Stitchdown's Boot Camp 2024
When Ben (@stitchdown) first told us about his big boot event idea, it was never a question of whether Grant Stone would participate. After all, who could say no to...
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Five Common Sizing Mistakes
One of our priorities is to help our customers find the size best suited for them. Of course, many variables affect sizing, but the proper selection can be straightforward when...
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Windup Watch Fair San Francisco
Say hello at our booth April 28th-30th, 2023, in San Francisco at the Windup Watch Fair! The Worn and Wound team is among the most hospitable people we know, allowing...
Five Common Sizing Mistakes
One of our priorities is to help our customers find the size best suited for them. Of course, many variables affect sizing, but the proper selection can be straightforward when...
The Attraction to Horween Chromexcel
A collection of tanneries around the world specialize in footwear leather suitable for a better-grade Goodyear-welt shoe or boot. When sourcing leather for a product, you must consider several facets....
What 'Made in China' Means to Grant Stone
Our customers often ask about the production of our footwear, primarily wondering why we chose to make our collection in China. Historically, Goodyear-welt footwear is more commonly made in...
Abbeyhorn Deer Bone
The deer bone produces satisfactory results when smoothing a variety of leathers. Here we demonstrate how to properly hydrate and smooth your leather articles using the deer bone and a...
The 60-Year Career
I sat down with our Founder & Director Wyatt Gilmore's grandfather, Floyd Gilmore, to hear why after sixty two years, he's still dreaming of shoes.
Grant Stone Sit Down Series | James F.
Our friend and fellow Goodyear-welt footwear enthusiast James F. sits down to tell us about his approach to lasting style and Thinking Big.
Grant Stone loafers, worth the wait
We are excited to announce the availability of our first loafer, the Traveler Penny. Three years in the making, our modern take on the classic penny loafer has gone through too many...
The Easygoing Longwing
Our Crimson Longwing was our first longwing to utilize the rubber micro stud outsole, ideal for year-round wearability. In fact it is our only longwing with a rubber sole, giving the...
Can dress shoes be everyday shoes? Thoughts on a leather shoe's practicality
We receive a lot of questions revolving around the practicality of Goodyear-welt shoes. The use of high-end leather (versus a man-made material) along with the price point can lead to...
Introducing: Bourbon Suede
It has been a great 3rd year for us at Grant Stone. We heard your suggestions to create a Longwing in a medium shade of brown suede and, just in...
Behind the Build: Phil Kalas of Ashland Leather Co.
Ashland Leather Co. is dedicated to making a wallet that will last forever, in terms of construction, quality, and style. Enjoy this interview with co-owner Phil Kalas as we learn...
Black Calf Leather Pre-Order | 4 Patterns, One Week Only
To celebrate the spookiest season and our co-founder Randy's birthday, we are introducing a truly special limited run of boots and bluchers crafted from a rich black Italian calf leather for one...
The Online Movement
We are excited about the future of online purchasing, and are working hard to create a better and more educational experience for the customer. Talking with our valued customers, whether...
September Journal
Have you considered wearing your Goodyear-welt shoes without socks? Our co-founder Wyatt weighs in on his experience with switching to GYW footwear for the long run.