Vintage Explorers Hiking Boots Men's 9 Brown Suede Leather Red Laces Mountaineer
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About this product
These Vintage Explorers Hiking Boots, men's size 9, feature a classic brown suede and leather upper with distinctive red laces. Manufactured in 1980, these ankle-shaft boots have a lace-up closure and round toe. Both the lining and insole are made of leather, with a leather outsole, providing a traditional feel. Originating from South Korea, they are designed for casual wear across fall, spring, and winter seasons.
Our take
For those who appreciate classic outdoor style, these Vintage Explorers Hiking Boots are quite a find. The brown suede and leather upper, paired with the red laces, really give them a timeless mountaineer aesthetic from 1980. The full leather construction, including the lining, insole, and outsole, speaks to a traditional build quality that's less common today. While they're described as 'Hiking' style, their vintage nature and leather outsole might make them more suited for casual wear or light, established trails rather than aggressive modern trekking. They're a charming piece of footwear history, perfect for fall, spring, and winter outings where style is as important as function.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Classic vintage 1980's styling
- Full leather upper, lining, insole
- Distinctive red laces
- Ankle shaft provides support
Cons
- Leather outsole may lack modern grip
- Vintage model, not for high-performance use
- Made in South Korea (Republic of Korea)
Specifications
- Outsole Material Leather
- Accents Lace
- Toe Shape Round Toe
- Closure Lace Up
- Occasion Casual
- US Shoe Size 9
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- Year Manufactured
- 1980
- Vintage
- Yes
- Personalize
- No
- Department
- Men
- Style
- Hiking
- Features
- Hiking
- Season
- Fall, Spring, Winter
- Handmade
- No
- Shoe Shaft Style
- Ankle
- Pattern
- Solid
- Color
- Brown
- Lining Material
- Leather
- Brand
- Explorers
- Type
- Boot
- Customized
- No
- Model
- 1980's Explorers
- Theme
- Hiking
- Shoe Width
- M
- Insole Material
- Leather
- Upper Material
- Leather
- Country of Origin
- South Korea (Republic of Korea)
