Are they really suitable for temperate climes, being impervious to rain and damp?
Thanks!
Alden flog them - they look like normal leather(?) soles, but appear to have been treated with some kind of wax and offer protection against the effects of puddles and rain.
Just found this: Flex Welt or Water Lock Sole – This sole has been soaked in oil so water will not penetrate as quickly as standard leather. Good water resistance and traction in the rain.
So is it suitable for a temperate North Sea climate?