Simons x Fracap
M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men
The M121 Commando is a men's low-cut hiking shoe with a genuine brown suede upper, leather lining, padded collar and tongue, and a padded footbed with leather top cover. It is intended for trail walking and everyday outdoor use, built with an EVA midsole for cushioning and an ultra-rugged Vibram rubber lug outsole for traction, plus aged-finish metal D-ring eyelets, woven laces, and a rear pull tab. It is handmade in Italy and designed in Canada as a Simons exclusive.
- Material
- Genuine suede upper; leather lining; EVA midsole; Vibram® rubber outer sole
- Gender
- male
- Style
- utilitarian, performance
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Men's hiking shoes with a genuine suede upper, leather lining, and rugged Vibram® rubber outsole, handmade in Italy as a Simons exclusive.
Genuine suede upper, leather lining, padded collar and tongue, metallic eyelets with aged finish, back pull tab, padded footbed with leather top cover, EVA midsole, Vibram® rubber outer sole for grip.
- Material
- Genuine suede upper; leather lining; EVA midsole; Vibram® rubber outer sole
- Secondary
- leather, eva, rubber
- Style
- utilitarian, performance
- Occasion
- hiking
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Genuine suede upper
- Leather lining
- Padded collar and tongue
- Metallic eyelets with an aged finish
- Back pull tab for easy on
- Padded footbed with leather top cover
- EVA midsole for long-lasting comfort
- Ultra rugged Vibram® rubber outer sole for optimal grip
- Handmade in Italy
- Simons exclusive designed in Canada
- Men's hiking shoe
Product Insights
M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men Simons x Fracap EU 40–45 runs true to size; take your normal EU size, choosing the larger size if between sizes Padded collar, tongue, and leather-topped footbed add immediate underfoot and ankle comfort Not waterproof: the suede upper and leather lining resist brief damp but soak through in wet grass, steady rain, or stream crossings 650 CAD reflects Italian handmade construction, premium materials, and a flat price across all sizes
Verified claims
- material
- Suede upper, leather lining and sock, rubber outsole
- fit_and_sizing
- EU 40–45 runs true to size; take your normal EU size, choosing the larger size if between sizes
- fit_and_sizing
- Sizes step in single EU increments from 40 to 45, and the listing defaults to size 40
- styling
- Copper/Rust is the only colorway, available across all six sizes
- comfort
- Padded collar, tongue, and leather-topped footbed add immediate underfoot and ankle comfort
- comfort
- Leather lining and leather sock absorb moisture and help feet breathe naturally
- material_behavior
- The suede upper has directional nap, so its color shifts lighter or darker depending on how the fibers lie
- performance
- Not waterproof: the suede upper and leather lining resist brief damp but soak through in wet grass, steady rain, or stream crossings
- care_and_maintenance
- Brush dry suede with a soft suede brush to lift matted nap; use a suede eraser on shiny spots
- care_and_maintenance
- Dry damp suede slowly at room temperature, away from direct heat, then brush once dry
- care_and_maintenance
- Store away from prolonged direct sunlight to avoid permanent UV fading
- care_and_maintenance
- Use a suede protector spray to delay water absorption and staining, but it will not waterproof the shoe
- construction
- Upper is stitched to the midsole using a military-derived technique for strength and immediate interior softness
- construction
- Vibram rubber outsole with a thick lug tread provides grip on mixed terrain
- durability
- EVA midsole cushions well but packs out over time, with a general trail-shoe lifespan of roughly 300–500 miles
- performance
- EVA midsole feels firmer below about -10°C and softer above roughly 50°C
- styling
- Warm brown suede, beige speckled laces, silver D-rings, contrast stitching, and a chunky lug sole give a heritage hiking look
- use_cases
- Best for dry-weather town-and-trail wear, light hiking, and everyday casual use
- value
- 650 CAD reflects Italian handmade construction, premium materials, and a flat price across all sizes
- comparison
- Compared with synthetic-lined trail shoes, the leather lining breathes and molds better but takes longer to dry
Product record
- Title
- M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men
- Brand
- Simons x Fracap
- Price
- 650 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Hiking shoes for the trail
These suede hiking shoes feature metal lace hooks and patterned laces, and are intended for use as hiking footwear. Their rugged commando-style build makes them a men's hiking shoe option for this activity.[1]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a single low-cut brown suede hiking-style shoe with woven beige laces, metal D-ring lace hardware, a stitched leather welt and a thick dark-brown lug rubber outsole.
- View and orientationProfile view showing the shoe's lateral side with the toe pointing right and heel at left.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.52 · w 0.92 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper material and textureUpper made of nap suede with a visible short-fiber texture across the vamp and quarter.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.73 · h 0.28 (high) - Color of upperWarm medium brown suede covering the whole upper.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.73 · h 0.28 (high) - Lacing systemWoven beige-speckled round laces threaded through metal D-ring hooks and tied in a loose bow on top of the vamp.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.49 · w 0.32 · h 0.27 (high) - Lace hardwarePolished silver-tone metal D-ring hooks mounted on the upper in a row of exposed hardware along the throat.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Toe shapeRounded toe cap integrated with the suede vamp, no separate toe overlay visible.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high) - Heel pull tabSmall suede pull tab at the back of the collar above the heel.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.09 (high) - Welt and stitchingVisible zigzag welt stitching in a lighter thread along the seam between upper and midsole.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.76 · w 0.69 · h 0.07 (high) - Midsole constructionStacked midsole layer in a medium brown shade above the outsole that separates the suede upper from the outsole.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.70 · h 0.06 (high) - OutsoleThick dark-brown lug rubber outsole with pronounced tread and rectangular cutouts visible along the sole edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.82 · w 0.86 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior liningInterior visible near the collar shows a lighter tan lining contrasting with the brown suede.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a uniform light gray background with soft shadow under the shoe; centered composition and even studio lighting.
