There are no issues with use, but it is old and has corresponding damage. If you have any concerns, please inquire via comments. Maker: Poulsen Skone Type: 7439-12, Full Brogue Size: 8E Color/Material: Black, Calf Purchase Date: 1991-92 Place of Purchase: Beams in Jingumae (International, I think. I remember it was a store separate from the main store, near the entrance to Takeshita Street on Meiji Street. There was a shoe fitter, which was still rare at the time.) Remarks: I learned the maker's name, Poulsen Skone, after seeing the November 1989 issue of Brutus (a British shoe feature). It was introduced as shoes worn by graduates of Eton College. I had never seen Poulsen Skone shoes anywhere else, but I first encountered them at Beams. Comes with the original storage bag and box. The entire upper leather has dullness. The toe area has been repaired with rubber, and the heels have been replaced with rubber.