Sears engineer boots from the late 60s to early 70s. Size: 9E (27cm - 27.5cm) Toe: Steel toe Material: Cowhide Color: Black (brown core) Sole: NYLON CODE Made in USA (Chippewa) The cross-section is brown, so the core color will appear as you wear them. Made by Chippewa, so the construction is the same as Chippewa boots from the same era, except for the tag. The leather quality, buckles, trapezoidal backstay, and last are all great. Red Wings are cool too, but I think the old Chippewa engineer boots have a smarter, cooler look. This is a golden size and the condition is quite good considering the age. There are minor scratches, but no major damage and little wear on the soles. These are becoming harder and harder to find every year. You probably can't buy them for this price anymore at vintage clothing stores. Please understand that the price may increase in the future depending on the market. *The price is set as is until the end of the year, but it will likely increase from next year. The boots have been cleaned and sterilized with infrared light before listing. Please understand that these are vintage items and appreciate their age.