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The Halyard - Waterman

The Halyard - Waterman

$220.00
12 Waterman models

Size & Fit

Riomar shoes are made by hand in Portugal on a European last, and they run true to size. Find your US size below for the EU equivalent, then read the fit notes – particularly the one about width.

We build one width: standard American medium. We do not offer narrow or wide fittings in any style.

Because our last is European, our shoes are best worn snug, without socks.

US to EU Conversion

Men’s
US EU
8 40
8.5 41.5
9 42
9.5 42.5
10 43
10.5 43.5
11 44
11.5 44.5
12 46
13 47
14 48
15 49
Women’s
US EU
5.5 36
6 36.5
6.5 37
7 37.5
7.5 38
8 38.5
8.5 39
9 39.5
9.5 40
10 41

Men’s styles are offered in half sizes through 12, then in whole sizes 13, 14 and 15. Women’s styles are offered in half sizes from 5.5 through 10.

How Our Shoes Fit

Do Riomar shoes run true to size?

Yes. Order the US size you normally wear. Our shoes are built on European standards and can run slightly narrower than a standard American shoe, but the length is true.

Do you offer wide or narrow widths?

No. Every Riomar style is built in one width, standard American medium. If you typically need a wide fitting, reach out to the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com before you order and we’ll give you an honest answer about whether they’ll work for you.

Should I wear socks with them?

Our shoes are built to fit snug and to be worn without socks. The lining is odor-proof and antimicrobial, so going sockless is the intended experience – and it’s how you should judge the fit when you first try them on.

Will my shoes stretch?

A little, where your foot wants it – but how much depends on the leather. The suedes are the supplest and will give the most. The Fathom series is the most firm and will give the least. Everything else sits in between.

I’m between sizes. Should I go up or down?

Write to the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com and tell us the style you’re looking at and what you normally wear. Because the leather and last differ between our lines, the right answer changes by style – we’d rather advise you than guess.

Does the waterproofing change the fit over time?

No. Our leathers are fully waterproofed during the tanning process rather than treated on the surface, so getting them wet won’t shrink them or change how they sit on your foot. They are built to perform on the water – though, to be clear, this is no water sock.

Still not sure? Reach the Commodore at customerservice@riomarshoes.com for personalized advice – tell us the style and your usual size and we’ll help you land it.

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Want to Customize Your Look?

Custom Monogram Red - Navy - Red Old Glory on Navy
Change Your Bearings, Not Your Sole. Bearings are our patented, swappable accents. Add another below to make this shoe yours. Shop all Bearings →

The Waterman is defined by its versatility.  Designed for optimum performance on and off the water, The Waterman's hybrid driver sole, low profile lines, and technical capabilities make it the ideal shoe for everyday wear. Feel free to adventure and leisure, with confidence and style.

Halyard Brown : 100% Waterproof Portuguese Leather

Sole: Non Skid / Non-marking : Cocoa 

Lining: Odor-proof, Antimicrobial, and most important, Comfortable, Leather Insole

Bearing:  This shoe comes dressed with the Teak Bearing. 

Every Riomar takes the same bearings. Each one shackles across the vamp and comes off in seconds with no tools, so a single pair of shoes carries more than 130 different looks. If you would rather fly your own colors, our Bearing Masters will tie those too. Shop all bearings.

Riomar shoes are US men's sizing, built in one width, standard medium. Full measurements are on our size chart.

The uppers are cut and stitched by hand in Portugal, on lasts we have been refining since the first Waterman. The bearing channel is set during construction rather than added afterwards, which is why the swap stays clean for the life of the shoe.

Shipping is calculated at checkout. Full details on delivery, returns and exchanges are on our customer service page.

The Halyard - Waterman
The Halyard - Waterman
The Halyard - Waterman
The Halyard - Waterman
The Halyard - Waterman

Overall rating: 4.8908296 / 5 from 229 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Halyard - Waterman is praised for its versatile design, perfect fit, and high-quality materials. Customers appreciate its waterproof leather, non-skid sole, and comfortable insole. The shoe's stylish appearance and excellent customer service further enhance its appeal.

Summary topics

  • Sizing Recommendation (4%): In general, customers recommend ordering a half size smaller, as some recommend ordering 1/2 size down.
  • Fit (25%): A significant amount of customers expressed appreciation for the perfect fit of the product, with multiple reviews mentioning it.
  • Quality (18%): Many customers loved the high quality of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
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  • Look (22%): Many customers raved about the great look of the product, mentioning it multiple times in their reviews.

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Review highlights

  • "Durable and stylish and a sophisticated look and style from these shoes." — Brian J.
  • "Excellent fit, quality and style." — Andrea M.
  • "Great color, classy look and perfect fit!" — Kevin O.

Reviews

I bought them for my

"I bought them for my 31 year old son. He wanted something that could work for casual and business. He loves them and they look great! Thank you"

— Annie H. (5/5)

Love my new loafers

"Love my new loafers"

— mark C. (5/5)

"They’re perfect. Tough shoes. Look and feel great."

— Sandy (5/5)

Very nice style

"Very nice style"

— Dennis G. (5/5)

Comfortable right out of the

"Comfortable right out of the box. I have a pair of Faragamo drivers and I like these just as much for about 1/4 of the price."

— Randy B. (5/5)

4th pair.

"4th pair."

— Bob B. (5/5)

This is my fifth pair

"This is my fifth pair ! Fricking phenomenal! From the boat to the board room these Are equivalent to my italian loafers !!!"

— Brian F. (5/5)

Super comfortable, high quality, feel

"Super comfortable, high quality, feel great. Worth the $."

— Daniel C. (5/5)

Great company with fantastic customer

"Great company with fantastic customer service! Beautiful shoes at a worthy price point!"

— Gans J. (5/5)

Shoes are great very comfortable

"Shoes are great very comfortable"

— Jon W. (5/5)

Q&A

I have narrow feet. I wear size 13 in some shoes and size 14 in others. I seem to be wearing size 14 more than not now a days. What size do you think I should get?
14 seems to be your best bet.
Do you recommend the shoes being snug - will they stretch?
They can stretch a slight amount.
I wear a size 10 with socks. Should I get a size 10 or 9.5?
10
I am looking for something for work and beach life. I think the waterman works best over Deck driver, agree? Can you recommend a bearing for the Halyard that works for beach look?
No objections. Try these: https://riomarshoes.com/collections/bearings/products/carolina-blues
I have a wide foot, 11.5 4E. Do you have a wide version?
Not at this time

Patented · Interchangeable

Change your bearings, not your sole

Our bearings are hand tied by fishermen in Florida. Each one shackles across the vamp and comes off in seconds with no tools, so a single pair of shoes carries more than 140 different looks. If you would rather fly your own colors, our Bearing Masters will tie those too.

The Halyard - Waterman Custom Monogram bearing Old Glory on Navy bearing Riomar Burgee bearing Merica bearing Jolly Roger bearing Anchor bearing Teak bearing Navy - Red - Navy bearing Bahamian Flag bearing Near Shore bearing

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