HELM Boots
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HELM Boots is a footwear brand that operates out of Austin, Texas. The company was established in 2009 and produces handcrafted boots. The brand incorporates both traditional and contemporary influences in its shoe designs.
About
HELM Boots is a footwear brand that operates out of Austin, Texas. The company was established in 2009 and produces handcrafted boots. The brand incorporates both traditional and contemporary influences in its shoe designs.
History
Joshua Bingaman founded the company in 2009. In its early years, HELM Boots manufactured products in Turkey. In 2012, the company moved its production to the United States. Factories in Maine and Arkansas began handling the manufacturing after the move.
Manufacturing
Designs for HELM Boots originate in Austin, Texas. Production takes place in the United States, with facilities located in Maine and Arkansas. The company uses domestic materials when available. Leather for the boots is sourced from Horween Tannery in Chicago, while Fairfield Textile in New Jersey supplies waxed canvas for select models.
Construction and materials
HELM Boots uses Blake-stitched construction methods in its designs. This construction technique allows boots to be resoled and contributes to flexibility in wear. The brand’s boots often feature a three-layer sole structure. This includes a white rubber midsole placed between two leather layers.
Products
The company produces boots in multiple styles and forms. Models include options that use waxed-canvas panels, cap toes, or rubber dot treads on leather soles. In addition to men’s styles, the brand also manufactures boots for women. Over time, the product range has increased to cover a broader variety of customers.
