Italian made. First try on. Laces are interlaced leather. Don't want to pull too hard in fear of breaking. Italian sourced leather. Contacted the maker for more information. Very well made. Tight SPI.
Builder contacted me. These are a one off custom named the Ari for Ari Gold. Whom has been deceased. She was curious how I attained them. She was very lovely to message. Will be moving her brand tk New York. Advised her tk reach out to Stitchdown.