The craftsmanship on the shoes is very well done. The heavy leather sole is firm, yet pliable, and the uppers are flexible to movement, yet they remain snug ensuring a comfortable and confident fit. They are comfortable for hours of use and I felt confident that my feet would find sure purchase. Note: The sizing given on the Viking Leather site translates well into regular measurements, meaning no guesswork.
The coloration and quality of leather are suburb. I have found no blemishes in the leather or flaws in the stitching and the dye is even and full of luster.
The cost, including shipping, is amazing as well. This factor is what had kept me from obtaining period shoes for quite a while. But thanks to the wonderful pricing, I was able to finally complete this vital portion of my Dark Ages portrayal.
The only negative I have is that, after wearing these shoes for at least 17 hours straight (trip to and from renfair), with cotton socks, the stitch running across the top of the foot began to chafe my little toes a bit. However, this should be easily fixed with a softening pad or a bandaid.
Overall, I would definitely recommend Viking Leather Crafts as a excellent place to shop for Dark Ages shoes.
Shipping: 6/5, Craftsmanship: 5/5, Appearance: 5/5, Cost: 5/5
A pic of my shoes after a full 17-ish hours of trip to and from the Texas ren-fair with a good many hours wandering about in between.