The Phillips is a military boot-inspired model produced by Japanese bootmaker Brother Bridge. The design reinterprets traditional military boot aesthetics with reduced volume in the toe portion, creating a more refined silhouette while maintaining heritage footwear construction standards.
Brother Bridge manufactures the Phillips using Horween Chromexcel leather uppers with Goodyear welt construction. The boot features a cork rubber sole with Cat's paw heel, built on the company's B204 last in D width.
The Phillips carries model number BBB-S012 in Brother Bridge's product lineup. The boot uses Horween Chromexcel leather for the uppers, a combination-tanned leather known for its oil content and aging characteristics. Brother Bridge constructs the Phillips with Goodyear welting, a method that allows for resoling and long-term durability.
The sole consists of cork rubber finished with a Cat's paw heel, providing a balance of durability and comfort. The boot is built on Brother Bridge's B204 last, which runs narrower than standard footwear sizing. The company recommends selecting one size larger than typical shoe size to accommodate the slim last shape.
Brother Bridge produces all Phillips boots in Japan using traditional Goodyear welt construction methods. The boots feature steel hooks and eyelets with flat-waxed laces.
The oil-treated Chromexcel leather develops a distinctive patina over time, with the surface showing wear patterns and color variation through use.
The Phillips represents Brother Bridge's interpretation of classic military boot design, modernized through proportion adjustments and material selection. The boot features reduced volume in the toe box compared to traditional military boot patterns, creating a slimmer profile suitable for casual and heritage-focused wardrobes.
The design works with various pant styles regardless of thickness or cut, according to product documentation. The cork rubber sole provides cushioning for extended wear while maintaining the boot's heritage aesthetic.
Brother Bridge offers the Phillips in multiple Chromexcel leather colors, including black and red variations.
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