Welcome to Old_Time_Hockey. Today we are presenting a museum-grade artifact from the heart of Minnesota hockey: The Riedell "All-Star."
Founded in 1945 by Paul Riedell (who spent decades perfecting his craft at the neighboring Red Wing Shoe Co.), Riedell Skates was born out of a desire to bring elite-level comfort to the competitive athlete. This pair is a landmark piece, as it is precisely dated and sized by the internal factory stamp.
The 1955 Timestamp: The internal stamp "10 1955" identifies this as a size 10 produced in 1955. Finding a precisely dated professional hockey skate from this era in this condition is a significant find for any hockey historian.
The NHL "Rules Committee" Hardware: These holders carry the official N.H.L. Rules Committee approval stamp. In the mid-50s, this was the highest certification available, signifying it met the safety and performance standards of the National Hockey League.
Premium Leather Craftmanship: Stamped "Riedell Red Wing, Minn." on the polished black leather outsole, these skates reflect the legendary durability of Red Wing, MN, shoe manufacturing. The high-gloss finish on the outsoles served both an aesthetic and functional purpose, helping to shed water during use.
Nubuck Performance: The light tan nubuck lining was a premium feature usually reserved for custom pro orders, offering a "broken-in" feel and superior foot-lock right out of the box.
Uppers: Near-pristine black leather with no deep scuffs or structural cracks. The "All-Star" branding on the tendon guard is crisp.
Holders & Steel: The Canadian-made holders remain highly reflective. The carbon steel runners are exceptionally clean with a full factory profile.
Interior: The nubuck liners are soft with no signs of dry-rot. The flat brown leather insoles are clean and intact. There are some vintage initials marked on the interior of the tendon guards, a small sign of the item's personal history (see photos).
Hardware: Minimal oxidation on eyelets; original white laces remain clean and strong.
US Skate Size: 10.0
US Men's Shoe Size: 11.5
US Women's Shoe Size: 13.0
EU Men's Shoe Size: 45.0
Mondo: 29.5 cm
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