What is a custom Fit Boot?

What is the difference between a "Custom Fit" Boot and a "Custom Parts/Build" Boot?

This is a question we often receive.

Custom Fit - Boots built on a last that are specific for your exact foot measurements.

Custom Parts/Build - Boots built from specific pieces of leather (colors, weights, height, etc.) often built on a last that might be close to the shape of a customers feet.

What do we do at Peter Limmer & Sons?

For over 100 years, we have built "Custom Fit" Boots

  1. Take your specific foot measurements
  2. Build a custom last to replicate your foot.
  3. Build a pair of custom boots to accommodate your specific foot length, volume, width, etc.

What is a custom parts/Build boot?

Other companies offer a "Custom Boot." These boots are often constructed from materials that the customer selects. They can be built on a last that might be close to your foot shape and volume, but they are not "Custom Fit" to the customer's specific measurements.

Limmer employee Emmett showing brown Limmer Lightweight in Peter Limmer and Sons showroom



Limmer employee sizing a customer's foot with footwear industry standard brannock device
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