Product Description
Introducing our most popular boot, now built on the all-new ROD last. With a fit that closely mirrors our trusted HOK last, this Chelsea boot is crafted for both comfort and versatility. Made using the finest boxcalf, this boot is meticulously hand-blocked on the last and features a one-piece wholecut pattern for a sleek and refined look. The key to its flexibility? The combination of our revolutionary Ultraflex System Construction and the Lightweight Cleated sole.
The Ultraflex System is a breakthrough in Goodyear Welt craftsmanship — a newly developed approach that blends superior quality, timeless style, and unmatched comfort. By combining advanced materials and innovative techniques, these Chelsea boots set a new standard in comfort for welted footwear.
Goodyear welted on the ROD last, these boots offer an exceptional fit with the added benefits of the Ultraflex System. The soft, supple underside of the French boxcalf leather ensures all-day comfort, while our lightweight cleated rubber sole provides excellent grip and durability without adding bulk. It's the perfect balance of performance and elegance — making these boots a game-changer in your wardrobe.
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Extended Sizing:
**This style is part of our new range of Extended Sizing, we've worked to offer a selection styles in a unified sizing system ranging from size 2 to size 13 in order to provide as many options as possible to both men and women. For this style men we do recommend to go with their regular UK size, whereas we do recommend women going 1 full size down from their regular UK Meermin size or 3.5 sizes down from their US size.**
· Extended Sizes range comes in sizes from 2UK to 13UK in order to cover all sizing needs.
· Women's take 3.5 sizes down from your US size or take 1 full size down from your UK Meermin size.
· This style comes with an additional removable insole to adjust fit if necessary.
Specification
Ultraflex system
Rod
Rod Last
The ROD last features a casual round toe shape and a truly acommodating fit. As its sister HOK last, the ROD is a voluminous last, featuring a wide ball tread, providing superior comfort to the wearer. It is one of our most forgiving & comfortable lasts within our range. Providing excellent support while retaining a snug heel control so that the foot remains in place avoiding any slippage or sliding-forward to within the boot.
The ROD last is exclusive to the Ultraflex System range.
The Ultraflex System is our newest take on the Goodyear Welt construction — A whole new system developed from scratch where Quality & Style meet real Comfort. This system is a combination of materials & technique making these shoes, the most comfortable Welted dress shoe in the market. We've maintained the lines & look of our HOK last, but adjusted to be able to accommodate the double insole system during production, without affecting the overall fit.
The most popular styles on the ROD last are our Service, Jumper & Wholecut Chelsea Boots.
Note: All Meermin Shoes are UK Sized. Take 1 full size down from your US size. ROD Last Measurements:
| UK Size | Insole Length | Insole Width | Ball Girth | Foot Length |
| 2 | 239.6 mm | 85 mm | 212 mm | 219.7 mm |
| 2.5 | 243.9 mm | 86 mm | 215 mm | 224 mm |
| 3 | 248.2 mm | 87 mm | 218 mm | 228.3 mm |
| 3.5 | 252.5 mm | 88 mm | 221 mm | 232.6 mm |
| 4 | 256.8 mm | 89 mm | 224 mm | 236.9 mm |
| 4.5 | 261.1 mm | 90 mm | 227 mm | 241.2 mm |
| 5 | 265.4 mm | 91 mm | 230 mm | 245.5 mm |
| 5.5 | 269.7 mm | 92 mm | 233 mm | 249.8 mm |
| 6 | 274 mm | 93 mm | 236 mm | 254.1 mm |
| 6.5 | 278.4 mm | 94 mm | 239 mm | 258.4 mm |
| 7 | 282.7 mm | 95 mm | 242 mm | 262.7 mm |
| 7.5 | 287 mm | 96 mm | 245 mm | 267 mm |
| 8 | 291.3 mm | 97 mm | 248 mm | 271.3 mm |
| 8.5 | 295.7 mm | 98 mm | 251 mm | 275.6 mm |
| 9 | 300 mm | 99 mm | 254 mm | 279.9 mm |
| 9.5 | 304.3 mm | 100 mm | 257 mm | 284.2 mm |
| 10 | 308.6 mm | 101 mm | 260 mm | 288.5 mm |
| 10.5 | 313 mm | 102 mm | 263 mm | 292.8 mm |
| 11 | 317.3 mm | 103 mm | 266 mm | 297.1 mm |
| 11.5 | 321.6 mm | 104 mm | 269 mm | 301.4 mm |
| 12 | 325.9 mm | 105 mm | 272 mm | 305.7 mm |
| 12.5 | 330.3 mm | 106 mm | 275 mm | 310 mm |
| 13 | 334.6 mm | 107 mm | 278 mm | 314.3 mm |
| 13.5 | 338.9 mm | 108 mm | 281 mm | 318.6 mm |
| 14 | 343.2 mm | 109 mm | 284 mm | 322.9 mm |
Width
| Meermin | US | UK | |
| Narrow | D | C | D |
| Medium + | E+ | D+ | E+ |
| Wide | F | E | F |
| Extra-wide | G | F | G |
E (medium)
Boxcalf
Zonta (italy)
Lightweight cleated
Vegetable tanned leather
Full grain calf
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