Abstract: Herein disclosed is a prick-preventing shoe, in which is sandwiched between a grounding sole and an inner sole a prick-preventing metallic core shaped to match the shape of the grounding sole and having at least its portion made of a sheet of an amorphous metal. The prick-preventing shoe has its prick prevention and flexibility compatible with each other so that it is advantageous to enjoy the spongy step accompanied by the bendability.

Abstract: Herein disclosed is an insole for use in a shoe, which comprises: a metallic core having at least its portion made of an amorphous metal sheet and shaped to match the sole of the shoe for preventing the shoe from being pricked; and a sheath enveloping the metallic core. The insole thus manufactured can enjoy the high prick-prevention and flexibility. When used in a shoe, the insole allows the shoe to bend well without any deterioration of the springy step. The insole is advantageous in its economy because it can prevent the shoe from being pricked, if used.

Abstract: Footwear having a toe protector removably connected to the toe thereof to protect the toes of a foot from falling objects. The removable connection is achieved by fitting headed protrusions on the sole into apertures formed in the toe protector.