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FAQ's
What kind of shoes are these?
Buffalo leather-soled, handmade, zero-drop barefoot shoes. Sole thickness 5–8 mm, weight 250–400 g. No synthetic or vegan leather; made entirely from genuine natural leather. Lasts more than 2 years. Care: wipe with a damp cloth, do not machine wash, avoid excessive water exposure.
What makes these shoes special?
Wide toe box, breathable structure, grounding effect (buffalo leather + copper rivet). The copper rivet aligns with the K1 (kidney) point in Chinese Medicine. Grounding effect works on earth, grass, concrete, stone, gravel, and sand surfaces; does not work on asphalt or synthetic surfaces.
Where and how are the shoes produced?
Manufactured in Gaziantep, Turkey. Production is completed within 4–5 days after the order is received. Team of ~30 people, daily production capacity of ~100 pairs. Since production begins within 2 hours of placing an order, cancellation may not always be possible.
How does shipping work and who pays customs?
Free shipping to Europe and the US. An additional $15 fee applies for Australia and Canada. Shipped via DHL Express and UPS. Customs duties are the buyer's responsibility. If delivery attempts fail, the package is held at the courier branch for 1 week before being destroyed. PO Box addresses cannot be delivered to.
What is the return and exchange policy?
If the wrong color/size/model is received, it can be sent to a US address and a replacement will be produced and shipped free of charge. If the sizing error is the buyer's fault, contact customer service. No returns for personalization errors — a discount code is provided instead. Return shipping costs are always the buyer's responsibility.
How can I reach customer service and what payment methods are accepted?
nefesshoes@gmail.com— checked daily. Payment: Stripe or iyzico only (no PayPal).


