Samelin — Boots made in Estonia since 1945 — worn by NATO armies.
517 aka Aviator Boots – Brown
€104.69
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517 aka Aviator Boots, are no-nonsense unisex ankle boots made of water-repellent leather that are suitable for wearing everywhere, in the city and the woods, and in 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.
Upper: Water-repellent genuine leather
Outsole: Direct-injected PU
Lining: Leather, no extra lining
Insole: Anatomical, antibacterial and washable
Weight: 1,2 kg (size 41)
Manufacturer Standards: NATO AQAP 2110, ISO 9001
Where It’s Made: Estonia, Europe
- 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
- 30-day returns — send it back for a full refund of the product price and the original delivery charge
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| EU shoe size | 41, 40, 44, 36, 43, 42, 35, 48, 47, 46, 45, 39, 38, 37 |
|---|---|
| Material | Leather |
| Style | Classic |
| For | Unisex |
| Occasion | Everyday, Outdoor |
| Colour | Brown |
- Ireland — €24.59 flat for any number of Samelin items
- Netherlands — €13.52 flat for any number of Samelin items
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