John Lofgren Bootmaker LK-019 John Lofgren Military Desert Boots- Sand

About this product

John Lofgren Bootmaker Military Desert Boots are inspired by the originals made for South African and British soldiers in Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar during WWII. Desert boots gained traction in the American market from the 1950s with everyone from farmers to beatniks wearing them. In the UK they were especially popular with mods in the 1960s all the way up to the 1980s. They continue to be the ultimate smart casual boot that's lightweight and insanely comfortable. Pair them with denim, chinos and military style pants and shorts.

The JLB Military Desert Boots, though lightweight, are noticeably heavier than the average desert boot due to the robust construction. The leather insole is stitched together with the upper, lining and midsole. Others cut cost by leaving out the insole during the build and in the final step glue in a leather insole or some cheaper material like Puron. The JLB Military Desert Boots are on a different level.

Lot No. LK-019

1.25' heel, 3.75' shaft

Includes Japanese made John Lofgren Bootmaker box and dust bags

Japanese suede uppers and Japanese leather lining

Japanese made crepe rubber soles and heels

Embossed padded leather footbed

Double and triple stitched sewing

Japanese made steel shanks

Stitch down construction

Made in Japan

Description from Iron Shop Provisions.

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Brand

John Lofgren Bootmaker

Style code

lk019

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