Shanking

process of inserting bottom shanks and sometimes shank covers into the bottoms of shoes

Gluing

Bottoms shanks are frequently adhered in place, such as with contact cement. Depending on the material of the bottom shank, it may be abraded or wrapped in other material, such as fabric, to improve adhesion.

Lacing In

Bottom shanks may be fixed under stitching sewn across the lasted uppers.

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