Highly sought after Birkenstock sandals. Birkenstock uses high-quality materials in the production process, such as top-grade leather, rubber, etc. These materials are expensive. 2. Exquisite craftsmanship: The craftsmanship of Birkenstock shoes is very particular, requiring many times of fine manual processing. A strap, a buckle and a contoured cork footbed are masterfully combined to create the original Birkenstock sandal - the Madrid. An iconic slide with amplified buckle accent. Shown in oiled nubuck leather. Anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed Oiled leather upper, colors may vary Footbed lining: leather Sole: EVA Details: single wide strap with large adjustable metal pin buckle “Made in Germany” ***A few light marks on leather from international move as seen in the fifth picture. Original price $140 ordered directly from Birkenstock in Germany