Description

The White's x Division Road Horween Brown CXL MPM1 is a 6" pattern that honors the rich history of Otto White's footwear production for military servicemen and is based on WWII infantry field and officer dress boots. This adapted MPM1 pattern features a plain toe and triple-stitched counter with a single-piece design for a clean composition that offers both function and durability for daily duty in the modern world, from the workshop to the street. These Division Road White's are characterized by the classic Brown CXL, which is dye-struck on the top grain and features a natural core that reveals the lighter color beneath, particularly in deep scuffs and high-wear areas. Chromexcel by Horween is the original pull-up leather, developed from a nearly century-old secret recipe of techniques, materials, and finishes. It is known for its flexibility, comfort, and durability. This boot is designed in collaboration with Master Shoemaker and now CEO, Eric Kinney, to hallmark the quintessentially Northwest multi-paneled upper that allows for comprehensive rebuilds and pairs with White's exclusive stitchdown construction tradition using their unique hand-sewn and all-leather builds, all refined with our functional design approach that honors the original craftsmanship, history, and lifetime durability with a fresh perspective. This MPM1 uniquely uses the 5050 Last in an accommodating E width, combining the sleek, classic almond-toe dress shape of the MP Last with the more moderate profile and trademark Arch-Ease support of the 55 Last, resulting in a sophisticated military-dress aesthetic and a fully functional work boot. We exclusively enhanced White's hand-sewn welted methods with a tonally corresponding Natural CXL welt to match the natural-finished leather midsole, set atop a Vibram 4014 Christy industrial sole for all-purpose comfort, combined with a single-row, hand-sewn stitchdown to allow greater flexibility and a clean aesthetic for the long haul. Finally, this exclusive MPM1 features a bellows tongue, oxidized eyelets, and is completed with a custom White's collar stamp and a WB x DR collaboration insole stamp, adding refined elements to a rugged make. Made as a hallmark of White's unaltered, hand-sewn traditions and customized to Division Road specifications, this MPM1 has a polished aesthetic for urban environments and is built for all outdoor conditions.