Screw-fastened. A shoe having the sole attached with screws, as in cheap or working shoes.
Seal Grain. Usually a flesh split, with an artificial grain which is stamped or printed on the finished leather.
Second Lasting. The same as relasting. Term used most in turn work.
Shank. The middle position of the bottom of the foot. Shank supports are placed in shoes to stiffen that part of the bottom. They are of steel, of wood, or of a combination of leather board and steel, and can be placed in the shoe any time before the outsole is laid.
Shank Burnishing. Polishing a black shank with hot iron.
Shank Finishing. Finishing the shank with blacking or in colors. The top lift is generally finished at the same time.
Shanking Out. Means making the edge of the shank thinner than the other part of the sole, and making it smooth.
Sheepskins. Used largely for linings and for cheap shoes for women and children. It is too soft and weak in texture for heavy wear, and liable to split and tear.
Short Vamp. A foreshortened vamp. The distance between the extreme tip and the throat of the vamp shortened for appearances.
Sides. Leather made from hides which are split into two sides down the back.