What specific type of leather is used (e.g., full-grain, corrected-grain, or a specific tannage)?

The Padror G VGT Noir uses vegetable-tanned grained leather from an Italian LWG Certified tannery. It is chrome-free and has a 'pebble grain' texture — this is full-grain leather, not corrected-grain.

How does the sizing of the Kleman Padror compare to a standard Paraboot Michael or a common brand like Red Wing?

The Kleman Padror runs slightly long, particularly in the toe box, and is notably narrow — those with wider feet should size up. Compared to a Paraboot Michael, the fit is similar in that both are snug, but the Padror is generally a bit narrower. Compared to Red Wing, the Padror is much narrower and less forgiving; many Red Wing wearers size down, while Padror may require sizing up for width. Always refer to the brand's European size chart and consider your foot shape.

How long is the typical break-in period for these shoes?

The typical break-in period is about one to two weeks of consistent wear. The leather is stiff initially and may cause rubbing, especially around the heel, but it softens and molds to your foot over time. Some reviewers report a virtually nonexistent break-in, but most agree patience is needed.

Are these shoes resolable?

No, these shoes are not easily resolable. They have a cemented construction, meaning the sole is glued on rather than stitched, so a traditional resole is impractical [Community Discussion].

Does the padded footbed provide any arch support, or is it flat?

The padded footbed is a flat cushioned insole with a leather top cover; it does not provide structured arch support. It absorbs shock and adds comfort, but if you need arch support, you'll likely want to add your own orthotic.

How do Kleman Padrors fit?

Generally true to size, but many experience heel slip or tightness depending on foot shape. Those with narrow feet may size down, and it's recommended to order from a retailer with a good return policy.

Are they comfortable for long walks?

No, they are clunky leather shoes not designed for all-day walking; many users advise against wearing them for 10k+ steps.

How do they compare to Paraboot Michaels?

Paraboots have superior leather quality, Norwegian welt construction, and better comfort, but cost significantly more. Klemans are a good budget alternative if you don't mind the clunkier look and cemented sole.

Kleman

Padror Leather Derby Shoes Men

3/5 (2)

CA$295.00CAD

In Stock

The Kleman Padror is a men's leather derby shoe made in France with a genuine pebble-grain leather upper, apron/moc toe, padded footbed with a leather top cover, and a non-skid rubber lug sole. It suits casual and smart-casual wear, pairing with jeans, chinos, or a suit, though reviewers note a break-in period for the stiff leather and recommend sizing down for narrow feet. The two-eyelet lacing and thick rubber outsole provide a sturdy build, but the shoe is not recommended for all-day walking over 10,000 steps.

Material: Genuine leather upper, rubber sole
Gender: male
Style: classic, smart-casual
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Color

BlackBrown

Size

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Specifications

Classic derby shoes made from genuine leather with a padded footbed and non-skid rubber sole, crafted in France.

Genuine leather upper; Apron/moc toe; Padded footbed with leather top cover; Non-skid rubber outer sole; Made in France.

Material: Genuine leather upper, rubber sole
Secondary: rubber
Style: classic, smart-casual
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

Derby shoe style
Genuine leather upper
Apron/moc toe stitching
Padded footbed with leather top cover
Non-skid rubber outer sole
Made in France
French Kleman label

Product Insights

The Kleman Padror Derby Shoes bring utilitarian heritage from SNCF with SRA slip-resistant outsole and padded footbed, but buyers must accept a narrow, long fit without half sizes, a cemented sole that prevents resoling, and a heavy, stiff build that makes them unsuitable for daily walks exceeding 10,000 steps, yet they offer a chunkier workwear aesthetic at half the price of a Paraboot Michael.

