Handmade Men's Dress Oxford Derby Shoe

Barker Shoes Ltd, a premium English handmade shoe brand since 1880, is proud to present the Rutherford, a classic Derby available in black and burgundy hi-shine, designed and made in Northampton, England. The Rutherford features a lightweight 5mm cemented leather sole and full leather insole and lining, providing premium craftsmanship and high-quality materials.

Each pair of Barker leather shoes is created by experienced artisans who carefully select the materials and handcraft them to meet the highest standards of quality. The uppers are shaped on the last by hand, and traditional shoemaking methods like slow natural drying and polishing are still employed. This attention to detail ensures that Barker English shoes have a unique quality that no machine can match. With a manufacturing output of over 300,000 pairs per year, Barker has continued to uphold its tradition of excellence.

Barker Shoes has a rich history that dates back to 1880 when Arthur Barker, an innovative boot maker, laid the foundation stone of the brand in the heart of England's shoe manufacturing industry. Recognizing the demand for his waterproof peg-sole boots, Arthur expanded his operations, and his sons later joined the family business, taking the brand into new markets and territories.

In 1987, Barker built a new factory and offices using Northamptonshire local brick and stone, emphasizing the brand's commitment to quality and tradition. Today, the factory occupies a 4.5-acre landscaped site in the village of Earls Barton, continuing to produce fine English shoes with a highly skilled local labor pool and a keen focus on craftsmanship and materials.

Barker Shoes, with its rich history and commitment to quality, remains a staple of the British Shoe Making Industry, upholding the tradition of delivering perfection and fine craftsmanship to discerning customers worldwide.

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