More Birkenstockhistory: 1947 The specialist book "Podiatry the
Carl Birkenstock System" is published with a print run of
14,000 copies. With a total of 112 pages and 55 illustrations,
Carl expounds his theories of the natural gait, the so-called
footprint system, and healthy shoes. It becomes the bestselling
textbook on podiatry of its day. 1954 Karl, son of Carl,
joins the family business. 1966 Work on the self-coloring
footprint paper is successfully completed, making it much
easier for shops to sell their Birkenstock sandals
beyond the city limits. The process is patented in Germany,
the US and most European countries. 1969 Birko-Cork, a material
which becomes malleable when warmed, is developed for orthopedic
use. Birko-Cork is first used on the cork-leather footbed
bases for orthopedic footwear. For a more conservative choice,
see the Birkenstock Milano.
The Oslo is a Special Order Item. These sandals will need
to be ordered from the manufacturer in Germany, and can
be expected to arrive in approximately 4 - 8 weeks. Special
Orders will also incur an additional shipping and handling
charge of approximately $3.00, calculated based on weight
at checkout.
Exquisitely elegant and comfortable. With our Exquisite
styles the special features of our shoes are made more precious
yet. The upper material consists of the finest leather.
When selecting it, greatest emphasis is put on durability.
The lavish footbed covers of finest Napa leather or high
quality microfiber are attached manually and color coordinated
with the upper material. The result of this master craft
in shoemaking is the extravagantly exclusive look of choice
materials of highest quality. Exquisite - insurmountable
comfort, unparalleled.
