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Side view of Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II shoe on a white background. The shoe is black leather with a thick sole and lace-up closure.
Studio shot of a Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II shoe. The black leather shoe features a lace-up closure and a thick sole with visible stitching, set against a clean white backdrop.
Close-up of a Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II shoe on a white background. The black leather and thick sole are clearly visible.
Close-up of the sole of a Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II shoe on a white background. The sole is black and has a lug pattern.
Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II shoes on a white surface. The leather shoes have black laces and a thick black sole with white stitching.

Paraboot Black Leather Michael Marche II

£385.00

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We offer free postage on all UK returns.

Produced in the French Alps for over 100 years using artisan techniques, Paraboot are known for their chunky Norwegian welted construction, the luxury leathers they use and their traditional production methods. (And for how easy they are to style.)

The Michael—80 years old this year—has become a cult classic the world over. The ideal blend of luxury and versatility, with a chunky rubber sole, piped seams, hand-stitching, and they are laced with two eyelets.

  • Made in France.
  • Generous fit.
  • Two eyelet laces.
  • Leather lining and insoles.
  • Piped seams.
  • Norwegian welted construction.
  • Vulcanised natural rubber sole.
  • Product code: 715604

Free standard shipping on orders over £50.

Standard Shipping 2-3 working days from dispatch - £3.95.

Express Delivery - 1-2 working days from dispatch - £10. (Not available during sale periods).

DPD Pickup: Collection - £2.95 Standard fee. Free Delivery over £50.

Harper 'Try before you buy'. - Greater London only. £20 flat fee, all orders.

Free shipping on orders over $500.

Standard Shipping - 3-4 working days from dispatch - $10 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - $30 (plus tax). (Not available during sale periods).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx, and import duties are reduced by 20% on all US orders.

Free shipping on orders over €100.

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 working days from dispatch - €10 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 working days from dispatch - €25 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods)

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over €300 - DDP service (delivery & duties paid).

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - €7.50 (plus tax).

Express Shipping- DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - €25 (plus tax). (Not available during sale periods).

Free shipping on orders over £200 - DDP service (delivery & duties paid).

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - £15 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - £25 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods).

Free shipping on orders over $400CAD.

Standard Shipping - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - $35 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - $45 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over $450AUD.

Standard Shipping - 5-7 Working days from dispatch - $30 (plus tax).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over £350.

Courier Service - 5-7 Working days from dispatch £25 (plus tax).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Returns are free for all UK customers.

The return cost to the USA is £15.

The return cost to Ireland is £20.

The return cost to the European Union is £20.

The return cost to the European Union (Without Euro) is £20.

The return cost to Canada is £20.

The return cost to Australia is £30.

The return cost to the rest of the world is £30.

We are confident you will love your new UW, but in the event you are unhappy with your purchase and you need to return your order for a refund or an exchange, we are happy to help. For our full returns policy, please visit our 'Returns' page here.

FAQs

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This service is a flat £10. On top of any items you keep.

Yes as long as your order has not been despatched. Please contact our customer service team at web@universalworks.com. Or call us on 0115 9249363.

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