Jodhpur Boots

Clinch produces these boots entirely by hand in limited quantities of 800-1,000 pairs annually across all models. The jodhpur boots are built on the company's CN and CN Wide lasts, featuring hand-carved wooden forms developed specifically by Matsuura. Construction includes hand-sewn welting with reproduction O'Sullivan outsoles made exclusively for the brand.

Clinch jodhpur boots feature hand-sewn welting with a 270-degree flat welt construction using a single row of tonal white stitching. The uppers are crafted from three expertly hand-cut sections of premium leather, with available materials including black overdyed horsebutt leather at 4mm thickness, Shinki horsehide suede, Gustave roughout cowhide, and French calfskin.

Hardware consists of solid brass buckles featuring an interlocking 'X' shape design for the characteristic jodhpur belt closure. The boots include full leather lining and leather insoles, with O'Sullivan reproduction outsole and heel combinations made exclusively for Clinch. This outsole style was originally patented around 1900 and contributes to the boot's low-profile silhouette.

Construction follows traditional techniques with hand-lasting, hand welting in most cases, and final sole stitching by machine, making the boots approximately 90% handmade according to established Japanese definitions. Each pair is entirely crafted by Matsuura and his team in the Brass basement factory in Tokyo.

The jodhpur boots are available on Clinch's CN Last and CN Wide Last, both featuring hand-carved wooden forms created by Matsuura. The CN Wide last measures between D and E width and fits snugly from the waist to heel with a low instep characteristic. Both lasts feature a narrow waist, high arch, and significant curvature underfoot, similar to early 20th-century last designs.

Sizing recommendations suggest taking one size smaller than Brannock size for most wearers. The CN Wide last accommodates those with wider feet or higher insteps, while the standard CN last suits narrower feet. The boots feature a close-to-foot fit that allows the leather to shape around the wearer's foot over time.

Fit characteristics include a low instep and slim overall fit balanced by a round toe silhouette that provides comfortable forefoot room. The jodhpur style's ankle-height shaft and side buckle closure system accommodates various foot volumes, though the narrow construction may present challenges for those with significantly wide feet.

Clinch jodhpur boots are priced between $1,875 and $2,400 USD depending on the model and retailer, with European pricing around €1,595. Models are frequently sold out due to the limited annual production of 800-1,000 pairs across all Clinch styles. The company exports approximately 70% of production internationally, with the United States accounting for half of these exports.

Authorized retailers include Standard & Strange in the United States, stuf|f-official in Europe, Pancho And Lefty in Sweden, Clutch Cafe, Recall Clothing, and BURMA-SHAVE in Japan. The boots are also available through the official Brass Tokyo online shop. Due to limited availability, customers often encounter waitlists or sold-out status across retailers.

The company's location at 5-8-12 Daita in Tokyo's Setagaya neighborhood serves as both the production facility and retail location. International reach has expanded through trunk shows in major cities including New York, London, and Taipei, where customers can experience the boots directly before ordering.