When it comes to crafting the perfect ghillie brogue for pipers, we understand that comfort and durability are paramount. That’s why we’ve developed the Piper Ghillie Brogue, meticulously designed based on the invaluable feedback from pipers like you.
Built to Endure, Engineered for Comfort
In the unpredictable elements that pipers often find themselves in, your footwear needs to stand up to the challenge. The Piper Ghillie Brogue boasts a smooth leather exterior with a waxy finish, providing an extra layer of defense against the elements. While it can’t promise to make them completely waterproof, it’s a step towards ensuring your feet stay dry and comfortable, even in less-than-ideal weather conditions.
Traction You Can Rely On
We understand that as a piper, you’re not just limited to smooth, even ground. That’s why we’ve equipped the Piper Ghillie Brogue with a ridged rubber sole. This choice of sole offers exceptional grip and stability, making it suitable for a wide range of terrains. Whether you’re standing in formation or marching across diverse landscapes, you can trust that every step you take will be confident and secure.
Breathability that Counts
Comfort isn’t just about protection and support—it’s also about allowing your feet to breathe. The Piper Ghillie Brogue is lined with premium leather, ensuring optimal air circulation to keep your feet feeling fresh and comfortable, even during extended periods of wear.
A Cushioned Haven for Your Feet
To elevate your experience, we’ve incorporated a padded leather insole and top line in the design of the Piper Ghillie Brogue. This thoughtful addition provides maximum comfort around the heel and ankle, giving you the support you need without sacrificing style or elegance.
Time-Honored Details, Crafted to Perfection
We believe that true craftsmanship lies in the details. The Piper Ghillie Brogue features traditional steel quarter tips, each one carefully hand-screwed into the heel. This not only pays homage to the rich heritage of ghillie brogues but also ensures the longevity of your footwear, even under the demands of regular use.
Unmatched Quality, Surprisingly Affordable
Quality should never come at the expense of your budget. That’s why we’re proud to offer the Piper Ghillie Brogue at a price that won’t break the bank. We’ve combined the finest materials and expert craftsmanship to create a piper ghillie brogue that exceeds expectations without exceeding your budget.
In every aspect, from its weather-resistant leather to its traction-enhancing sole, the Piper Ghillie Brogue stands as a testament to our commitment to providing pipers with footwear that truly understands and supports their needs. Elevate your performance with a ghillie brogue that combines tradition, comfort, and durability like never before. Choose the Piper Ghillie Brogue, because every step counts.
If you prefer the look of the more traditional leather soles for your marches then take a look at the Style 1112 Ghillie
At Thistle Shoes we pride ourselves on our quality and service, as we still make our ghillie brogues the same way as we always have, by using traditional skills and craftsmen. Piper Ghillie Brogue is our go to ghillie for most pipe band members.
It incorporates the same high quality finish premium leathers, but with a combination sole unit of leather for the classic look with a modern twist of a high impact compound rubber heel with the traditional steel quarter tip for extra durability.
Ghillie brogues are most commonly seen as an essential component of traditional, formal Scottish dress and are worn primarily for social occasions.
Historically this has not always been the case as they trace their roots to a rudimentary shoe originating in Scotland and Ireland that was constructed using untanned leather with perforations that allowed water to drain from the shoes when the wearer crossed wet terrain such as a bog.
The word “brogues” originates in the late sixteenth century and is a derivation of the Irish and Scots Gaelic “brōg”, taken from the Old Norse “brók” meaning “leg covering”
