Name: Men's Mariner
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 145.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (197 reviews)

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PRIMAL 2 VS. PRIMAL 3 OVERVIEW

Balanced Weight Distribution
The increased overall outsole width ensures that your body weight is spread out more evenly, reducing the pressure points on your feet. This even weight distribution enhances comfort during various activities. For those with lower arches and flat feet, you will find that this is a big improvement. But for those with high arches, you may feel very little, to no difference.
Enhanced Outsole
The Primal 3 is made with our Widest Fit Last, just like the Primal 2. The difference is that we developed a new outsole on the Primal 3 with a wider footprint for more ground contact underneath the foot.
Higher Sidewalls
When examining the Lems Primal 3 from a lateral view, you may notice a visual difference — the sidewalls now wrap up higher on the sides. This is a deliberate design choice aimed at improving both fit and lateral stability. The higher side walls provide a snugger fit around the contours of your feet, cradling them comfortably.
Zero-Drop Platform
Just like the Primal 2, the Primal 3 is built on a zero-drop platform which keeps your heel and toes level, mimicking your natural barefoot position on a flat surface.

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FULL-GRAIN LEATHER UPPER

Crafted from premium full-grain leather, the Mariner can be dressed up or down. Date night? Business casual event? This versatile boat shoe has you covered.

WIDE TOE BOX

Unlike traditional footwear that squeeze the toes together, our foot-shaped toe box allows for maximum room giving the toes ultimate freedom to wiggle and spread.

ZERO-DROP

Places the forefoot and heel flat to the ground correcting posture, aligning your spine, and encouraging mid-foot strike.

LIGHTWEIGHT IBR OUTSOLE

Our proprietary IBR outsole is what makes Lems incredibly lightweight and flexible - giving your foot the sense of weightlessness.

4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 197 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 168 Total 4 star reviews: 27 Total 3 star reviews: 2 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0

99%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say these boat shoes offer exceptional comfort right out of the box, with a roomy toe box that allows natural foot movement. Many reviews mention the versatility for both casual and work settings, with the ability to wear them with or without socks. The cork insole receives frequent praise for its comfort, though some note the laces tend to come loose easily. While most find them true to size, several suggest sizing up half a size for the best fit. The shoes work well for both boat activities and everyday wear, with users particularly appreciating their lightweight feel and soft leather construction. Common feedback includes their suitability for long walks and all-day comfort.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
14 hours ago
Glad they're back
The old Mariners were my first Lems purchase and lasted a long time. Glad to have another pair. They were great right out of the box.
Christopher G.
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
4 days ago
Need to size up
Normally an 11.5 but definitely too small
Katie H.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4 days ago
mariner review
I have several pairs of your shoes and love every one. They fit and wear very well. I am happy to recommend Lem's and will certainly own more pairs in the years to come. thanks
Jeffery B.
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