ARMOND – VERNA'

Armond Verna This is one of the new additions to the Venetian company's 2026 collection dedicated to hunting and the outdoors. Compared to more specialized models, developed to withstand particularly harsh conditions, Vernà is based on a different concept: versatilityIt is a boot with a modern and sporty design, designed to accompany the user throughout the year and on different types of terrain.

The range includes three versions: Vernà Orange, Vernà Brown, and Vernà Grey . The first two use a one-piece upper in water-repellent nubuck, while the Grey version introduces a different technical and aesthetic characterization thanks to the use of greased suede.

The construction platform remains common: internal lining Sympatex, wide anti-scratch protective band, light and flexible insole and a customized Vibram sole da Armond with a modern and dynamic design. A combination designed to offer comfort, cushioning, and stability without making the shoe excessively heavy.

A boot to use all year round

Armond describes Vernà as a boot highly versatile and suitable for year-round useThis is probably the concept that best allows us to understand its position within the 2026 collection.

It wasn't developed exclusively for a particular season or type of terrain. The goal is to offer footwear capable of accompanying the hunter through the various phases of the hunting season while also being suitable for hiking and other outdoor activities.

The structure combines materials traditionally used in technical footwear, such as leather and a waterproof membrane, with a more contemporary look. The sole also contributes to this approach, visually abandoning the image of the classic heavy boot in favor of a more dynamic design.

Vernà thus becomes an interesting proposition for those looking for a single boot capable of adapting to different situations , favoring balance and comfort over extreme specialization.

Vernà Orange and Brown: one-piece upper in water-repellent nubuck

The Orange and Brown versions share an upper made of water-repellent nubuck with a one-piece construction.

Nubuck allows you to preserve the natural characteristics of the leather while adding a soft and pleasant-to-the-touch surface, particularly suitable for a shoe in which strength and comfort must coexist.

The water-repellent treatment provides the first line of defense against external moisture, while the single-piece construction reduces the number of seams on the upper's surface. This solution is particularly suited to outdoor use, where seams and seams may be constantly exposed to rubbing against vegetation and the ground.

The difference between Orange and Brown is therefore primarily aesthetic. The Vernà Brown interprets the boot through more traditional shades that are easily associated with the hunting environment, while the Vernà Orange introduces brighter, sportier accents, further emphasizing the model's contemporary character.

Vernà Grey: Change the material with oiled suede

The third variant does not just change color. For the Vernà Grey Armond in fact it indicates an upper in greased suede, differentiating it from the water-repellent nubuck used for Orange and Brown.

The oiled finish gives the surface a distinctive character and helps protect the leather during outdoor use. Visually, the Grey takes on a distinct, more technical and contemporary personality, while maintaining the overall Vernà aesthetic.

This is an important detail because it allows you to choose the three versions based on more than just your favorite color. Orange and Brown share the nubuck construction, while Grey offers a different interpretation of the leather with oiled suede.

However, the Sympatex membrane, the protective band, the insole and the sole system remain common.

Sympatex: Water protection and moisture management

All three versions feature a waterproof and breathable Sympatex lining . This complements the upper's protection and allows the Vernà to handle conditions where wet grass, dew, mud, and humidity are a normal part of on-trail activity.

In a boot intended for year-round use, moisture management is particularly important. It's not enough to simply prevent water from penetrating from the outside: while walking, it's also necessary to facilitate the dispersion of moisture generated by the foot.

The Sympatex membrane performs precisely this dual function, helping to maintain a more comfortable internal environment during long journeys.

The choice is consistent with the Vernà's mission: a boot that must be able to transition from milder seasons to wetter conditions without being limited to strictly seasonal use.

The anti-scratch band protects the most exposed area

Armond completes the upper with awide band made of scratch-resistant materialThe function is to protect the boot from the impacts and abrasions that inevitably occur when leaving the prepared routes.

Stones, branches, roots, and vegetation come into contact primarily with the lower part of the shoe. Concentrating additional protection in this area helps preserve the leather without unnecessarily stiffening the entire upper.

It is a particularly suitable solution for a versatile model like Vernà: protection where it is really needed and greater flexibility in the rest of the shoe.

The result is a boot that maintains a structure protective enough for hunting use, without necessarily taking on the massive character of a shoe designed exclusively for extreme terrain.

Flexible insole and Vibram: comfort during long distances

The construction of the Vernà pays particular attention to walking. Armond use a light and flexible insole, chosen to increase comfort and allow the shoe to follow the movement of the foot more naturally.

At the base we find a customized Vibram sole, characterized by a modern and dynamic design. According to Armond, the combination of insole and sole has been developed to offer cushioning and stability on different types of terrain.

Precisely the ability to handle different terrains is crucial for the Vernà's intended use. During a day's hunting, you can quickly move from a forest road to undergrowth, from a compact stretch to soft or rocky terrain. A versatile boot must therefore maintain balanced behavior when the terrain and footing are constantly changing.

The choice of Vibram also adds to the project the experience of one of the most consolidated names in the production of soles for technical mountain and outdoor footwear.

Orange, Brown, or Grey: three interpretations by the same Vernà

The three colors allow to Armond to give different personalities to the same shoe without changing the project philosophy.

Vernà Orange This is the visually sportiest version. The orange accents underline the modern character of the boot and create a more evident contrast with the leather. It is probably the variant that best expresses the desire to Armond to move away from the traditional image of the hunting boot.

Vernà Brown, on the other hand, represents the most classic interpretation. The brown tones blend naturally with the woodland environment and maintain a more evident connection to the tradition of hunting footwear, while preserving the sporty design of the new platform.

Vernà Grey is the most contemporary version and stands out technically for its use of greased suede. The grey hue and the different leather treatment give it a distinctive identity, particularly suited to those who want to use the boot beyond strictly hunting.

The choice between the three versions therefore becomes above all a question of material, taste and personality : the technical basis and the intended use remain substantially common.

Armond Vernà Orange, Brown, and Grey: Features Compared

Vernà: versatility as its main feature

Inside the news Armond 2026 Verna It plays the role of a transversal boot well. It does not aim to be the most extreme model in the collection, but tries to offer a balance between protection, comfort, waterproofness and ease of walking.

The one-piece Sympatex upper and extensive scratch protection provide the necessary features for hunting; the flexible footbed and Vibram outsole work on comfort and stability when the distances increase.

The three versions further expand on this philosophy. Orange and Brown share the water-repellent nubuck leather but interpret the boot with two very different color identities; Grey, on the other hand, adds the distinctive feature of greased suede and an even more contemporary aesthetic.

It is therefore a boot designed for those who do not necessarily want to own a different shoe for every situation, but are looking for a model to use throughout the year, in hunting as well as in excursions and outdoor activitiesA versatility that Armond has chosen to accompany it with a sportier design, without sacrificing the materials and technical solutions that characterize the production of the Italian brand.

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