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The NIAMEY is a full-grain leather penny loafer with a chunky lug sole — available in high-polish black and dark burnished espresso/brown. Clean strap, no metal accent, no decoration. Just the leather and the sole.
The lug sole changes everything. This is the loafer that crosses from the office to the street without losing a step. The shoe that dresses up without dressing down.
Full-grain leather upper — high-polish finish (black) · burnished espresso finish (brown). Penny strap. Leather lining. Chunky black lug rubber sole — deep diamond-pattern tread, thick midsole stack.
Named for Niamey — the capital of Niger, a city on the banks of the Niger River where the Sahel meets the savanna and everything moves at its own pace.
For the man who sets the pace.
| Upper | Full-grain leather · High-polish finish (black) · Burnished espresso finish (brown) |
| Closure | Slip-on · Penny loafer · No laces |
| Lining | Leather lining |
| Sole | Chunky black lug rubber sole · Deep diamond-pattern tread · Thick midsole stack |
Cleaning
For surface dirt — a slightly damp cloth, no soap. For deeper marks — a small amount of saddle soap on a damp cloth, worked gently into the leather, wiped clean, then dried with a soft cloth.
Conditioning
Apply a natural leather conditioner — beeswax-based or lanolin-based — every 3 to 6 months. Use a soft cloth, work in small circular motions, allow to absorb for 30 minutes, then buff lightly.
Water
East African full grain leather is naturally water resistant. If the shoe gets wet — wipe dry immediately and allow to air dry away from direct heat. Do not use a hair dryer or place near a radiator.
Storage
Store with shoe trees when not in use. Keep away from direct sunlight for extended periods. Use the dust bag provided.
The Patina
The darkening and character that develops over months of wear is not wear — it is the leather responding to you. Condition regularly and it will continue to develop for years. No two pairs age identically. That is the point.
Standard Shipping
Free standard shipping across North America on all orders. Orders processed within 1 to 2 business days. Standard delivery: 3 to 7 business days.
Express Delivery
Available at checkout at additional cost. Express delivery: 1 to 2 business days. Shipping charges calculated at checkout.
In-Store Pickup
Available at 277 Richmond Road, Westboro, Ottawa. Select in-store pickup at checkout. Ready within 24 hours of order.
Returns
Free returns within 30 days of delivery. Product must be unused and in original condition. Contact us to initiate a return.
Guarantee
1-year craftsmanship guarantee on all Barcon Getta products. Manufacturing defects covered in full. East African full grain leather sourced directly by Barcon Getta — designed in Ottawa — manufactured to exacting standards.