Moc Toe

The Moc Toe is available exclusively through direct messaging on Instagram at @flamepanda11, with pricing starting at $600 USD and premium horse hide options reaching $685 USD. Production follows Flame Panda's made-to-order approach with current wait times ranging from eight to ten months due to the hand-crafted nature of construction and material sourcing requirements.

Flame Panda's Moc Toe boots employ traditional hand-welting techniques consistent with heritage footwear standards. The construction process begins with hand-lasting on Flame Panda's proprietary lasts, followed by hand-welting using the company's signature 360° storm welt with embedded eversion welt technique. This specialized welting method provides enhanced water resistance and durability compared to standard welting approaches.

The moc toe design features the characteristic front seam construction that defines the style, with Flame Panda's execution noted for substantial presence without excessive bulk. The company achieves balance through careful last selection and heel proportions that complement the midsole thickness inherent to welted construction.

Each boot incorporates custom-manufactured steel shanks specifically designed for Flame Panda's construction requirements. The front sole construction uses double leather layers that taper to single leather plus rubber full sole before joining with the heel assembly. All welt stitching is performed by hand with high stitch counts, creating parallel and uniform seaming throughout the welt perimeter.

Flame Panda sources premium leathers from established suppliers in Italy and North America for their Moc Toe construction. Standard leather options include Cloe horsebutt from Italy available in black, natural, whisky, and cigar colorways. Premium horse hide options are available through the same Italian supplier network, with pricing reflecting the upgraded material specifications.

Midsoles are imported from Italy to ensure consistency with traditional European construction standards. The company emphasizes dense fiber leather selection for upper construction, prioritizing folding resistance and structural integrity over cost considerations. This material selection approach aligns with heritage footwear manufacturing practices that prioritize longevity and aging characteristics.

Customers may specify leather preferences during the ordering process, with Peng providing guidance on leather selection based on intended use and aging preferences. The material sourcing approach reflects the company's emphasis on traditional suppliers rather than contemporary mass-market leather sources.

The Flame Panda Moc Toe is available exclusively through direct messaging Peng Meng on the Instagram account @flamepanda11. The company maintains no official website or online catalog, conducting all business through this single social media channel. Peng collaborates with customers during the ordering process, providing constructive input on specifications rather than simply fulfilling custom requests without guidance.

Current production timelines range from eight to ten months for completion, with potential extensions based on leather availability and production queue status. The base price for Moc Toe boots starts at $600 USD, with horse hide leather upgrades priced at $685 USD. These prices reflect the hand-crafted construction and premium material sourcing that characterizes Flame Panda's approach to heritage footwear manufacturing.

The extended lead times result from the company's commitment to hand-crafted construction methods and the limited capacity of their six-member family workshop. Each pair receives individual attention throughout the construction process, from initial lasting through final welting and finishing operations.