The original sandals launched in 1973 that made Birkenstock a menswear icon
Before the release of the Arizona, Birkenstock was a little-known German shoemaker with roots going all the way back to before the 18th century. But when guys in the ‘70s finally started giving Birks a shot, their comfortable-as-hell footwear became hard to keep in stock worldwide.
The magic is in the cork midsole and leather footbed, which are manufactured sustainably and mold perfectly to your feet the more you wear ‘em. That’s why it’s not uncommon to see guys wear and repair the same sandals for years and years—because that comfortable custom fit you build up is tough to say goodbye to.
Features
Special Birkenstock “Soft Footbed” with an integrated latex foam cushion offers excellent comfort from day one that only gets better with time as the footbed molds to your feet
Shape of footbed is built for proper walking posture, with enough room for your toes to spread out
Lightweight EVA outsole for a cushioned step
Cork material for footbed sustainably extracted from the bark layer of cork oak
Flexible leather upper shapes to the contours of your feet
Made in Germany
Materials
Upper: Leather
Footbed: Cork with a comfortable suede lining
Outsole: Lightweight EVA
Sizing
If you are normally a half size, we recommend sizing down to the nearest whole size
Before trying them on, put one hand under the toe and one under the heel, then flex the footbed a few times—this will initiate the break in period and will help your new sandals feel comfy sooner
US Size
Birkenstock Size
7
40
8
41
9
42
10
43
11
44
12
45
Care
Do not leave your shoes in direct sunlight for extended periods or in closed cars on hot days
Keep Birkenstock footwear away from campfires, fireplaces, and indoor radiators
If your shoes become wet, allow them to air dry slowly, away from direct heat
For the first five or six times you wear your new footwear, limit the time to just a few hours—his allows your feet and body to gradually get used to the contoured arch support as well as the straps and buckles
