Wood Pegs for Boot Making

Wood Pegs for Boot Making – Traditional Shoemaker's Fasteners.

Available Sizes: 5/12, 6/11, 7/9 – Sold in 1 Ounce Bags.

Bring classic craftsmanship to your shoemaking projects with our Wood Pegs for Shoe Making, a time-honored fastener used in traditional footwear construction and repair. Offered in three historically accurate sizes—5/12, 6/11, and 7/9—these wooden pegs are made from strong, straight-grained hardwoods and are sold in convenient 1 ounce bags, perfect for cobblers, bootmakers, and heritage-inspired leatherworkers.

Wood pegs (also known as shoemaker’s pegs) have been used for centuries as a natural, durable alternative to metal nails in attaching outsoles, midsoles, and heels to leather shoes and boots. Ideal for pegged sole construction, these small tapered pins swell slightly when moistened and driven into pre-drilled holes, locking tightly into both the outsole and insole for a strong, flexible bond.

Each peg is cut and lightly tapered, with clean ends that drive easily and hold securely in a variety of leather and wood combinations. Whether you're handcrafting period-correct footwear, restoring antique boots, or exploring traditional shoemaking techniques, these pegs provide authentic functionality and time-tested performance.

Available Sizes:

• Size 5.5/12 are 5.5/8" long x 1/12" x 1/12" square used in heel and shank area after lasting.
• Size 6/11 pegs are 6/8" long x 1/11" x 1/11" square used in shank area.
• Size 7/9 pegs are 7/8"long x 1/9" x 1/9" square used in stacking leather heels.

Ideal Uses:

• Pegging leather outsoles to insoles or midsoles.
• Repairing vintage footwear or antique shoe replicas.
• Creating pegged heel blocks in handmade boots.
• Practicing traditional shoemaking methods and handcraft techniques.

Product Specifications:

• Material: Hardwood (typically beech, birch, or similar straight-grain wood).
• Sizes: 5/12, 6/11, 7/9 (length/diameter designations used in traditional shoemaking).
• Quantity: Sold in 1 ounce bags (approx. 150–300 pegs, depending on size).
• Finish: Natural, unfinished wood – may be soaked prior to use.
• Application: Drive into pre-punched or drilled holes with a shoemaker’s peg awl or hammer.
• Brand: Blau Ring.

Why Use Wood Pegs in Shoemaking?
Wooden pegs offer a reliable, sustainable fastening method that was once the standard in shoemaking before the widespread use of nails and synthetic adhesives. They allow for some natural movement and expansion in the sole, reducing cracking or splitting over time. When used correctly, wood pegs create a tight, resilient bond that is lightweight, corrosion-free, and period-accurate—making them essential for heritage bootmakers and traditional leather artisans.

Whether you're exploring 19th-century shoemaking methods or crafting durable footwear with a classic look and feel, our Wood Pegs for Shoe Making provide the authenticity and performance your work deserves.