Vettore Boots
Opera’s “Tosca” very thick Flesh Out Full Grain Leather (Specially made for Yuketen)
360° Channeling welted Goodyear Construction
Scalloped Storm Leather Welt
Hand Channeled Leather Insole (5mm thickness) + Shank
Removable Additional Leather Insole (3mm thickness) for Extra Support
Leather Midsole + Rubber Composition Midsole
Yuketen’s Original Italian-made Cork Chip Mixed Cortina Lug Sole
Padded and Gusseted Leather Tongue + Padded Leather Collar
Genuine Kudu Hide Leather Shoelace
1950’s American Beno Last
Entirely Handcrafted in Italy from the upper leather to the outsole
The Yuketen Made in Italy collection is the realization of Director Yuki Matsuda's vision: to infuse classic American footwear styles with the unparalleled quality of artisanal Italian craftsmanship, all refined through a discerning Japanese sensibility.
The Vettore Story: Italian Inspiration
While visiting our historic, artisanal Italian factory nestled in the stunning Apennine Mountains, Yuki was reminded of a long-held dream: to craft the perfect, exceptional hiking boot. That dream crystallized when he spotted a sharply dressed local gentleman confidently navigating a small village’s cobblestone road in a pair of beautiful hiking boots. These boots offered both remarkable style and unwavering confidence—a perfect metaphor for life's journey.
Inspired by this moment and leveraging the factory’s rich legacy of crafting European hiking boots, the Vettore Boot was born. While our collection often focuses on classic American styles, this was an opportunity Yuki couldn't pass up. The Vettore is a true collaboration, blending centuries of Italian boot-making history with Yuki's experienced, exacting eye for detail.
Unmatched Construction: Built for Life
The Vettore Boot is sophisticated enough for a dinner out but built tough enough for any terrain. Its foundation is a commitment to quality and longevity:
Exquisite Uppers: Full-Grain Flesh-Out Leather
The uppers are a masterpiece of specialized construction, crafted from silky, full-grain, flesh-out leather, produced by Opera Leather in Tuscany, who have specialized in exquisite flesh-out leather and suede since the 1970s.