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Yanko classic Belgian loafer dark brown reverse kudu suede UK4 / EU38 - Used
Shoes that are reduced in price due to one of the reasons below. See title and pictures for info on what applies to this pair.
Description of the different categories:
Seconds - Any defect from the factory that makes them count as subs, could be minor cosmetic flaws, marks, inferior leather somewhere, or similar.
Samples - Shoes that have been made as samples when developing our product range.
Tried on - Shoes that have been tested by customer(s) and therefore have traces from this.
Used - Shoes that have been used, could be for photography sessions or similar.
Odd - Various odd models, such as unclaimed MTOs, MTOs that are not made entirely to customer specifications, or similar.
Description of the different categories:
Seconds - Any defect from the factory that makes them count as subs, could be minor cosmetic flaws, marks, inferior leather somewhere, or similar.
Samples - Shoes that have been made as samples when developing our product range.
Tried on - Shoes that have been tested by customer(s) and therefore have traces from this.
Used - Shoes that have been used, could be for photography sessions or similar.
Odd - Various odd models, such as unclaimed MTOs, MTOs that are not made entirely to customer specifications, or similar.
- MaterialSuede
- Last240
- SoleThin rubber sole
- TypeLoafers
- WidthF (standard)
- GenderUnisex
- ColorDark brown
- ConstructionBlake stitched
- BrandYanko
Construction:
Blake construction is a traditional construction method where one do a seam through the insole, upper leather and outsole to keep them strongly together. This is done with a Blake sewing machine. The construction gives flexible, comfortable shoes. Can normally be resoled by a cobbler with the right equipment, but a limited amount of times.
All Blake stitched shoes have leather board heel stiffeners (cheaper brands usually use harder plastic heel stiffeners) which adapt to your feet.
Leather:
The Blake stitched shoes we offer use smooth full grain calf leather, quality embossed calf grain leather or fine suede like reverse kudu suede. They are sourced from well-renowned European tanneries, mainly from Charles F. Stead in the UK. The models in patent leather use material from Europe.
Sole:
There are two different types of soles used for the Blake constructed shoes we sell (under the tab Product details and on the photos you see which are used for respective model).
Thin rubber sole - A so-called city rubber sole with a slim profile just like a leather sole, with a rubber composition that offers good grip and excellent durability.
Rubber sole - In most cases these are so-called Traveler soles which is a soft and flexible rubber sole type that are very comfortable.
Blake construction is a traditional construction method where one do a seam through the insole, upper leather and outsole to keep them strongly together. This is done with a Blake sewing machine. The construction gives flexible, comfortable shoes. Can normally be resoled by a cobbler with the right equipment, but a limited amount of times.
All Blake stitched shoes have leather board heel stiffeners (cheaper brands usually use harder plastic heel stiffeners) which adapt to your feet.
Leather:
The Blake stitched shoes we offer use smooth full grain calf leather, quality embossed calf grain leather or fine suede like reverse kudu suede. They are sourced from well-renowned European tanneries, mainly from Charles F. Stead in the UK. The models in patent leather use material from Europe.
Sole:
There are two different types of soles used for the Blake constructed shoes we sell (under the tab Product details and on the photos you see which are used for respective model).
Thin rubber sole - A so-called city rubber sole with a slim profile just like a leather sole, with a rubber composition that offers good grip and excellent durability.
Rubber sole - In most cases these are so-called Traveler soles which is a soft and flexible rubber sole type that are very comfortable.
Which shoe care products to use:
Before use, go over the shoes gently with a a suede brush followed by Saphir Medaille d'Or Super Invulner to protect from water and dirt. Use Saphir Medaille d'Or Suede Renovator Spray in Dark brown when the colour needs to be improved and to give some nourishment. For more thorough yet gentle cleaning we recommend Saphir Medaille d'Or Omninettoyant suede cleaner. We recommend using cedar wood shoe trees to prevent unnecessary creasing and extend the lifespan of your footwear.
Read more about how to use these products on the respective product pages, or in the shoe care guide linked below.
Basic shoe care:
- Don’t use the same pair for two consecutive days
- Brush / wipe the shoes off after use
- Use shoe trees and shoehorn
- Treat regular leather with shoe cream, treat suede and textile with waterproofing spray
Learn more on these steps in this guide.
Further shoe care info:
For more on how to clean, refresh and protect suede and nubuck, read this guide.
Before use, go over the shoes gently with a a suede brush followed by Saphir Medaille d'Or Super Invulner to protect from water and dirt. Use Saphir Medaille d'Or Suede Renovator Spray in Dark brown when the colour needs to be improved and to give some nourishment. For more thorough yet gentle cleaning we recommend Saphir Medaille d'Or Omninettoyant suede cleaner. We recommend using cedar wood shoe trees to prevent unnecessary creasing and extend the lifespan of your footwear.
Read more about how to use these products on the respective product pages, or in the shoe care guide linked below.
Basic shoe care:
- Don’t use the same pair for two consecutive days
- Brush / wipe the shoes off after use
- Use shoe trees and shoehorn
- Treat regular leather with shoe cream, treat suede and textile with waterproofing spray
Learn more on these steps in this guide.
Further shoe care info:
For more on how to clean, refresh and protect suede and nubuck, read this guide.