More than 130 bearings in stock, hand tied in Vero Beach, Florida
Hand cut and stitched by Portuguese Cobblers
The Hemingway - Waterman

The Hemingway - Waterman

$314.00
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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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 Hemingway Waterman features our genuine, European waterproof leathers, sleek silhouette and refined hand stitching to create an air of classic sophistication. The Waterman's hybrid driver sole, and technical capabilities make it the ideal shoe whether attending a formal event at the club or enjoying cigars and an aged rum on the lanai, the Hemingway will ensure you make a statement in every step.

Hemingway Nubuck: Waterproof Spanish Leather

Sole: Non Slip / Non-marking Nicotine

Lining: Odor-proof, Antimicrobial

Bearing: Hemingway

 

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 Hemingway - Waterman
The Hemingway - Waterman
The Hemingway - Waterman
The Hemingway - Waterman
The Hemingway - Waterman

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 22 reviews.

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Great looking / great feeling

"Great looking / great feeling shoes… 5 star!"

— Beth S. (5/5)

It is a beautiful shoe.

"It is a beautiful shoe. Well constructed. Unfortunately, the 9. 5 is bigger than my 3 other Riomar shoes in 9. 5. I’ve returned one pair of Algarve shoes and replaced the pair with the Hemingway 9. 5. Also- I just tried to purchase the Bonefish model. You don’t have a size 9."

— Hugh A. (5/5)

My husband loves them! His

"My husband loves them! His first pair of Riomar!"

— Connie F. (5/5)

Most comfortable shoe I’ve worn

"Most comfortable shoe I’ve worn in years! Many compliments"

— David K. (5/5)

shoes look great. I ordered

"shoes look great. I ordered a red, white, and blue bit and these become the perfect summer shoe. And the fit true-to-size."

— MICHAEL K. (5/5)

"My husband love them!! So comfortable and so stylish!"

— Paula (5/5)

My goodness. Great feeling shoes

"My goodness. Great feeling shoes plus very stylish"

— Aaron C. (5/5)

Love these shoes so comfortable!

"Love these shoes so comfortable!"

— Stephen M. (5/5)

"My third pair of riomar shoes. Extremely comfortable and stylish. Highly recommend"

— John (5/5)

My New Favorites

"Great color and fit. Super comfortable and goes with everything. I also have Deck Drivers which I really like and make a nice 2nd fiddle to the Waterman. My wife is next to purchase after seeing mine."

— Doug W. (5/5)

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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 130 different looks. If you would rather fly your own colors, our Bearing Masters will tie those too.

The Hemingway - 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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