I can't add much to Kevin's review, it is spot on even 4+ years later. This was my first trip to Maui and my visit to see Michael's store was mostly a coincidence. It caught my eye on a morning...
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Island Sandals, located in Lahaina, Maui, is a renowned leather sandal maker owned by Michael Mahnensmith. With over twenty years of experience, Michael handcrafts custom leather sandals that offer comfort, functionality, and good arch support, inspired by the ancient sandal designs used by the desert warriors of King Solomon in Ethiopia.
Using traditional craftsmanship techniques, Island Sandals creates unique leather sandals featuring a single strap harness that laces around the big toe, providing a perfect fit. With a focus on quality and pride in their work, Island Sandals offers a range of styles and colors for both men and women, ensuring a comfortable and stylish footwear option for those visiting Maui.
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First the harsh reality, you are going to wait month's to get your sandals. Once you let that sink in, you are ready for some made to measure leathercraft built by a master. He makes sandals that...
I've had the privilege of knowing Michael for over 40 years, and worn out two pairs of his wonderful hand crafted sandals. Our favorite conversation were how the US financial construct was minted...
I have a pair of sandal from Island Sandals I have owned for over thirty years. I hope the little old sandal maker is alive and well after the devastation. His work was the best.
Michael, the proprietor of Island Sandals, runs a little shop in a corner of the mall across from the Old Courthouse in Lahaina. We met for the first time four years ago. Having at the time no...
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