Berwick 1707
Berwick 1707 is a Spanish men's and women's shoe brand from Almansa that specialises in Goodyear welted footwear. All stages of production take place in its own vertically integrated factory.
| Base | Almansa, Spain |
|---|---|
| Construction | Goodyear welt |
| Production | Vertically integrated own factory |
| Name origin | Battle of Almansa, 1707 |
| Website | berwickshoes.com |
What is Berwick 1707?
Berwick 1707 is a Goodyear welted footwear brand made in Almansa, in the province of Albacete, Spain. The name refers to the Battle of Almansa of 25 April 1707, won by the Duke of Berwick for Philip V.
History
The brand was created in the final third of the twentieth century, when an established footwear manufacturer in Almansa decided to invest in a line of shoes built with the Goodyear welt construction, a method dating back to Charles Goodyear Jr.'s nineteenth century stitching machine patents.
Products and positioning
Production is vertically integrated: every stage of shoemaking happens in the same factory, with components made in house from raw materials almost entirely of European origin. The range includes:
- Men's shoes: Oxfords, bluchers, boots, moccasins, buckle shoes and cordovan models
- Women's Goodyear and Blake stitched shoes
- The Premium Grade line
- Accessories such as shoe trees, brushes, belts and socks
Distribution
Berwick 1707 sells through its own online store and a network of points of sale, and is listed among slow fashion footwear brands by specialist guides.
Why it matters
Berwick 1707 is an example of Spain's quality shoemaking heritage, competing internationally on construction and in house manufacturing.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Berwick 1707 shoes made?
Berwick 1707 shoes are made in the brand's own factory in Almansa, Spain.
Why is the brand called Berwick 1707?
The name refers to the Duke of Berwick's victory at the Battle of Almansa in 1707.