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Aku Italia

AKU Pilgrim GTX Combat FG M

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AKU Pilgrim GTX Combat FG M

Aku Italia

AKU Pilgrim GTX Combat FG M

5 reviews

Regular price 239,99€

Sale price 239,99€ Regular price ~~239,99€~~

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Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Color:

Black

Size:

UK 7.5 (EU 41.5) UK 8.0 (EU 42.0) UK 8.5 (EU 42.5) UK 11.5 (EU 46.5)

Product variants

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The Aku Pilgrim GTX Combat FG M is a multi-purpose boot with outstanding support, breathability, and impact absorption. Thanks to these features, the Pilgrim GTX Combat FG M performs well in prolonged use whether you call it hiking, trekking, or marching.

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Product details

Description

The Pilgrim is based on the Aku NS564 combat boots, which were developed according to specific requirements by the US Navy Seals. This spin-off model has become more popular than the original due to changes that make it more versatile and comfortable: the shaft is a slight bit longer and the last is wider. Hidden from view are a waterproof membrane and extra cushioning of the sole for long marches.

The Pilgrim is issued by the British armed forces and is very well-liked by the soldiers wearing them for work.

Super-breathable Air 8000

The number means 8000 grams of vapor permeability per one square meter in 24 hours, which is up to 11 times more than ordinary footwear with a waterproof membrane. This has been achieved with hydrophobic materials throughout the top: the materials don't get soaked which would lead to loss of breathability, but they actually transfer the moisture to the outer surfaces and away from the shoe. Also, the glue between laminated layers is web-like instead of a moisture-blocking even layer.

TL;DR - these shoes are much more breathable than other waterproof shoes you've tried, and dry faster, too!.

These shoes have been manufactured according to UK sizes. We recommend you check out the size guide.

Size guide

Manufactured according to UK sizes, to which they are true. The last is fairly wide and the toes have a generous allowance. If you want a tighter fit, consider half a size smaller. Pro tip: if you already own Salomon Forces series footwear, these seem very close to their sizes in our experience.

The correct conversion to US standard sizes is to add one, I.E. UK 8 is the same as US 9. (The mfg labels on the box may refer to a different standard, please look at the UK sizes only.) If you know your European shoe size or foot length in millimeters, look at the chart below for better conversions.

Please note! The chart is based on hard facts about shoe size conversions: Paris Points, Barleycorns, and such. When you receive the boots, you may notice that the box and boot labels may not be the same as we indicate. The UK size is correct across the range, so use that to verify what you have.

Size chart

Measurements in centimeters

Metric
EU-Size	Foot length	UK-Size	US-Size
EU 35.0	220 mm	UK 3.0	US 4.0
EU 35.5	224 mm	UK 3.5	US 4.5
EU 36.5	229 mm	UK 4.0	US 5.0
EU 37.0	233 mm	UK 4.5	US 5.5
EU 37.5	237 mm	UK 5.0	US 6.0
EU 38.0	241 mm	UK 5.5	US 6.5
EU 39.0	246 mm	UK 6.0	US 7.0
EU 39.5	250 mm	UK 6.5	US 7.5
EU 40.0	254 mm	UK 7.0	US 8.0
EU 40.5	258 mm	UK 7.5	US 8.5
EU 41.5	262 mm	UK 8.0	US 9.0
EU 42.0	267 mm	UK 8.5	US 9.5
EU 42.5	271 mm	UK 9.0	US 10.0
EU 43.5	275 mm	UK 9.5	US 10.5
EU 44.0	279 mm	UK 10.0	US 11.0
EU 44.5	284 mm	UK 10.5	US 11.5
EU 45.0	288 mm	UK 11.0	US 12.0
EU 46.0	292 mm	UK 11.5	US 12.5
EU 46.5	296 mm	UK 12.0	US 13.0
EU 47.0	301 mm	UK 12.5	US 13.5
EU 48.0	305 mm	UK 13.0	US 14.0
EU 48.5	309 mm	UK 13.5	US 14.5
EU 49.0	313 mm	UK 14.0	US 15.0
EU 49.5	318 mm	UK 14.5	US 15.5
EU 50.5	322 mm	UK 15.0	US 16.0

Technical details

Materials and construction

Upper: Full grain leather / Air 8000 2.0 mm
Upper protection: Bycast
Lining: Gore-Tex Performance Comfort
Outsole: Vibram Fourà
Midsole: Die-cut EVA
Lasting board (stiffness): 6-4 mm Nylon + die-cut EVA (medium)
Footbed: CF IMS
Weight: 1.2 kg / 2.64 lbs (size EU 42 / US 9.0, pair)

The Pilgrim boots are made in Aku's factory in Serbia. Aku is very strict and careful about the quality of their products and the requirements are met in the Balkans, where boots are made to the sound of Turbofolk.

Instructions & care

Care and warranty

We recommend that you read our shoe and bootcare article In a perfect world, you'd let your boots dry for 24 hours with the insoles and laces removed after using them. Your footwear will last longer and work better if you alternate between pairs. Obviously, don't take this too literally and use common sense applied to your situation.

Clean dirt off the boot with lukewarm water and a brush. Avoid aggressive detergents, at most go for some mild detergent. Dry at room temperature.

Before the boot is fully dry, impregnate with a spray-on protector and/or treat them with care creme on a moist sponge. The treatment soaks into the fibers of the material, making it water and dirt repellent. Contrary to intuitive thought, this doesn't make the footwear less breathable: wet and dirty materials are the poorly breathing ones.

Aku footwear has a 24-month warranty for material and workmanship. It goes without saying that we at Varusteleka don't let customers down; in this case, the manufacturer is also part of the chain that keeps you going.. In a perfect world, you'd let your boots dry for 24 hours with the insoles and laces removed after using them. Alternating between pairs will prolong their life and improve their performance. Obviously, don't take this too literally;

Shipping & returns

Deliveries: We ship worldwide to most countries, partnering with trusted carriers such as DHL, UPS, DPD, Posti, etc. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location, cart weight, and selected shipping method.

Returns: We offer a 100-day return window. Returns in Finland, EU and USA are free. For returns from outside of EU and USA, the customer is responsible for the shipping costs of the return postage. Some items (food, opened hygiene products, made-to-order/personalised items) can't be returned.

Read our shipping policy here and our return policy here.