Alden Black Shell Cordovan Derby Jumper Boot

Discover the enduring strength of this Alden Jumper Boot, crafted from black shell cordovan with a deep, lustrous finish that only improves with age. The derby-style open lacing adds versatility and comfort across the instep, while the higher boot profile lends it a rugged yet refined character. Built on a robust last with a sturdy sole, it is a design that bridges casual durability with timeless elegance.

Alden is world-renowned for its work with shell cordovan, a leather prized for its exceptional density, mirror-like shine, and ability to develop a rich patina over decades. Each pair requires painstaking handwork in the brand’s Massachusetts workshop, where skilled artisans cut, stitch, and shape the leather through a process that takes many months. The result is a boot that combines American heritage with uncompromising quality, designed to withstand years of wear while becoming uniquely personal to its owner.

Composition: 100% Shell Cordovan

Color: Black

Pattern: Plain

True to Size

Founded in 1884 in Middleborough, Massachusetts, Alden is one of the last remaining American shoemakers still producing high-quality, Goodyear-welted footwear by hand. Known especially for its use of Horween Shell Cordovan leather, Alden combines time-honored craftsmanship with orthopedic comfort and classic New England style. Each pair reflects over a century of dedication to traditional shoemaking, with carefully selected materials, hand-finished details, and construction built to last for decades.

Shipping

• Complimentary shipping on orders over €200 (Netherlands), €500 (EU), and €1,000 (rest of world

• Orders below these thresholds are charged based on destination

• All items ship directly from Amsterdam, The Netherlands

• Customs duties and import fees outside the EU are the customer’s responsibility

Returns

EU customers have the right to withdraw within 14 days of delivery.

• Return shipping is at the customer’s expense

• Items must be returned unworn and in original condition

• Any use beyond indoor fitting may result in a diminished refund

Orders outside the European Union are exported goods and considered final sale (no returns).

Altered or tailored items are final sale.

Please review measurements and quality control comments carefully before ordering. As a small independent boutique we encourage thoughtful purchasing. For any questions, feel free to contact us before placing your order.

To preserve the beauty and integrity , we recommend following a few specific guidelines: avoid prolonged exposure to sources of light, heat and humidity; avoid contact with greasy or oily substances, make-up, perfumes or solvents; it is best to avoid contact with water and place cedar wooden shoe trees in the pair after wear.

The sole has been partially resoled, with a rubber anti-slip panel added to the front half of the shoe.