The Kanon Boot

The Kanon Boot represents one of several service boot offerings from Briselblack, distinguished by its specific last shape and construction method. Like other Briselblack models, the boot is handcrafted by skilled craftsmen using traditional hand-lasting and hand-welting techniques that emphasize quality over production volume.

The Kanon Boot employs Veldtschoen 360° construction, a durable method where the leather upper is turned outward and stitched above the welt rather than wrapped underneath. This construction approach results in increased water resistance due to the stitching system positioning and provides enhanced flexibility while maintaining structural integrity.

The boot is built on Briselblack's Prototype Rencong II last, which determines the boot's overall shape and fit characteristics. Some Kanon Boot models utilize the standard "Rencong" last depending on specific customer requests and manufacturing periods. The design incorporates a structured toebox for shape retention and Cuban heels for a traditional service boot silhouette.

Hardware components include antique brass eyelets and hooks, providing both functional durability and aesthetic consistency with heritage boot styling. The natural welt color with white stitching creates visual contrast while maintaining classic construction appearance.

The Kanon Boot utilizes leather selections sourced from established tanneries. Standard specifications include Horween Chromexcel leather for both the grain quarter section and reverse vamp and counter sections. This leather choice provides the combination tanning benefits of both chrome and vegetable tanning processes, resulting in durability, suppleness, and characteristic aging properties.

Interior construction features tan full lining for comfort and moisture management. The sole system consists of a single leather midsole combined with Dr. Sole Black Half Sole outsole, providing ground contact durability while maintaining resoling capabilities through the Veldtschoen construction method.

Alternative material options are available through Briselblack's customization system, including Maryam horsebutt leather and other specialized selections from international tanneries. These materials reflect the company's broader approach to sourcing from tanneries in Taiwan, Japan, England, Germany, Italy, and the United States.

The Kanon Boot is produced exclusively through Briselblack's Made-to-Order (MTO) system, allowing customers to select from curated styles and customize materials, hardware, and construction details according to their preferences. This production approach enables extensive personalization while maintaining the core design characteristics of the Kanon model.

Wait times for completed Kanon Boots have evolved with the company's growth, extending from an initial 4-6 weeks to approximately four months as demand has increased. The extended timeline reflects the handcrafted nature of production, with typically 2-3 pairs completed per week across all models due to the time investment required for proper hand construction techniques.

Payment terms follow standard industry practice with a 50% deposit required upon order placement and the remaining balance due prior to shipping. Customers requiring sizing consultation can engage directly with the company to ensure proper fit, as the specialized lasts may differ from conventional boot sizing.

Kanon Boot pricing follows Briselblack's tiered structure based on material selection and construction specifications. Standard models using imported leather materials begin at $400, positioning the boot within the mid-range of international handcrafted heritage footwear while providing Indonesian hand-welted construction.

Material upgrades are available at additional cost, with options including shell cordovan and exotic leather selections that can significantly increase the base price. All pricing includes shipping costs, reflecting the company's direct-to-consumer sales model and international distribution approach.

This pricing strategy positions the Kanon Boot competitively within the global handcrafted boot market, offering traditional construction methods and quality materials at approximately half the cost typically associated with American or European manufacturers producing comparable quality footwear.