Verified claims

Heritage: Originally designed for SNCF in the 1990s, yielding a utilitarian clunky look.
Performance: SRA slip-resistant sole and padded footbed for standing, drawn from railway design.
Construction: Leather from certified tannery; cemented sole not resolable.
Sizing: Buyers report the Padror runs narrow and long; without half sizes, many use thick socks or order a different size.
Walking suitability: After break‑in, the shoe is comfortable for casual wear but buyers advise against 10,000+ steps a day.
Build quality: Cemented sole with SRA grip, LWG leather; community rates build quality below Paraboot.
Comfort and fit: Buyers report narrower fit and advise against for over 10,000 steps daily.
Aesthetics: Chunkier, workwear-inspired look vs Paraboot's sleeker profile.
All-day walking: Buyers caution against 10k+ steps daily; shoe remains stiff and heavy even after break-in.
Footbed: Flat padded insole lacks structured arch support, requiring orthotics for all-day comfort.
Outsole traction: SRA-rated outsole provides excellent wet traction but adds weight, reducing walking comfort.
Sole durability: Cemented construction blocks easy resoling, shortening lifespan under heavy walking use.
Leather: LWG-certified vegetable-tanned leather; G VGT variant is chrome-free full-grain.
Wet traction: SRA-certified sole ensures tested slip resistance on wet surfaces.
Traction vs comfort: Buyers report the SRA-rated sole feels clunky and is not ideal for long walks.
Versatility: Pairs with suits, jeans, and chinos across dress codes and handles wet weather.
Clunkiness: Buyers report the clunky profile pairs best with relaxed-fit trousers.
Budget alternative: At $295 CAD, it's about half the price of a Paraboot Michael.
Resoling: Buyers note the cemented sole prevents resoling, reducing longevity.
Resolability: Cemented sole cannot be resoled; Edito-Grip outsole resists abrasion.
Value: Costs 40-50% less than the Paraboot Michael, but the cemented sole may make long-term cost similar.
Walkability: Not recommended for daily walks over 10,000 steps due to heavy sole and stiff leather.

Product record

Title: Padror Leather Derby Shoes Men
Brand: Kleman
Price: 295 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Originally designed for French railway workers

The Padror was launched in the 1990s as the 'Padre' and first sold to SNCF, France’s national railway operator, meaning its entire design concept was built around the need for a shoe that could handle slippery platforms, abrasive concrete, and long stationary hours while maintaining a uniform-appropriate look.
The proprietary Edito-Grip lug sole is certified to SRA slip-resistance standards—tested on ceramic tile with a soapy solution—giving the shoe the kind of wet-surface traction that was essential for SNCF agents working on rain-slick train platforms and in stations.

