Bordon Handmade Boots

Bordon began operations in 2019, first producing its footwear in Spain and Italy. Production relocated to Colombia following the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges that it created for international manufacturing. This move allowed Bordon to work with Colombian artisans and shift its business model to local production.

Bordon uses a made-to-order manufacturing process that takes place entirely in-house in Colombia. The production of each boot follows multiple stages, including cutting, sewing, lasting, soling, heeling, and finishing. The company employs manual techniques at each stage, and the made-to-order approach shapes the scale and scheduling of production.

Bordon boots use double-row stitchdown construction, a method used to create durability and water resistance. The uppers are made from full-grain leather sourced from tanneries such as Wickett & Craig in the United States and Maryam in Italy. The lining is made of aniline Italian calf leather, and the insole and midsole use Colombian vegetable-tanned leather. Vibram outsoles are fitted to all boots, with style options including studded Eton and lugged Commando variants. Other components in Bordon boots include a steel and leather shank, a leather heel counter, and cork filling.

Bordon produces several models of handmade boots. These include the cap-toe Tukano Boots, which can be made with leathers like black teacore and waxed dark brown. The Isidro Chelsea is made with full-grain black latigo leather from Wickett & Craig. The Wanes model is a plain-toe boot and is offered in options such as black teacore leather. Bordon boots are available in different sizes and widths, and the company’s made-to-order process results in a lead time of about nine months per pair.