Long Handled Shoe Horn

Yes, it is designed for regular, everyday use.

Yes, it is lightweight and easy to pack.

It can be used with dress shoes, trainers, and casual footwear.

Yes, it helps prevent crushing and wear to the heel counter.

Walter's long handled shoe horn is available online at waltersshoecare.com with free shipping on orders over $45 across Canada. Walter's products are also available at select premium footwear and department stores across Canada. Ordering online means it arrives directly to your door — no need to search through general hardware or pharmacy aisles where shoe horn selection is usually limited to cheap plastic options.

It's one of the most practical gifts you can buy for a parent or grandparent who has trouble bending down. A long handled shoe horn solves a real daily problem — and unlike most gifts, it gets used every single day. Walter's has been a trusted Canadian shoe care brand since 1893, so it's a gift that comes with genuine quality behind it. If you're putting together a care package, pairing it with Walter's Leather Shoe Cream Polish or a Shoe Cleaning Kit makes a thoughtful, complete shoe care gift set.

A short shoe horn (under 20 cm) is compact and works well when you're sitting down — it's great for travel or keeping in a bag. A long handle shoe horn (45 cm and over) is designed for standing use — you don't need to sit, bend, or crouch at all. For most Canadians, one of each is the practical combination: a long handled shoe horn by the front door for daily use with boots and dress shoes, and a short one in your travel kit or work bag. Walter's long handled shoe horn is built for the door — the tool you reach for every single morning.

Absolutely. A long handle shoe horn is actually the recommended tool for Canadian winter boots. Short shoe horns don't reach deep enough into a stiff boot shaft — especially with thick wool socks on. Walter's long handled shoe horn slides all the way to the heel of the boot before your foot goes in, making the whole process smooth even with bulky winter footwear. If you're pulling on Sorel Caribou, Kamik Nationplus, or Baffin Impact boots every morning from October to April, this tool makes a real daily difference.

Yes — this is one of the most common reasons Canadians choose a long handled shoe horn. The extended handle means you never need to bend down to put on your shoes. It's especially helpful for seniors, people with arthritis, reduced mobility, or anyone recovering from hip or knee surgery. You simply place the horn at the heel, hold the handle upright, and slide your foot in — no strain, no grip strength required. It works with slip-ons, lace-ups, and most boot styles.

For most boots, a long handled shoe horn of at least 45–50 cm (18–20 inches) is ideal. This length lets you stand fully upright while guiding your foot into the boot — no bending, no reaching. For tall winter boots like Sorel, Kamik, or Blundstone with stiff shafts, the longer the handle the better. Walter's long handled shoe horn is sized for everyday Canadian footwear, from dress shoes to thick-soled winter boots.