
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11
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11 1/2"
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3 3/4"
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12
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11 7/8"
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3 7/8"
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13
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12 1/4"
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4"
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14
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12 5/8"
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4 1/4"
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Our Design
Historical Inspirations
Drawing after a detail of the 'Book of Hunting' of Gaston Phobeus, MS. francais 616, circa mid 14th century in the Bibliotheque National, Paris, France
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drawing after extant find in Konstanz, Germany circa 13-14th c
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Drawing after the Hours of Pierre de Bosredon for Rome use MS G.55 fols. 124v-125r circa 1465 in Langres, France
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Price:: From $59.95 to $64.95
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