Color...Black Although it's listed as black, it's a complex color that looks like a mix of brown and green. Also, the size is 26.5, but the marking is 9 1/2. I usually wear 26.5. The soles are MADE IN ITALY VERO CUOIO. Vibram rubber has been applied to the soles, so there is no damage. It's genuine crocodile. #Brankini #Testoni #Santoni #42nd ROYAL Highland #Zegna #HERMES #Hermes #Allen #John Lobb #JOHN LOBB #Cheaney #Church's #Inside-lacing #Plain toe #Lace-up shoes #Crocodile leather #Alligator #Goodyear welt #Mackay method