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REAL PEOPLE WITH SKILLED HANDS

The manufacture of high quality Blake stitched shoes remains very labour-intensive, requiring a highly skilled workforce to carry out more than 200 separate operations during an 8 week period. This method, originated by hand-makers centuries ago, gives the shoes an exceptional degree of strength, durability and comfort in wear.


The Blake stitched process spans several production departments, each necessitating a multitude of different skills and experiences to ensure the shoes are completed to our exacting standards. Many of the operations, relying on excellent hand-eye co-ordination, take years to learn and a lifetime to master.

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PATTERN CUTTING

Once a design or style is agreed on by our Managing Director, it is discussed with our Pattern Cutters. Pattern cutting is the initial design and development phase and as any established Pattern Cutter will tell you, โ€œIf a pattern is not perfect when it leaves our pattern room, the shoes will not be perfect when they leave our factory.โ€

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CLICKING

With the leather stores bursting at the seams with high quality calf, grain and suede, the clickers are eagerly poised with their knives at the ready. But not just any old knivesโ€ฆ

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CLOSING

The Closing Room has highly experienced members of staff, a busy department indeed. More operations can be found in this department than any other in the factory, each one of them requiring dexterity and patience.

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PREPARATION

Preparation refers to the gathering of all other components that are required during the making of our shoes. In typical Lederia form, many of the components are produced in-house, including the cutting of heels, insoles and soles. The heel department and sole department are small workshops in their own right and work tirelessly to feed the factory beside them.

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LASTING

Lederia uses the term โ€˜Lastingโ€™ to refer to โ€˜pulling the upper over the lastโ€™ thereby giving shape to the shoes. The last is a shoemakerโ€™s foundation, and can be thought of as their most closely guarded secret. With heritage paving the way for the exceptional last development, Lederia are continually developing new lasts.

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MAKING

Making is where you will find the traditional Blake stitching craftsmen. Blake stitching is a renowned shoemaking technique where the upper, insole, and outsole are directly stitched together with a single seam, ensuring a sleek, flexible, and lightweight construction. This method enhances durability while allowing for easy resoling, making it a hallmark of premium craftsmanship.

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FINISHING

Craftsmanship is now in full flow and mistakes are costly. The Finishing Room is where a team of finishers are cleaning, preparing and adding the finishing touches to the soles, that Lederia customers appreciate so greatly.

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Shoe room

The Shoe Room is the final department in the Lederia. This is where all shoes & boots are hand polished, checked, laced and boxed.

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