Samelin — Boots made in Estonia since 1945 — worn by NATO armies.

516 aka High Aviator Boots – Red

131.09

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Damn, if you are here, you are probably braver than us as you consider wearing red boots. 516 aka High Aviator Boots, are a taller version of our popular Aviator ankle boots. Aviators are no-nonsense unisex boots made of water-repellent leather that are suitable for wearing everywhere, in the city and the woods, and any weather. They are manufactured in Europe according to NATO AQAP 2110 standard by the same factory making one of the most legendary military boots, M77s. The same manufacturer has also worked with well-known brands, including Dr. Martens and Rossignol. So we assure you they last longer and are of better quality than similar, more expensive “fashion boots” in your local shoestores. As Aviators have no lining besides genuine leather, we recommend wearing warmer socks in freezing weather. 
The sizes run large. We recommend choosing one size down, e.g if you wear your Nike’s size 41, our boots at size 40 will be excellent.
Upper: Water-repellent genuine leather
Outsole: Direct-injected PU
Lining: Leather, no extra lining
Insole: Anatomical, antibacterial and washable
Weight: 1,4 kg (size 41)
Manufacturer Standards: NATO AQAP 2110, ISO 9001
Where It’s Made: Estonia, Europe

EU / UK size guide

Adult

EU3535.53636.53737.5
UK2.533.5444.5
EU3838.53939.54040.5
UK55.5666.57
EU4141.54242.54343.5
UK7.57.588.599
EU4444.54545.54647
UK9.51010.5111112
EU4849505152
UK13141515.516

Kids

EU181920212223
UK2344.55.56
EU242526272829
UK77.58.591011
EU3031323334
UK11.512.51312

This is a general guide to help you find your usual UK size. EU and UK scales do not line up exactly, so conversions are approximate and fit varies between makers.

Note: UK children's sizes restart at 1 after 13.

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    • Ireland — 24.59 flat for any number of Samelin items
    • Netherlands — 13.52 flat for any number of Samelin items
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SKU: 516582400 Categories: ,
Additional information
EU shoe size38, 35, 46, 40, 41, 48, 47, 44, 43, 37, 36, 42, 39, 45
MaterialLeather
StyleClassic
ForUnisex
OccasionEveryday, Outdoor
ColourRed
Shipping & Delivery
Delivery in 3–8 business days after dispatch
  • Ireland — 24.59 flat for any number of Samelin items
  • Netherlands — 13.52 flat for any number of Samelin items
About the Brand
Samelin has been manufacturing high-quality boots in Estonia for over 75 years. The company has partnered with brands like Rossignol and Dr. Martens. Their combat boots are worn by NATO armies, including those of Germany, Norway, Estonia, and Finland. Known for their durability, Samelin also produces no-nonsense military, work, and hiking boots. All Samelin combat boots meet NATO AQAP 2110 and ISO 9001 standards. In 2017, Samelin was named Estonia's Defense Industry Company of the Year.

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