Up for sale is a pair of vintage men's apron toe derby dress shoes in a hard-to-find wide sizing of Men's 8 2E (Extra Wide). Handcrafted with pride as a "Union Made in the U.S.A." heritage piece, these shoes feature a rugged yet classic orthopedically contoured design built for superior arch support and all-day comfort. Crafted with a premium cognac brown leather upper, they showcase a clean stitched apron toe silhouette, a secure 4-eyelet blucher/derby lace configuration, and heavy-duty Goodyear welted construction. The outsoles are genuine thick leather paired with vintage "Speedway Cushion" rubber heels, maximizing durability and shock absorption.
Features: - Brand: Vintage / Heritage (Stamping on the insole reads "Orthopedically Contoured for Support and Comfort") - Size: Men's 8 2E (8 EE Extra Wide Width) - Production Markings: Style 12049 / 2Y4 / 818 - Upper Material: Genuine Full-Grain Leather Upper - Outsole Material: Genuine Leather Soles with "Speedway Cushion" Rubber Heels - Style: Apron Toe Derby / Blucher / Comfort Orthopedic Walking Shoes - Color: Rich Cognac Brown with Black piping accents around the collar - Technical Details: Sturdy Goodyear welted edge stitching, 4-eyelet lace placket, supportive built-in leather arch insoles - Manufacturing: Authentic Union Made in the U.S.A.
Condition: Good vintage pre-owned condition. The premium leather uppers retain an excellent structure and a handsome, aged patina with natural character creasing across the vamps. There are minor surface scuffs on the lower sides and heels from normal wear, adding to their rugged vintage character. The internal lining and insoles are intact with visible gold-leaf lettering. Genuine leather outsoles and heavy-duty Speedway rubber heels show honest walking wear but remain completely solid with plenty of life left. Cleaned, conditioned, and ready for work. Please see attached high-resolution photos for full visual inspection.
Shipping & Handling: - Fast shipping via USPS Ground Advantage - Item carefully wrapped and packaged securely to preserve shoe shape - Shipped from a smoke-free facility