This is the legendary Florsheim Viking S-1317 cordovan wingtip. This high-end series can be considered a predecessor to the Imperial line. The combination of the high-quality cordovan leather's overwhelming luster and the detailed craftsmanship of the stitching, punching, and pinking is a design befitting a high-end series! Also, the double sole with five-nail construction and the two-row nail-down top lift are Imperial designs, which is surprising considering they were adopted as early as the early 1950s. The number of pairs from 1950 is now extremely limited, so why not take this opportunity to acquire one? About Florsheim: A long-established American shoe brand. Founded in Chicago in 1892 by Milton Florsheim and his father, Sigmund Florsheim. Supported by Ivy League students in the northeastern United States in the late 1950s to mid-1960s, it is known as a representative brand of American traditional style. Brand: Florsheim Model: Viking S-1317 Size: US 8 1/2 Width: D Outsole: Wide 11cm, Narrow 7.5cm, Length 30.5cm, Heel: 2.5cm Color: Burgundy Material: Cordovan Accessories: None Condition: Heel cup damage. *Returns are possible. Considering the rarity of this pair, please refrain from excessive fitting. In particular, please avoid putting tension on the heel area. Please refrain from trying them on outdoors. We recommend purchasing this as a collector's item. Returns are possible after considering the above precautions. #vtg09collection