Sustainable leather sourcing and LWG certification

The Padror's cowhide comes from a Leather Working Group-certified Spanish tannery — the same certification framework used by the brand's higher-end G VGT line, which sources from Italian tanneries — meaning this standard model carries the same audited environmental and social pedigree as the $221+ variant, just executed in a different European tanning region.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Side profile of a single black leather derby-style shoe with pebble-grain texture, moc-toe stitching, low stacked lug sole, and two visible lace eyelets.
View and orientationLateral side profile of a single right-facing shoe, whole shoe visible and centered horizontally near lower half of image.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.40 · w 0.94 · h 0.38 (high)
Upper material and texturePebble-grain leather upper with visible textured grain and subtle sheen across vamp and quarter.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.43 · w 0.72 · h 0.30 (high)
Toe and moc seamProminent raised moccasin-style seam running around the toe box, stitched visible along top edge of vamp.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.49 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high)
LacingTwo visible lace eyelets with narrow round laces tied in a simple knot sequence along the throat.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.39 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high)
Heel stitching detailVertical triple-stitch decorative lines on the rear quarter near the heel counter.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.51 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
Sole constructionThick black lug rubber sole with shallow rectangular cut lugs on the outsole and a low block heel.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.73 · w 0.92 · h 0.15 (high)
Welt and midsole edgeVisible welt or stitched edge between upper and sole, appearing as a slightly raised seam running along perimeter.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.66 · w 0.88 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light gray background with soft shadow beneath the shoe and even frontal lighting.
Background and stagingUniform light gray background filling the frame, no props or packaging present.
Shadow and lightingSoft shadow directly beneath the sole indicating top-front studio lighting; minimal reflections on leather surface.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (medium)
Image crop and compositionShoe is horizontally centered with ample margin above; top portion of image shows empty background space.
Colors
textured black· upper (leather)#0E0E0Cmatte black· sole#0E0E0E
02: Product
Rear three-quarter view of two black leather derby shoes showing the heel counters, textured upper leather, stitching and low rubber soles with shallow treads.
View and compositionPair of shoes photographed from a low rear three-quarter angle showing the outer heels and rear quarters; right shoe is in the foreground and left shoe is slightly behind and to the left.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.35 · w 0.65 · h 0.55 (high)
Upper materialPebbled grain black leather upper with visible natural grain texture across the rear quarter and heel counter.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.36 · w 0.45 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high)
Heel counter stitchingVertical double-row stitch lines running down the center of each heel counter and curved topstitching along the collar edge.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.37 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high)
Sole constructionThick black rubber sole with a flat block heel and shallow horizontal cut treads at the fore part of the visible sole.
2 regions
x 0.35 · y 0.72 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Collar and eyelet areaLow collar line with visible lace eyelet section and a small rear pull loop or raised tab visible at the collar of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium)
Welt/top edge detailVisible slim welt or stitch line where the upper meets the sole creating a subtle raised edge around the perimeter above the sole.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.63 · w 0.50 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a light neutral background with soft top-left lighting and subtle cast shadows; image crops both shoes at the lower edges.
Background and lightingUniform light grey background with soft diffuse lighting from the top-left producing gentle highlights on the leather grain and soft shadows beneath the soles.
Shadowing and reflectionsSoft shadow under each shoe and slight specular highlights on the leather grain, especially along the curved heel surfaces.
CroppingBoth shoes are fully visible horizontally but are slightly cropped at the very bottom edge of the soles.
Image qualitySharp focus on the shoes with clear texture detail; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
textured black· upper leather#0E0E0Cmatte black sole· sole#262626
03: Product
Pair of black leather derby shoes shown from an angled top-front view; visible features include pebbled leather uppers, moc-toe seam, two-eyelet lacing, stitched heel counter, and thick lug rubber soles with a low heel.
Upper materialPebbled/grain black leather upper with a slight sheen visible across toe and vamp panels.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.75 · h 0.45 (high)
Toe and vamp constructionRaised moc-style toe seam that runs around the front of the vamp and meets a central vertical stitch at the toe tip.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high)
LacingTwo-eyelet closed-lacing area with thin round black laces tied in a simple bow across the vamp.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.32 · h 0.25 (high)
Sole profileThick matte black rubber lug sole with visible rectangular tread notches and a modest block heel.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.96 · h 0.25 (high)
Heel and stitching detailRear quarter shows vertical triple-row decorative stitching on the heel counter and a clean top-line edge with folded trim.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (medium)
Inner liningBlack interior lining visible at the shoe opening with a smooth finish contrasting the pebbled exterior.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with two shoes arranged on a light gray seamless background, soft directional lighting from upper left producing soft shadows beneath the soles; image is cropped to show most of both shoes.
Shot compositionTwo shoes arranged with one full shoe in the foreground at a three-quarter top-front angle and a second shoe in the background showing the outer side and heel.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Background and surfaceNeutral light gray seamless background and surface with no props or packaging visible.
Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting creating subtle highlights on leather grain and soft shadowing beneath and to the lower-right of the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium)
Image qualityHigh-resolution product image with sharp detail on leather texture and stitching; no visible noise or blur.
Colors
black· upper#0E0E0Cmatte black· sole#11110E

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

2 total

2 reviews · out of 5

Never received this

★★★★★Alvyn A.December 31, 2025

This package was delivered before the expected delivery date. When I came home the next day. Nothing there. IMPOSSIBLE to get a hold of customer service. Can’t compare sizes because I don’t have the shoes.

Classy et chic

★★★★★Personne i.December 9, 2025

Il semble bien aller sur tous les styles, que ce soit quelque de plus habillé ou de plus urbain

