The John Lofgren Bootmaker M-43 Service Shoes combine heritage craftsmanship with modern functionality. Built on the patented Munson last, these boots offer a tailored fit that accommodates various foot shapes, ensuring exceptional comfort. Made with Horween Waxed Flesh uppers and Goodyear welt construction, they boast durability and timeless style. Featuring a 1.5" stacked heel and Vibram cork soles, these shoes are perfect for both daily wear and rugged adventures, offering versatility for contemporary lifestyles.
From the brand: John Lofgren uses Dr. Edward Munson's traditional military last, specially designed for U.S. Military Service Boots in 1912. Dr. Munson studied the feet of thousands of soldiers over roughly half a decade in order to develop a supremely comfortable and rugged last that fits virtually all foot shapes, and would allow soldiers to perform their duties in WWII. The Munson last runs large, we recommend sizing down one half size from your standard Brannock measurement.
John Lofgren Bootmaker M-43 Service Shoes are not simple reproductions of WWII U.S. Army service shoes. Not just another boondocker. They are a modern-day piece de resistance of footwear, carefully designed to meet the needs of contemporary life, but still look very classic, down to the distinctive Munson last shape.
The Munson last was patented in 1912 by U.S. Army doctor, Edward Munson. Dr. Munson perfected his last after studying the feet of more than two thousand soldiers. JLB M-43 Service Shoes, like all John Lofgren Bootmaker footwear, are totally built in Japan with master craftsmanship in all details.
Lot No. LK-017
Horween Waxed Flesh uppers
Goodyear welt construction with
USA
made storm welts
Heavy single, triple and quadruple stitched sewing
1.5" stacked heel, 6" shaft
Japanese
made steel shanks
USA made Vibram 700 cork soles and 7335 cork heels
Embossed padded leather heel pad
D/Wide width
Built on the original Munson last
Includes Japanese made John Lofgren Bootmaker box and dust bags
