Established in 1876 by George Henry Bass of Wilton, Maine, G.H. Bass & Co. Began with a man on a simple mission to make the best possible shoe for the purpose in which it will be used.

A hard-won reputation for quality, comfort and durability is exactly what has kept bass in business for almost a century and a half. Personifying the American spirit, bass shoes have been worn for generations, shaping them into an iconic symbol of discovery, perseverance and self-expression. G.H. Bass has perfected the technique over decades of development and innovation, adapting to meet modern challenges, proving that a true original is always in demand.