ALL ABOUT PUMPS AND BOOTS

The two brothers Gianluca and Giancarlo were the first to believe in the roccamore project. It is trough their support and hard work we have managed to grow together. They are more than a partner to us, they are part of the roccamore family.

Making a boot or a pump is complex craftsmanship; a combination of knowledge, precision and expertise. It requires the refined skill set of many highly skilled workers. This factory’s team uses a combination of classic tools and high-end, made-in-Italy machinery to create the boots and pumps of high quality in looks and in feel.

THE ARTISAN WAY

Franco, our modelista, makes the last and the models with us. At this stage each millimeter counts. He works closely with the artisans in the production line to make adjustments and get the model ready for the production.

In the production belt, first the vamp (upper part of the shoe) is put over the last, which gives the shape to the shoe. The technician Pasquale ensures the vamp is well secured, before the sole is attached in the production belt.

THREE GENERATIONS OF KNOW-HOW

The factory was founded by an Italian family just outside Florence in 1926. Today it is the 3rd generation, Giancarlo and Gianluca, that runs the factory together with Franco. He makes the lasts and shoe patterns, while Pasquale runs the daily production.

It is a true partnership and we are grateful for their support and know-how. They offer us their continued expertise in making each new roccamore model, and supervise every step along the way.