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Beloved by JFK, Mr. Rogers alike, the Circular Vamp Oxford (CVO) was created after our founder Paul Sperry slipped off his boat but his dog, whose paws were natuarlly non-slip, didn't. Cutting patterned grooves into blank rubber shoe soles, Sperry developed the world's first non-slip boat shoe. It was so good; it became the official shoe of the US Navy.

Since 1935 - The Circular Vamp Oxford

Low on slip, high on style. Beloved by JFK, Mr. Rogers alike, the Circular Vamp Oxford (CVO) was created after our founder Paul Sperry slipped off his boat but his dog, whose paws were naturally non-slip, didn't. Cutting patterned grooves into blank rubber shoe soles, Sperry developed the world's first non-slip boat shoe. It was so good; it became the official shoe of the US Navy.

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Non-Slip Sole

The razor-cut Wave-Siping™ technology delivers ultimate wet/dry traction with non-marking rubber outsoles. Translation: You won't slip, regardless of the surface beneath you.

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Premium Materials

Quick drying canvas uppers with a signature OrthoLite™ insole and textile sock liner.

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Timeless Silhouette

A riff on the classic oxford, with the comfort of a sneaker, iconic in its simplicity.

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Carefully Constructed

A vulcanized construction with secure bonding between uppers and outsoles.