Sebago Icons: Meet the Docksides Portland

Artisan-Crafted Journeys Transform Leather into Lifelong Companions

Every single pair of Docksides has been on its own unique journey, crafted by the hands of expert artisans who, with years of experience and highly specialized skills, lovingly transform a single piece of leather into a work of art and a lifelong companion. 

Crafting Excellence: The Art of Precision in Docksides' Signature Hand-Sewn Construction

A punch adds embellishments, and a paring knife refines edges to avoid bulkiness. Stitching the pieces requires extreme precision and hand-eye coordination. Hand-sewing the vamp with raised apron stitching defines Docksides' signature, using twisted threads for strength. This foundational stage demands skilled shoemakers familiar with Docksides' anatomy.

Shaping Comfort in Every Step with Docksides

Lasting, a key technique, shapes the shoe as the lower part stretches over a last—a wooden foot model—for a comfortable fit. 

Crafting Perfection: Artisans Ensure Flawless Finish in Docksides' Final Insole Insertion.

Our artisans meticulously remove any stray threads, excess glue or other marks, accepting nothing but perfection. After this, the insole can be inserted, which marks the very final stage before packaging.

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