Chiltern Snuff Suede Chukka Boot
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DescriptionCrockett & Jones Chiltern Snuff Suede Chukka Boot with Dainite Rubber Sole.
This colourway of Repello suede is tanned to be water repellent. Fully treated with ‘Scotch guard’ during the tanning process, the material achieves an exceptionally high level of water resistance to water and oil based substances. This proofing remains effective throughout the life of the footwear
Made in England Crockett & Jones Chiltern is a chukka boot made from Repello snuff suede and Dainite sole. Made on the handsome 224 last (watch this space for the exclusive Crockett & Jones Wensum sharing the same last shape) that dates back to the golden era - 1953! A soft round toe, this shape 'fits' most feet, only enhancing its reputation as one of the easiest boots a man can wear. Repello snuff suede has been tanned to be water repellent. Fully treated with ‘Scotch guard’ during the tanning process, the material achieves an exceptionally high level of resistance to water and oil based substances. This proofing remains effective throughout the life of the footwear, but should still be replenished from time to time. Completely dispelling the myth that you shouldn't wear suede in the rain!
Crockett & Jones Chiltern is Goodyear welted, a traditional shoe manufacturing construction favoured by English shoemakers, allowing for multiple resoles. Repair not replace is the key to enjoying this style for many years, being the ultimate in sustainable footwear.Bowhill and Chukka Boots
Much debate surrounds the origins of the Chukka boot, associated with Polo players, and most likely coming to prominence from the British army’s time in India in the late 1930s, when the classic Desert Boot rose in popularity.
Chukka boots, much like Chelsea boots, have a strong connection to sport and equestrian lifestyle, offering unrivalled versatility . Bridging the gap between formal and casual effortlessly, no wonder it suits our Norwich shop so well.Made in England
Bowhill & Elliott have proudly stocked Crockett & Jones footwear in our Norwich store since the 1940s, highlighting our special relationship with Northampton’s finest shoemaker and underpinning our commitment to supporting premium British manufacturing.
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Delivery & returns
For in-stock styles, you can expect delivery within 1 week, with Made-to-Order styles subjected to an estimated 10/12 week lead time.
Delivery charges will be applied at checkout, as they will vary depending on the destination of your order. All shipments to the UK, EU & USA will be sent including tax, duties and tariffs paid, so no nasty surprises when the item arrives. Rest of the world shipments will be sent excluding tax, duty and tariffs, with any additional costs being the receivers responsibility.
Please ensure to only try on a carpeted surface and not on hard or wooden floors.
Unfortunately we do not offer free returns. Bowhill & Elliott offer a 28 day return policy (except monogrammed, bespoke design or items that have been customised). All goods should be returned in box fresh condition with original packaging. Return shipping can be arranged, with the cost of returns deducted from your final refund.
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Eight artisan shoemakers still making shoes and slippers by hand honouring tradtional practicies.
Limited styles made from the best of English shoemaking from Iconic brands Crockett & Jones and Cheaney.
Specialising in Made-To-Order we offer a host of custom options from velvet colour to bespoke design hand embroidery. One shoe a million ways!
Bowhill & Elliott are a small, family-owned business with a fascinating history in shoemaking and manufacturing, crafting the finest footwear for over 150 years.
Established in 1874 in Norwich, England, as a bespoke shoemaker, we evolved into a dedicated slipper manufacturer in the 1960s. Our historic home at 65 London Street, Norwich, England, remains the same address where Obadiah Bowhill first set foot over the threshold, all those years ago
From bespoke shoemakers to a global brand, Bowhill & Elliott has become synonymous with exceptional quality, worn by everyone from royalty to music icons.
Situated in the Norwich Lanes, our four-floor building embodies our heritage. We continue to ‘make out the back, sell out the front’ with retail space, our newly renovated slipper lounge, office space and two workshops at the heart of our operations. In our workshops, eight skilled shoemakers, meticulously craft each pair by hand, using the same time-honoured techniques passed down through generations. Every detail including intricate embroidery, is carefully executed by hand using traditional gold work techniques that combine wires and threads to create unparalleled depth and beauty.
The home of the house shoe, whether it’s our handmade velvet Albert dress slippers or hard-soled Grecian loafers, the craftsmanship in every pair is unmatched.
