Escape Boots

The Escape Boots employ stitchdown construction across all variants. This traditional method involves stitching the upper directly to the outsole with the leather turned outward, creating a visible welt that contributes to both durability and water resistance. Most variants are built on the 001 Last, though the Natural Chromexcel Rough version uses the 007 Last for a different fit profile.

Each boot features a leather lining and leather midsole, with color-matched or natural midsoles depending on the variant. Hardware includes vintage brass eyelets on most models, with some variants featuring chocolate-colored eyelets.

XBXS sources leather from established tanneries in the United States, United Kingdom, and Italy. The Escape Boots are offered in several leather options:

Horween Chromexcel variants include Brown Chromexcel, Natural Chromexcel Rough, and Natural Waxed Flesh Chromexcel. These leathers from the United States provide the characteristic pull-up effect and durability associated with Chromexcel.

C.F. Stead Kudu options include Black Kudu and Snuff Kudu from the United Kingdom tannery. Kudu leather offers a distinctive grain texture and durability.

Maryam Toscanello Horse TPR from Italy provides an alternative leather choice from the Italian tannery known for shell cordovan and other premium equine leathers.

All variants feature leather linings for breathability and comfort.

The boots use various Dr. Sole outsole and heel combinations depending on the variant. Most models feature the #1220 Supergrip Full Sole paired with the #1230 Original Half Heel. Some variants instead use the #1091 Cork Half Sole with the #1101w Cork Whole Heel with Washers for a different aesthetic and wear characteristic.

The Natural Chromexcel Rough variant employs the #1122 Raw Cord Full Sole with the #1132w Trooper's Corded Heel, providing a more rugged corded appearance.

The Escape Boots are available in European sizes 37 through 47, including half sizes. Width is listed as E across all variants. As made-to-order products, the boots require approximately four weeks for production and delivery.

Pricing for most variants is $899.00 USD, with the Snuff Kudu version priced at $999.00 USD. XBXS includes free global shipping and covers applicable taxes in the listed price.

XBXS Boots Factory is a footwear manufacturer based in Dongguan, China, established in 2008. The company initially operated as an OEM manufacturer for European and American footwear brands before launching its own line of boots in 2012. The factory employs twenty craftsmen who produce boots using traditional handmade methods. XBXS produces multiple boot models including the Escape Boots, Miner Boots, and Engineer Boots, utilizing both Goodyear welt and stitchdown construction methods.