Lucchese boots become more beautiful over the years as the leather begins to form distinct marks and creases, adding character and history to the boot. To create the look of an heirloom boot, Lucchese engineers worked to develop a “10 year old stonewash” method—a similar process that is used to distress denim. A Lucchese artisan will begin by sanding down the leather and then coat the boots with a dark gloss. The boots will finally be distressed with dry coarse rocks, giving the boots a vintage look.

Also see:

• A Study in Detail, Part 1: Lemonwood Pegs
• A Study in Detail, Part 2: Hand-Stitching
• A Study in Detail, Part 3: Lasting
• A Study in Detail, Part 4: Dies
• A Study in Detail, Part 5: Matching Skins 
• A Study in Detail, Part 6: Tooling
• A Study in Detail, Part 7: Crocodile Leathers