Meindl

Meindl is a family shoemaking company based in Kirchanschöring in the Traunstein district of Bavaria, Germany, run today by Lukas and Lars Meindl. The family's shoemaking roots in the village go back to the late 17th century. Its own factory makes boots and shoes in several lines: mountain and hiking boots, multifunction and leisure shoes, the Pure Freedom barefoot-feel shoe, children's footwear, traditional Haferl shoes and winter boots, plus socks and care products. Many models use GORE-TEX linings and Meindl's own fit systems such as Air Revolution, MFS Vakuum and Meindl Identity. UK airsoft and military kit shops stock its sturdy leather walking boots for use in the field. Meindl sells through specialist outdoor and footwear dealers rather than direct, and offers a repair and resoling service.

2 shops

• ArmyKit.comManchester, Greater Manchester
• GoArmyGlasgow, Glasgow City