VASS Shoes EU Size 40 (UK Size 6) Budapester Brown Calf NEW + VASS Original Shoe Trees The VASS Budapest presents itself as a masterful full-brogue derby and embodies the absolute essence of classic craftsmanship. In the heart of the capital, the Hungarian manufactory has made it its life's mission to preserve the historical heritage of the Austro-Hungarian shoemaking tradition in its purest form. In the traditional workshops of László Vass, whose expertise as the author of the international standard work on handmade men's shoes enjoys worldwide recognition, work is carried out far removed from industrial processes. With carefully guided tools, footwear is created there that is deeply rooted in the history of European craftsmanship. The fine, rich brown calfskin of this model is impressively showcased by the detailed, traditionally punched broguing on the wingtip and along the edges. Every step of the process testifies to the unconditional dedication of the master craftsmen, who pass on their knowledge of the elaborate welted construction from generation to generation. The balanced proportions of the P2 last give the shoe a classic shape, elegantly supported by the masterfully crafted leather sole. Thanks to the open lacing, the model offers a natural entry and presents itself as the epitome of substantial, first-class craftsmanship. It is a quiet commitment to artisanal consistency and the enduring dignity of ancient crafts. Size: EU Size 40 (UK Size 6) Total outer length: approx. 27.5 cm Inner length: approx. 26.5 cm Width: approx. 10 cm Leather/ Outer condition: NEW Heel/ Sole: NEW Miscellaneous: In its honest and timeless form, the Budapester rests as a silent preserver of great Hungarian shoemaking art. The original VASS shoe trees included with this pair are far more than a mere accessory; they form the indispensable foundation for the care of this shoe. Carefully crafted in Hungarian workshops, they are made from moisture-regulating beech wood and precisely tailored to the volume of the last. In this way, they permanently maintain the handmade shape and bear witness to the uncompromising quality standards of the Budapest masters. Original box and shoe bags are not included.