
the craftsman boot. a life’s work.
WE MADE THEM FIRST.
WE MADE THEM TO LAST.
THE Craftsman LAST
Perfecting the Craftsman boot was a life’s work for R.M.Williams. Beautifully constructed and our most popular boot, they’re just as comfortable at a wedding as they are at a worksite. The more time you spend in them, the more you’ll come to enjoy them. They may even become part of your legacy, as they have done for RM himself.


The Craftsman last features a classic chisel-square toe with soft toe cap, flat block leather heel, the iconic RMW tugs and elastic sides. We cater to all sizes from 1 to 17 and also feature a variety of widths all the way from C to X. (C is XXX narrow, E extra narrow, F narrow, G regular, H wide and X extra wide.)
Meet the Craftsman family
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Signature
Worn by world leaders past and present, these finely handcrafted boots are made by our most talented boot makers.Find out more
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Chinchilla
The Chinchilla is made on our classic Craftsman last and hand burnished to give a beautiful antiqued colour variation. Find out more
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Classic
Our iconic RM boots are uniquely made from one piece of the finest yearling leather.Find out more
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Comfort
Classic chisel square toe and flat heel with superior comfort technology that is light weight and flexible.Find out more
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Dynamic Flex
The cushioned Dynamic Flex comfort sole is flexible an durable making it perfect for everyday wearFind out more
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Suede
A premium dress boot featuring luxurious and robust suede-finished leather uppers in rich chocolate and black.Find out more


Signature
Our Signature Craftsman starts as one piece of the finest veal calf leather before being shaped by the hands of our most experienced craftsmen and women. That one piece of leather will pass through over 80 pairs of hands and individual processes in our workshop in Adelaide. When you pull on your boots for the first time, you’ll know it’s an investment, not a purchase. And we’ll know we didn’t just make a boot, we crafted one.
French Veal Calf
Fine grained leather from French calf. Particularly valuable because of its softness, fine grain and durability.
Refined Elegance
The Craftsman last features a refined toe shape, lightweight leather insole, extra-fine stitching around the elastic and traditional v-stitching under the back boot tug.
Classic leather welt sole
Crowned with its fine brass plaque on a fine leather sole with a rich sole stain and signed by our master craftsman.
Signature of style
Once the boots have been crafted, they are placed into the hands of our Master Craftsman, Steve Moore, where each boot is checked, signed off and personally hand-signed by him.
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Chinchilla
Burnishing is an artisanal method that brings out the richness and true characteristics of leather. Our burnished Craftsman boots are as unique as the Australian landscape that has helped shape them; a truly handcrafted boot that will last a lifetime.
European crust leather
The Chinchilla is made with European crust leather and a full kid lining on our classic Craftsman last.
Statement Style
Chinchilla boots feature the R.M.Williams signature tugs, chisel toe, welt lasted, flat heel, leather sole and insole. The antiqued finish makes a statement from the bar to the boardroom.
Classic leather welt sole
Sewn leather welt sole and leather innersole
Artisinal Finish
Artistry and craftsmanship are hallmarks of our beautiful hand-burnished collection. To master our burnishing technique we partnered with Duilio Girotti, an Italian craftsman and burnishing expert.
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Kangaroo
These iconic Craftsman boots are beautifully constructed from one piece of kangaroo leather, one of the strongest leathers for its weight in the world. Made in our factory in Adelaide, the boots feature the classic chisel square toe.
Kangaroo
Kangaroo leather is the strongest leather for its weight in the world.
Work and play
The Kangaroo Craftsman style is one of our most sought after styles and its strength makes it a versatile boot for work and play.
Comfort sole and innersole
These boots feature a leather sole with cushioned 'poron' inner sole. Our Comfort Technology features a fibreglass airport-friendly shank, which reinforces the shape of the boot and supports the arch. Padded heel lining increases the superior comfort of the insole. The Comfort Sole is perfect for everyday wear.
Strength and comfort
Kangaroo leather is naturally soft and strong and is lighter, stronger, and more flexible than goat or cow hide. Kangaroo leather conforms quickly to the foot, wears well and does not absorb as much water as other leathers.


Classic
Our most popular boot, the Craftsman comes in a range of colours, using only the finest yearling leather. It features a classic chisel square toe and flat heel as well as a leather welt sole. Originally designed as a dress boot it is now worn for business and pleasure.
Yearling
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and and durable.
Work and play
The distinctive shape of the last was developed by one of RM’s original employees from 1932. It was designed to be elegant for dress and durable for light work.
Leather welt
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
Heritage
The traditional heritage leather sole of the Craftsman is attached through a welt process - stitched to the boot through a strip of leather running along the edge of the sole. This Goodyear welt construction is the world’s best construction making soles waterproof, strong and flexible and easily re-soled.


Comfort
Beautifully constructed and uniquely made from one piece of leather, our Comfort Craftsman boots come in a range of colours. The Comfort Sole is perfect for everyday wear and can be styled up or down.
Yearling
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and and durable.
Relaxed comfort
Style these classic boots with everything from chinos to relaxed denim for an elevated smart-casual vibe.
Non-slip composition sole and comfort innersole.
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
Comfort Sole
Our Comfort Technology features a fibreglass airport-friendly shank, which reinforces the shape of the boot and supports the arch. Padded heel lining increases the superior comfort of the insole. Soft, durable microfibre ‘sock lining’ draws moisture away from the foot, allowing it to breathe. Light sole construction increases flexibility while retaining the durability of a composition sole.


Dynamic
A comfortable, light and flexible sole ensures this version of the Craftsman gets special attention for comfort whilst standing or working all day.
Yearling
Yearling cowhide is a versatile fine grained leather from yearling aged cattle. It is supple and and durable.
Casual Elegance
The neatly tapered toes and smooth linings score full marks for style and comfort. Whether you wear them with jeans or a suit, you won’t be disappointed.
Combination leather and rubber
A mixture of rubber & leather sole, with an orthotic inner sole for additional cushioning and support. Insole can be removed to accommodate orthotic inserts.
Comfort Technology
The Dynamic Flex sole is a mixture of rubber and leather sole, with an orthotic inner sole for additional cushioning & support. It is attached through a welt process - stitched to the boot through a strip of leather running along the edge of the sole. The Goodyear welt construction is world’s best construction, ensuring soles are waterproof, strong and flexible, and the boot can be repeatedly resoled. The combination of leather and rubber provides unique sole flexibility, hence, dynamic flex.


Suede
The suede craftsman evolved from our classic original Craftsman boot which stands the test of time with it’s elegant timeless style. are a classic piece of footwear that will up your style game immediately if worn well.
Suede
Suede is a type of fuzzy leather with a napped finish. Suede has a more porous finish which holds dye well, meaning more intense colour saturation.
Dress up or down
If you’re wearing suede, you’re already making a bit of a statement. Smart suede boots can be dressed up or dressed down to whatever extent you see fit.
Leather Welt with leather innersole
The classic sole is sewn leather welt construction with a leather lining.
Fair weather friends
Suede boots appear more casual than traditional leather styles and can provide outfits with a relaxed feel. When choosing between the colours, black is best for creating an urban outfit and that brown can offer a relaxed country look. Also, as suede shoes can easily get wet and ruined, remember to coat yours with a water-resistant suede protector to keep them looking sharp even during winter.
