ETQ HB 01 Rugged Black Full Grain Leather

Hiking-inspired proportions meet a restrained black finish in the ETQ HB 01 Rugged Black Full Grain Leather. Lacing rises above the ankle through hiker hooks for a secure wrap, while the deep-tread rubber outsole adds a substantial base. The result brings outdoor character into an everyday city wardrobe, rather than onto a mountain summit.

Combine it with dark denim and a coat for a confident, understated look. The full grain leather starts with a firm feel, then softens and develops an individual patina as the boots become part of your regular rotation.

• Conceived in the Netherlands and made by hand in Portugal at ETQ’s longstanding family-run factory partner.
• Black full grain leather from Curtumes Iberia in Alcanena, Portugal, an LWG Gold-certified tannery.
• Hiker-style eyelet hooks help secure the boot around the ankle.
• Rugged rubber outsole with a deeper tread designed for uneven surfaces.
• Welted construction uses a leather strip and stitching to connect the upper and sole rather than a glued attachment.
• Hand-lasted assembly combines 20 to 40 individual components, followed by two inspections before each pair leaves the factory.
• Removable memory foam insoles adapt to the foot and allow replacement with fresh footbeds or personal orthotics.
• A complete leather lining gradually softens and settles around the foot.
• Concealed reinforcement at the toe and heel supports lasting shape retention.
• Finished with the recognisable ETQ square at the heel.
• A reusable travel bag is included. The white presentation box also serves as the delivery carton, removing the need for an additional outer box.

The leather retains the hide’s natural outer layer without sanding or buffing away its grain and strong fibres. Each hide is assessed for finish, colour, surface and thickness before cutting. Small differences in texture and shade reflect the material’s natural character, while continued wear brings softness and a progressively richer patina.

Brush away dust and clean gently with a slightly damp cloth. Apply leather conditioner a few times throughout the year. The material has natural water resistance, but damp boots should be left to dry at room temperature, away from direct heat.