Sperry 0836981 Mens Authentic Original 2-Eye Boat Shoe Black

Sperry 0836981 Mens Authentic Original 2-Eye Boat Shoe Black - Our Authentic Original™ Boat Shoe has defined coastal style for decades through its supreme craftsmanship, signature technology, and iconic silhouette.

• Rawhide Laces With 360° Lacing System™ For A Customizable, Secure Fit
• Durable, Flexible Non-Marking Outsole
• EVA Foam Midsole For Lightweight Shock Absorption
• Genuine Handsewn Moccasin Construction Inspired By North American Shoe Design
• Signature Sperry Razor-Cut Wave-Siping™ Technology For The Ultimate Wet/Dry Traction
• Premium Leather Sourced From Gold And Silver-Rated Tanneries
• Color: Black
• Style # 0836981 

Our founder, Paul Sperry, was born into a family with a long sea-faring tradition. Paul grew up listening to his great-grandfather speak of wild adventures in the South Seas. These tales set the stage for young Paul’s inventive spirit, passion for sailing and curiosity for adventure.

The rough seas, a slippery deck and a struggle for sure footing almost cost Paul Sperry his life; and began his long and ambitious quest for a solution. One day in 1935, after watching his dog dart effortlessly across the ice on a cold Connecticut day, he was inspired to carve grooves – like those on his dog's paws – into the bottom of a rubber sole. In that moment of inspiration, the world's first boat shoe was born.

Every single member of the Cruising Club of America wrote to Mr. Sperry to request a pair of these remarkable new boat shoes. Nothing else kept sailors safe on deck.

During World War II, the US War Department named Sperry Top-Sider as one of the official shoes of the US Navy

The Kennedy family is photographed while on vacation, triggering a love affair with the active nautical life and classic American style. Sperry Top-Sider boat shoes and sneakers become established as an integral element of this iconic look.

The Official Preppy Handbook endorses the Sperry Top-Sider Authentic Original as the footwear symbol of classic Prep style, marking a legacy of good taste.

Dennis Conner leads the America’s Cup Team that wins back the trophy for the United States in 1987. Sperry Top-Sider is the official shoe of the America’s Cup.