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BRAND
Viberg Boot Mfg. Co.
SIZE: UK8
CONDITION: Very Excellent (S+ Grade)
CONDITION DETAILS
- Includes original Viberg plastic bag. Fully cleaned
and conditioned — ready to wear immediately.
- Unworn new-old-stock grade. Minor transport or display
micro-scratches may have been present; all resolved
through professional care. Presents in virtually
flawless condition throughout.
- Made in Canada
SIZE DETAILS
(Measurements may vary by 1–2 cm depending on how the garment is laid and measured.)
- Last: 2020
MATERIAL & COLORWAY
- Upper: Calf Leather 100% — Premium tannery sourced
(C.F. Stead, UK / French tanneries)
- Color: Mid-tone Brown — a balanced, versatile brown
with natural lustre and refined grain character.
- Construction: Goodyear Welt
- Viberg's leather selection is sourced from among the
world's most respected tanneries — C.F. Stead of
England and premier French houses among them. Surface
quality, natural sheen, and crease character are all
markedly above standard production leather. Ages
exceptionally well with continued wear and
conditioning.
DESIGN & SARTORIAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Halkett Boot — inspired by 1940s Canadian military
officer dress boots; distinct from the Service Boot in
silhouette and intended context
- 2020 last — slimmer, more elongated profile than the
2030; anatomically shaped with excellent arch support
and a well-fitted heel cup
- Cap toe design — clean, formal-leaning toe detail
- Blind eyelets — concealed lace hardware for a refined,
uninterrupted upper profile
- Slim backstay construction
- Derby / open lacing configuration
- Ankle-height silhouette — elevated above casual
workwear, appropriate across smart-casual to tailored
contexts
- Goodyear welt construction — fully resoleable,
engineered for decades of wear
ITEM OVERVIEW
Viberg occupies a position at the very apex of North
American boot making — and the Halkett is among the most
refined expressions of what the Victoria, BC workshop
produces. Where the Service Boot draws from rugged WWI
Canadian military workwear, the Halkett traces its
lineage to the dress boots worn by Canadian officers in
the 1940s — the distinction is immediately legible in
the silhouette: slimmer, more elongated, and
considerably more formal in bearing.
The 2020 last delivers one of Viberg's most anatomically
considered fits — almond toe, strong arch support, and a
heel cup that holds the foot with precision. Blind
eyelets and a cap toe keep the upper clean and
uncluttered, making this a boot that transitions
naturally from considered casual wear into tailored
contexts that the Service Boot cannot reach.
Leather quality is, as expected from Viberg, exceptional
— sourced from C.F. Stead and comparable French
tanneries, the calf presents with natural depth of
colour, refined grain, and the kind of surface that
responds beautifully to conditioning and long-term wear.
This example is presented in near-new condition,
professionally cared for, and ready for a new owner to
begin their own patina journey. For those who know
Viberg, no further recommendation is necessary.
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SHIPPING & DUTIES
- Import duties, taxes, and carrier fees are not
included and are the buyer's responsibility.
- Complimentary international express shipping on orders
of $300 or more. Standard fees apply below $300.
- Ships from South Korea via EMS Express, tracked from
departure to arrival.
- Expected arrival within 3–5 working days worldwide.
RETURNS
- No returns or exchanges for sizing mistakes or change
of mind. Please consider your purchase with care.
- If the item has a defect or is not as described, we
will accept the return and bear all associated costs.
STORE NOTICE
- Slight measurement differences may occur due to manual
measuring.
- Colors may look slightly different depending on
lighting and display settings.
- Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.
- Your purchase confirms that you accept all terms
stated above.
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