Rolling Dub Trio

The company's approach emphasizes old-world construction techniques designed for longevity, with all footwear built to be fully rebuildable and recraftable over time. Rolling Dub Trio sources original leathers from the United States, Italy, and Japan, with hand finishing carried out in Japan by Tokunaga and a team of skilled artisans.

Rolling Dub Trio was established in 2007 by founder Katsuya Tokunaga in Asakusa, Tokyo. The company's location in Asakusa was chosen to draw upon the district's centuries-old tradition of high-end artisan bootmaking. Asakusa, located in Tokyo's Taito ward, is historically known as a center for traditional leatherworking and shoemaking craftspeople.

The company operates from The Boots Factory workshop, where Tokunaga and his team of artisans produce boots using small-lot production methods. This approach allows for greater attention to detail and quality control while maintaining the handcrafted nature of each pair.

Rolling Dub Trio entered the United States market in 2018 when ButterScotch became the first retailer to launch the brand in America.

Rolling Dub Trio employs multiple traditional construction methods to create durable, rebuildable footwear. The company utilizes old-world techniques including two-row stitchdown construction and 360-degree flat welt construction. Additional methods include Goodyear welting and Blake/rapid construction, allowing for different performance characteristics across their product line.

The construction process emphasizes heavy, precise stitchwork and cleanly cut uppers. All boots are built to be fully rebuildable and recraftable over time, reflecting the company's commitment to long-term durability and sustainability. Each pair features Cat's Paw heels and branded toe taps for extended wear life.

Production takes place entirely in Japan at The Boots Factory, where small-batch methods ensure quality control and artisanal attention to detail throughout the manufacturing process.

Rolling Dub Trio sources premium materials from multiple countries while completing all hand finishing in Japan. The company uses classic Horween Chromexcel leather from the United States, known for its durability and rich character development over time. Additional materials include sturdy Italian horsehide and other premium horse leathers that serve as signature materials for the brand.

The company specifically seeks out deadstock materials, including finest quality Horween leathers and Cat's Paw soles. Cat's Paw soles, which were absorbed by Vibram in the 1960s, add historical authenticity to the brand's vintage-inspired aesthetic.

Original leathers are sourced from suppliers in the United States, Italy, and Japan, with all hand finishing and treatment carried out by the company's artisans in Japan to ensure consistency and quality standards.

Rolling Dub Trio produces several distinctive boot models that combine vintage Americana styles with avant-garde flair and Japanese attention to detail. Popular models include the Casper, Coupen, Gleaners, Roots, Griffin Boot, and Swan shoes.

The Casper boot demonstrates the company's technical expertise, constructed from a single piece of Horween Chromexcel leather to create a seamless upper design. This construction method eliminates traditional seaming while showcasing the quality of the leather.

The Coupen Mid Cut boot stands five inches tall and represents a hybrid design between a derby shoe and chukka boot. This model exemplifies the company's approach to blending traditional silhouettes with modern functionality.

Additional models in the Griffin Boot line and Swan shoes extend the company's range beyond traditional work boot styles while maintaining the same construction standards and material quality across all offerings.

Rolling Dub Trio boots are designed with East Asian foot shapes in mind, resulting in sizing and fit characteristics that differ from typical American work boots. The boots run approximately one size larger than typical United States sizing, so customers should purchase one size down from their normal US sneaker size.

The last shape is longer, rounder, and narrower than most American work boots, accommodating the typically flatter foot profile common in East Asian populations. This design choice results in boots that do not feature the strong arch support characteristic of American boot makers.

These fit characteristics reflect the company's Japanese origins and primary market, though the sizing differences are important considerations for international customers seeking proper fit.

Rolling Dub Trio boots are priced around 65,000 yen plus tax and shipping for new models purchased directly from Japan. In the United States market, the brand is sold exclusively through select retailers including ButterScotch, Standard & Strange, and URAHARA.

ButterScotch holds the distinction of being the first retailer to launch Rolling Dub Trio in the United States market in 2018. The limited retail presence reflects the brand's small-batch production approach and positioning in the premium heritage footwear market.

Pre-owned models are available through secondary markets, with eBay listings ranging from approximately $384 to $2,606 depending on condition, model, and rarity. This price range reflects both the initial retail cost and the collectible nature of certain limited-production models.