A new pair of shoes that connects the past and the present.
The new "Barracuda" is a modern update of the 1970s sports shoes, with a design that creates an elegant look for your feet. The thick oil vintage leather changes over time, and the last (wooden form) and McKay method used for men's shoes give it a comfortable fit. A refined pair of shoes where the brand philosophy and functional beauty resonate together.
A sophisticated pair of shoes that transcends time.
While maintaining a vintage style, it has been elevated to a modern design and comfort. It creates a simple yet striking look for your feet.
What is "Barracuda"?
These black sneakers have a simpler upper design based on the classic sneakers from the 1970s. The large pinking on the toe and lacing holes, and the pattern of the collar with a turned-down hem create a retro atmosphere. The stripped-down design with no excess leather on the inside and outside follows the brand philosophy and creates a sophisticated and modern look.
A new standard with two different looks in one shoe.
Casual or formal? The Barracuda crosses the line between casual and formal, combining the lightness of sneakers with the elegance of men's shoes. The unique design, which changes appearance from front to back, and the comfortable fit create a new balance, making it suitable for any style, from everyday wear to special occasions.
Features
Features
The design is based on sports shoes seen in the 1970s. The jagged pinking, the balance between the toe part and the shoelace part, and the treatment of the opening have been adjusted down to the millimeter. Yet the sides and heel area are kept as simple as possible, elevating the design to a modern one.
Leather
Leather that changes over time
The upper is made of thick oil vintage leather. It is a high-quality leather that gives off a vintage feel from the moment you put them on, and changes over time to develop a more refined look the more you wear them.
How to make
A dignified appearance produced in a men's shoe factory
The shoes are made in a factory that has been making men's shoes for many years. The sight of the shoes being made by the hands and techniques of the craftsmen is both beautiful and strong.
Last
last
The last (a wooden mold that mimics the shape of the foot) used is a men's shoe type. The assembly is also done in a men's shoe factory, so the shape is thoroughly blended into the last over time, bringing out the best in the last shape.
Sole
3 types of sole design
The sole is made with the McKay method (a lightweight and flexible method) that allows for easy sole replacement. The sole can be replaced as long as the McKay stitched Ainaka is still in place. The sole design is available in three types: Postman, Lift, and Tank, just like the Marco. You can choose the design to suit a variety of situations.
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