Q&A

8 answered

What specific type of leather is used (e.g., full-grain, corrected-grain, or a specific tannage)?: The Padror G VGT Noir uses vegetable-tanned grained leather from an Italian LWG Certified tannery. It is chrome-free and has a 'pebble grain' texture — this is full-grain leather, not corrected-grain [1][3].
How does the sizing of the Kleman Padror compare to a standard Paraboot Michael or a common brand like Red Wing?: The Kleman Padror runs slightly long, particularly in the toe box, and is notably narrow — those with wider feet should size up [2]. Compared to a Paraboot Michael, the fit is similar in that both are snug, but the Padror is generally a bit narrower. Compared to Red Wing, the Padror is much narrower and less forgiving; many Red Wing wearers size down, while Padror may require sizing up for width. Always refer to the brand's European size chart and consider your foot shape [3].
How long is the typical break-in period for these shoes?: The typical break-in period is about one to two weeks of consistent wear. The leather is stiff initially and may cause rubbing, especially around the heel, but it softens and molds to your foot over time [4]. Some reviewers report a virtually nonexistent break-in, but most agree patience is needed [6].
Are these shoes resolable?: No, these shoes are not easily resolable. They have a cemented construction, meaning the sole is glued on rather than stitched, so a traditional resole is impractical [Community Discussion].
Does the padded footbed provide any arch support, or is it flat?: The padded footbed is a flat cushioned insole with a leather top cover; it does not provide structured arch support. It absorbs shock and adds comfort, but if you need arch support, you'll likely want to add your own orthotic [1].
How do Kleman Padrors fit?: Generally true to size, but many experience heel slip or tightness depending on foot shape. Those with narrow feet may size down, and it's recommended to order from a retailer with a good return policy.
Are they comfortable for long walks?: No, they are clunky leather shoes not designed for all-day walking; many users advise against wearing them for 10k+ steps.
How do they compare to Paraboot Michaels?: Paraboots have superior leather quality, Norwegian welt construction, and better comfort, but cost significantly more. Klemans are a good budget alternative if you don't mind the clunkier look and cemented sole.

Reddit Insights

5 threads · r/ThrowingFits, r/malefashionadvice

Reddit users generally find the Kleman Padror to be a stylish and affordable alternative to the Paraboot Michael, but note it is clunky, requires break-in, and is less suitable for extensive walking.

mixed sentiment100% match

Reviews are largely positive regarding style and value for money, but commonly criticize the shoe's clunkiness, stiff leather, and limited all-day comfort.

Themes

Comfort and walkabilitymixed

Comparison to Paraboot Michaelmixed

Style and versatilitypositive

Build quality and materialsmixed

Sizing and fitneutral

Use Cases

Casual and smart-casual wear with chinos and jeans
Wearing with a suit
Everyday fashion shoe, but not for extensive city walking

Watch Out For

mediumClunky and heavy rubber outsole makes them less sleek and can cause fatigue over long distances.

mediumStiff leather requires a break-in period; some users report initial discomfort.

mediumSizing can be tricky with no half sizes; potential for heel slip or tightness across the toes.

lowCemented construction means they are not easily resolable like welted shoes.

highNot recommended for all-day walking or extensive urban trekking.

Compared To

vs Paraboot Michael

The Paraboot Michael is frequently cited as the higher-quality, more comfortable inspiration for the Padror. While the Kleman is praised as a budget-friendly alternative, many recommend saving for the Paraboot for better leather and construction.

Source Threads

Not recommended for all-day walking
I can't speak to Paraboots, but I have something similar (Kleman Padrors) and I wouldn't recommend them for 10k+ steps a day. They're comfortable enough but they're still clunky leather shoes.
u/jeroboamr/ThrowingFitsView thread →
Affordable and stylish alternative
I'll chip in for the Kleman Padrors, been loving my black pair and they were affordable!
u/kanureevesr/ThrowingFitsView thread →
Sizing down and break-in experience
I have a pair and love them. I needed to size down as I have a narrow / low volume foot. Usually I'm a 45-46 - In the Padror in a 44. Any moc toe shoe I need to size down in as I swim in a TTS. Its a solid leather shoe so there's a break-in period. I found mine slightly tight when I first got them, they've broken in so it s a perfect fit.
u/thendsjustifythememer/ThrowingFitsView thread →
Sizing advice with heel slip vs tight toes
Hey I got a pair recently, I haven’t fully broken them in yet but might be some help. I wear a us12 in Sambas (a bit too snug on toes/narrow) Asics 1130 (perfect) and I bought a 46 which Kleman converts as us12. I have a bit of heel slip currently but I had tried a 45 and it was too tight on the toes. The fit around the ankle was better on the 45 but the toe space was too tight and would have damaged toes in the long run. Probably go tts but just order from somewhere with returns
u/pleasesteponmesinbr/ThrowingFitsView thread →
Versatile and highly recommended
I did end up getting the Padrors and I’m into them. I’ve worn them with a suit and with everyday jeans. They go with everything. A wee bit bigger than expected. I’m usually a 10.5 in US so I got the 44s, but they’re just a little bit big - with thicker socks, though, they’re pretty spot on. Overall, big recommend.
u/rcjenningsr/malefashionadviceView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-footwear/dress/padror-leather-derby-shoes-men--16098-25100?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026