- BackgroundFlat light gray background filling the frame.
- Shadow and lightingSoft shadow directly beneath the shoe consistent with diffuse studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.86 · w 0.80 · h 0.07 (high) - CompositionShoe is horizontally centered with generous empty space above; entire shoe is visible and uncropped.
Colors
warm medium brown· suede upperbeige speckle· woven lacesmedium tan· midsole weltdark brown· outsolelight tan· interior liningpolished silver· metal hardware- View and orientationProfile view showing the shoe's lateral side with the toe pointing right and heel at left.
- 02
Product
Rear-quarter view of a pair of low hiking shoes showing suede uppers, stacked welt and chunky lug outsoles, with visible lacing hardware and leather lining.
- Upper materialBrown suede upper with visible nap and even color across the heel and quarter panels.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.55 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.47 (high) - Heel pull tabShort vertical suede pull tab stitched to the heel counter visible on the nearer shoe.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.33 · w 0.06 · h 0.14 (high) - Welt and midsoleStacked-looking welt with a lighter brown strip above the dark midsole and a visible zigzag stitching line along the welt.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.64 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - OutsoleThick dark brown chunky lug outsole with shallow toothed tread visible on both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.45 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Lacing hardwareSilver-toned metal D-ring style eyelets visible on the quarter of the nearer shoe.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.33 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - LacesThick round woven laces in a beige and brown flecked pattern, tied in a loose bow over the tongue area.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Interior liningSmooth tan leather or leather-like lining visible inside the shoe opening and around the collar.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (medium) - Stitching detailVisible rows of contrast stitching along the heel seam and around the collar edge.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Fine-print insideDense fine-print block printed on the inside of the tongue or collar; text is too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.25 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with a plain light gray background, soft shadows under the shoes, and even diffuse lighting highlighting texture.
- Shot compositionRear-quarter close-up of a two-shoe pair, cropped to show heels and part of quarters; shoes sit on a neutral surface.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft shadow under the soles indicating diffuse studio lighting from above.
- Image qualitySharp focus on suede texture and stitching; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
warm chestnut brown· suede upper#633423dark brown· outsole#2D2422medium tan brown· welt/midsole striptan· interior liningbeige fleck· lacesmetallic silver· eyelets- Upper materialBrown suede upper with visible nap and even color across the heel and quarter panels.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of brown suede hiking shoes showing toe boxes, metal lace hooks, and beige patterned laces tied in bows. The shoes are arranged side-by-side at the bottom of the frame.
- Overall viewPair of shoes shown from above with the front half (toe boxes and lacing area) visible; shoes fill the lower portion of the image and are oriented with toes toward the top of the shoes in frame.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.52 · w 0.86 · h 0.44 (high) - Upper materialBrown suede upper with a soft matte nap visible across the toe boxes and lacing flaps.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.55 · w 0.80 · h 0.34 (high) - Lace hardwareRows of silver-toned metal D-ring style hooks and rounded rivet posts spaced along each shoe's throat for lacing.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Threaded lacesBeige patterned round laces threaded through the hardware and tied in loose bows at the bottom of the visible area; the laces show a two-tone woven texture.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.73 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.73 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching detailVisible contrast stitching runs around the perimeter of the toe box where upper meets the welt or sole, following the shoe contour.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.55 · w 0.80 · h 0.16 (high) - Sole edgeDark brown welt or sole edge visible as a narrow band around the bottom of each shoe.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.85 · w 0.84 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Accessories and props arranged above the shoes on a light gray background: a wooden brush with dark bristles at the top and a coiled spare pair of red round laces centered between the brush and shoes. Even, soft studio lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shoe brushSmall rectangular wooden brush placed near the top edge of the image with dense dark bristles on the upper side and a light wood block base.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Spare lacesSingle spare pair of bright red round laces coiled into a flattened oval shape and centered above the shoes.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth light gray studio background with soft, even lighting and faint soft shadows under objects.
Colors
medium brown suede· suede upperbeige woven· threaded lacesbrushed silver· metal hardwaredark brown· sole edge- Overall viewPair of shoes shown from above with the front half (toe boxes and lacing area) visible; shoes fill the lower portion of the image and are oriented with toes toward the top of the shoes in frame.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4734404 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 40 | CA$650.00 | Yes |
| 4734405 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 41 | CA$650.00 | Yes |
| 4734406 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 42 | CA$650.00 | Yes |
| 4734407 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 43 | CA$650.00 | Yes |
| 4734408 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 44 | CA$650.00 | Yes |
| 4734409 | M121 Commando Hiking Shoes Men - Copper/rust - 45 | CA$650.00 | Yes |