The personality that Crownhill Shoes tries to give to each model that composes our collection is not only a matter of design, but is also the materials used for its manufacture. The color or the functionality of the shoe requires that we trust a specific sort of leather, from the best tanneries in Europe and whose choice is not a random occurrence. Here we tell you which ones are their main characteristics and why they are associated with particular footwear.



Crust

Crust Leather

This natural Finnish Calf leather has very fine pore and very exquisite, which is dyed manually with anilines until it acquires the most wanted tonality. Being an artisanal process, it is difficult to achieve uniform shades, especially in the lighter ones, although its main attraction is precisely its natural finish and the light transparency in its colors, which gives great distinction and versatility. In any case, we must be careful not to apply creams or waxes to the leather with an alcohol base to avoid losing color.



Boxcalf from Weinheimer

Boxcalf Weinheimer

To obtain the finest black color you have to appeal to Weinheimer's leather. This manufacturer offers leathers of the highest quality with a dark tone that astonishes by its intensity and by that unique reflection that we can contemplate with natural light. These are rough leathers with a very fine pore, the result of a very demanding selection of material, coming mostly from calves from Alpine France. For this reason, the Weinheimer Boxcalf is one of the leathers most appreciated by the big brands.



Boxcalf from Degermann

Boxcalf Degermann

Originally from the French region of Alsace, the Degermann family has been producing leather of great attractiveness and vintage beauty for 500 years, mixing traditional techniques with the latest advances in tanning. This leather, folds in a very softly way barely leaving wrinkles, it is also subjected to a treatment with creams to achieve reflections that look impressive in the sunlight. In addition, in burgundy color it is also exceptional.



Grain Leather

Grain Leather

The grain leather is characterized by its great durability, standing very well the friction and lasting over the years. If we add to this a greater water resistance, it is understandable that it is an ideal sort of leather for boots and country shoes, with a more sporty style. The Roux tannery is so specialized in grain leather of first quality, practically works exclusively on this material, discarding other variants.



Zonta Suede

Zonta Suede

The Italian manufacturers are considered the kings of the suede, since they manage to give an incomparable coloration. The Zonta comes from full grain leather - never of "splits", of lower quality - that offer a silky touch and an exquisite velvety appearance, a suede in which the combing effect offer a great vividness.



Raggio Di Sole

Raggio Di Sole leather

It is leather that comes with a very fine grain, a soft touch and a very attractive shine. Its resistance is superior to any other leathers such as Boxcalf or Crust, so it does not require such meticulous care. In this way it has a good response to scratches and will maintain the original appearance of the shoe for longer.



Boxcalf from Annonay

Boxcalf Annonay

It is the leather that we use in models that go brown in any of its different shades, whether in cognac, tan or chocolate. Annonay is a French town with a long tradition in the treatment of calf leather dating back to the 12th century. The Vegan leather is specially chosen to make Boxcalf in colors others than black, represents the main exponent of its highest product line, which they make available to the most prestigious footwear brands.



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The leather is the main protagonist

Dressing the shoe with the best leather of the best quality is a must in order to get that neat and distinguished footwear that we are passionate about. Coming from the best tanneries in Europe and displaying an enviable softness, resilience and elasticity, they are subjected to a meticulous cutting process in which the human factor seems indispensable to achieve the best finish.