A brass plated heel knob is placed atop the full-form heel block for easy handling and removal. The heel block is contoured to fill the entire back space of the shoe, preserving the shoes shape and stability. A spring loaded center rod creates firm, yet gentle tension alongside the split toe block to eliminate creases from wear and prevent material cracking in storage. Both heel and toe sections are carved from Tennessee Red Cedar.

The cedar shoe trees will arrive smoothly sanded and unlacquered - an absolute must to allow the wood to naturally absorb moisture and odor from shoes. Only a fresh woodsy aroma will be left behind.