Molton Dark Brown Rough-Out Suede
Molton is an official Crockett & Jones Icons Collection shoe, chosen here in Dark Brown Rough-Out Suede as the clearest read of the line.
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Story & heritage
Crockett & Jones was established in 1879 in Northampton, England; Wikipedia describes the company as specialising in Goodyear-welted footwear. The official US store places Molton inside its Men's Icons Collection, making this a source-grounded brand icon rather than a memory-only pick.
Molton, a classic, but now world-renowned chukka boot made from dark brown rough-out suede with Dainite rubber soles. From the Men's Main Collection. Rough-out suede is a material that ‘roughs-up’ during wear. Over time, it takes on a rugged, worn aesthetic which makes it our most casual material in the collection. If left uncared for, you will find it lightens and continues to become rougher in look and feel. However, rough-out suede very much benefits from an annual covering in dubbin to uphold its water resistance. An application of dubbin will also darken down the leather, and reduce its rough appearance bringing back some ‘newness’. When ordered online, all rough-out suede shoes/boots are pre-treated before they are shipped. If in store, you can also speak to our staff about caring for rough-out suede.
Materials & craft
Official US product data lists Molton as a Boot from the Main Collection. This selected version is Dark Brown Rough-Out Suede with Dainite Rubber on Last 336 in E (Standard) fitting.
How to choose & style
Build around its boot weight: denim, cords, waxed cotton, knitwear and winter tailoring all make sense. Rubber or Dainite soles push it toward all-weather wear; suede and wax finishes keep it casual.
