Universal Works

Michael - Paraboot X Universal Works Shoe

Created just after World War II by the Richard-Pontvert family's second generation, this classic model features two eyelets with strong laces, thick leather with a protective seam, sturdy stitching, a comfortable insole, and a natural rubber sole. Named after Michel Richard, the companys current Chairman, its anglicized name, Michael, reflects its lasting legacy. This model incorporates a Norwegian welt construction, a technique in which the upper is stitched to the sole using a welt, leaving both seams exposed. Paraboot, recognized as a global leader in this method, employs this hand-stitching to deliver footwear that is exceptionally durable, comfortable, and fully waterproof. Each pair of Paraboot shoes is crafted from high-quality raw materials by artisans with exceptional expertise. Details - 100% Leather - two eyelets with durable, slim laces - thick leather reinforced by a protective piped seam - robust stitching - a thick comfortable insole - and a natural rubber sole - Made in France - Norwegian welt construction Size Guide Men UK EU US CM 5 38 6 23.9 5.5 39 6.5 24.3 6 39.5 7 24.8 6.5 40 7.5 25.2 7 41 8 25.6 7.5 41.5 8.5 26 8 42 9 26.5 8.5 42.5 9.5 26.9 9 43 10 27.3 9.5 44 10.5 27.7 10 44.5 11 28.1 10.5 45 11.5 28.6 11 46 12 29 11.5 46.5 12.5 29.4 12 47 13 29.8 12.5 48 13.5 30.2 13 48.5 14 30.6 13.5 49 14.5 31 14 49.5 15 31.4 14.5 50 15.5 31.8