SIGNATURE
Our Signature Craftsman starts as one piece of the finest veal calf leather before being shaped by the hands of our most experienced craftsmen and women. That one piece of leather will pass through over 80 pairs of hands and individual processes in our workshop in Adelaide. When you pull on your boots for the first time, you’ll know it’s an investment, not a purchase. And we’ll know we didn’t just make a boot, we crafted one.
French Veal Calf
Fine-grained leather from French calf. Particularly valuable because of its softness, fine grain and durability.
Refined Elegance
The Craftsman last features a refined toe shape, lightweight leather insole, extra-fine stitching around the elastic and traditional v-stitching under the back boot tug.
Classic leather welt sole
Crowned with its fine brass plaque on a fine leather sole with a rich sole stain and signed by our master craftsman.
Signature of style
Once the boots have been crafted, they are placed into the hands of our Master Craftsman, Steve Moore, where each boot is checked, signed off and personally hand-signed by him.
CLASSIC LEATHER SOLE
Our most popular boot, the Craftsman comes in a range of colours, using only the finest yearling leather. It features a classic chisel square toe and flat heel as well as a leather welt sole. Originally designed as a dress boot it is now worn for business and pleasure.
YEARLING
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine-grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and durable.
WORK AND PLAY
The distinctive shape of the last was developed by one of RM’s original employees from 1932. It was designed to be elegant for dress and durable for light work.
LEATHER WELT
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
HERITAGE
The traditional heritage leather sole of the Craftsman is attached through a welt process - stitched to the boot through a strip of leather running along the edge of the sole. This Goodyear welt construction is the world’s best construction making soles waterproof, strong and flexible and easily re-soled.
COMFORT SOLE
Beautifully constructed and uniquely made from one piece of leather, our Comfort Craftsman boots come in a range of colours. The Comfort Sole is perfect for everyday wear and can be styled up or down.
YEARLING
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine-grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and and durable.
RELAXED COMFORT
Style these classic boots with everything from chinos to relaxed denim for an elevated smart-casual vibe.
NON-SLIP COMPOSITION SOLE AND COMFORT INNERSOLE
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
COMFORT SOLE
Our Comfort Technology features a fibreglass airport-friendly shank, which reinforces the shape of the boot and supports the arch. Padded heel lining increases the superior comfort of the insole. Soft, durable microfibre ‘sock lining’ draws moisture away from the foot, allowing it to breathe. Light sole construction increases flexibility while retaining the durability of a composition sole.
DYNAMIC FLEX SOLE
A comfortable, light and flexible sole ensures this version of the Craftsman gets special attention for comfort whilst standing or working all day.
YEARLING
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine-grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and and durable.
CASUAL ELEGANCE
The neatly tapered toes and smooth linings score full marks for style and comfort. Whether you wear them with jeans or a suit, you won’t be disappointed.
COMBINATION LEATHER AND RUBBER
A mixture of rubber & leather sole, with an orthotic inner sole for additional cushioning and support. Insole can be removed to accommodate orthotic inserts.
COMFORT TECHNOLOGY
The Dynamic Flex sole is a mixture of rubber and leather sole, with an orthotic inner sole for additional cushioning & support. It is attached through a welt process - stitched to the boot through a strip of leather running along the edge of the sole. The Goodyear welt construction is world’s best construction, ensuring soles are waterproof, strong and flexible, and the boot can be repeatedly resoled. The combination of leather and rubber provides unique sole flexibility, hence, dynamic flex.
CHINCHILLA
Burnishing is an artisanal method that brings out the richness and true characteristics of leather. Our burnished Craftsman boots are as unique as the Australian landscape that has helped shape them; a truly handcrafted boot that will last a lifetime.
European crust leather
The Chinchilla is made with European crust leather and a full kid lining on our classic Craftsman last.
Statement Style
Chinchilla boots feature the R.M.Williams signature tugs, chisel toe, welt lasted, flat heel, leather sole and insole. The antiqued finish makes a statement from the bar to the boardroom.
Classic leather welt sole
Sewn leather welt sole and leather innersole
Artisanal Finish
Artistry and craftsmanship are hallmarks of our beautiful hand-burnished collection. To master our burnishing technique we partnered with Duilio Girotti, an Italian craftsman and burnishing expert.
KANGAROO
These iconic Craftsman boots are beautifully constructed from one piece of kangaroo leather, one of the strongest leathers for its weight in the world. Made in our factory in Adelaide, the boots feature the classic chisel square toe.
KANGAROO
Kangaroo leather is the strongest leather for its weight in the world.
WORK AND PLAY
The Kangaroo Craftsman style is one of our most sought after styles and its strength makes it a versatile boot for work and play.
COMFORT SOLE AND INNERSOLE
These boots feature a leather sole with cushioned 'poron' inner sole. Our Comfort Technology features a fibreglass airport-friendly shank, which reinforces the shape of the boot and supports the arch. Padded heel lining increases the superior comfort of the insole. The Comfort Sole is perfect for everyday wear.
STRENGTH AND COMFORT
Kangaroo leather is naturally soft and strong and is lighter, stronger, and more flexible than goat or cow hide. Kangaroo leather conforms quickly to the foot, wears well and does not absorb as much water as other leathers.
SUEDE
The suede craftsman evolved from our classic original Craftsman boot which stands the test of time with its elegant timeless style. They are a classic piece of footwear that will up your style game immediately if worn well.
SUEDE
Suede is a type of fuzzy leather with a napped finish. Suede has a more porous finish which holds dye well, meaning more intense colour saturation.
DRESS UP OR DOWN
If you’re wearing suede, you’re already making a bit of a statement. Smart suede boots can be dressed up or dressed down to whatever extent you see fit.
LEATHER WELT WITH LEATHER INNERSOLE
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
FAIR WEATHER FRIENDS
Suede boots make a stylish statement and fit every season. Handcrafted from premium soft-touch suede in a selection of neutral or earthy tones, they’re a tactile, wear-anywhere wardrobe alternative to our traditional leather boots.
TAMBO
The Comfort Tambo is our only chelsea boot available in an X fitting, making it the perfect boot for someone with a wider foot or higher arch. It has all the classic features of our Comfort Craftsman, including chisel square toe, flat heel, single-piece upper and sewn welt comfort rubber sole.
