Preston Chelsea Boots

The Preston Chelsea Boots represent Beckett Simonon's approach to combining traditional craftsmanship with accessible pricing through their group made-to-order business model. The manufacturing process requires at least 150 manual steps and takes between 10 to 12 weeks from order to delivery.

The Preston Chelsea Boots feature upper leather made from full-grain calfskin sourced from a Gold-Rated tannery located in Arzignano, Italy. The leather is conditioned with shea butter and carnauba wax to enhance suppleness and develop a deep color. A pull-up leather variant contains hot oils and paraffin wax coating, creating a soft, suede-like texture that develops patina through wear and stretching.

The interior is lined with a wholecut piece of chrome-free vachetta leather, which provides natural temperature regulation, moisture absorption, and breathability properties. The boots use Blake stitch construction, a resoleable method that allows for future repair and renewal.

The soles are crafted from full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather bends. Abrasion-resistant SBR rubber heel caps are attached using serrated brass tacks for reinforcement. The boots feature waxed thread with lock stitching method that acts as a sealant against moisture, mildew, and dirt.

The Preston Chelsea Boots are handcrafted in Beckett Simonon's Bogotá workshop in Colombia by Fonseca Shoes and Boots Factory. The manufacturing process requires at least 150 manual steps executed by hand or with hand-operated machines. The complete production timeline spans 10 to 12 weeks from order placement to delivery.

Production follows Beckett Simonon's group made-to-order model, where orders are collected over a period before manufacturing begins. This approach allows the company to reduce costs associated with traditional retail inventory models while maintaining handcrafted construction standards.

The Preston Chelsea Boots feature the traditional elastic side gusset design characteristic of Chelsea boots, allowing for slip-on wear without laces. The top opening is sized to accommodate the elastic bands while maintaining a secure fit around the ankle. Each boot includes a serial number and size embossed on the interior lining.

The boots are available in multiple colorways including Black, Bordeaux, Tan, Brown, Oak, and a Walnut pull-up leather variant. The boots come with felt dust bags for storage and travel. Sizing is offered in whole sizes only, ranging from size 7 to 14, with half-size foam inserts included to accommodate between-size fitting needs.

The boots demonstrate comfort during the break-in period and remain responsive to thicker sock adjustments. The sole construction provides limited traction on smooth surfaces, which has been noted as a consideration for wear conditions.

The Preston Chelsea Boots retail for $269 as of 2025, with a manufacturer's suggested retail comparison price of $420. Historical pricing from 2020 indicated a retail price of $219 shipped within the United States, reflecting price increases over the intervening period.

Beckett Simonon offers discount codes periodically, with the "SOM" code providing 20 percent off the retail price. The made-to-order production model requires a waiting period of approximately two to three months from order placement to delivery, with specific orders placed in mid-April arriving in early July based on documented customer experiences.