France, Germany and other leading EU nations would never allow Britain a pick and mix approach to the bloc's rules. Norway and Switzerland have to abide by many EU rules without any influence over how they are formed.
The toe of the Concord is a little more round than the Franklin's, bringing the style closer to the shoes found at Ft. Ligonier. We took the pattern for the Franklin uppers and formed them over a last taken from an 1860's military shoe. The Concord is available in rough or smooth finish.
All of our magnetic shoe insoles are a smooth surface there are no nubs or bumps. Our magnetic insoles are covered with a rugged non-slip Cordura nylon covering that resists cracking and deterioration even under strenuous use. The Cordura material is the same quality that is used on garment bags.