{"product_id":"c-1910s-side-button-boots-approx-sz-7-5-8","title":"c. 1910s Side Button Boots | Approx Sz 7.5-8","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGorgeous side buttons boots by W.L. Douglas, circa early 1910s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI love the pointed \"bat wing\" motif on these!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLikely a men's shoe originally, but I have give an approximate women's equivalent size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis brand advertised A LOT. I found hundreds, if not thousands, of their advertisements in the newspaper archives and I've included an image of one from 1913 in the photos of this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSizing on boots is always approximate, and I urge you to take careful measurements and ask any questions prior to purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese seem to be an approximate size 7.5-8 US women's, but please check the following measurements. I wear a size 7.5 and they fit me. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e9 3\/4\" inner sole length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3 5\/8\" width measured across the bottom of the sole at the ball of the foot, and 9 1\/5\" circumference at the same spot measured from the outside (at the first button).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6\" total height, 1 3\/8\" heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e9\" circumference at the top opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat condition overall with some minor age-related wear. Leather is a little stiff but doesn't appear to be overly dry or have any cracking.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe metal shanks of the buttons have some rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are wearable with care but please be aware they are antique boots. I highly recommend finding a cobbler you trust who can do maintenance and repairs on your shoes. It is usually very affordable and will extend the lifetime of your shoes by so much! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973580366074,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_5815.jpg?v=1785698535","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1910s-side-button-boots-approx-sz-7-5-8","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}