You’ll only find the Lancaster in black with a polished binder finish because, why mess with a classic? Since 1970 its sleek, sophisticated appearance has been defined by the delicacy of it’s decorations - subtle double stitching graces the toe cap and quarter lining while a high-shine polished binder finish is artfully achieved by buffing the grain and replacing it with pigment, gradually building depth of shading to enhance the natural beauty of the leather. Crafted on the 173 last, it’s traditional English aesthetic is further enhanced by it’s hardy storm welt and double sole construction, making the Lancaster a durable, water repellent shoe, perfect for the English weather!------Made in Northampton, England.