{"product_id":"soviet-officer-boots-chrome-leather-sapogi-size-43","title":"Soviet Officer Boots – Chrome Leather Parade Sapogi, Size 43 (277), NOS","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Soviet officer boots are traditional tall parade sapogi made of 100% genuine chrome leather, in new old stock (unissued) condition. Unlike standard kirza boots made of synthetic material, chrome leather (khromovye) boots were the supple, polishable version reserved for officers and parade or dress uniform use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Officer's tall boots (sapogi), parade \/ dress uniform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% genuine chrome leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original leather sole with traditional construction, reinforced with wooden pegs and metal nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLining:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full light-colored natural leather lining with factory stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarked Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 277 \/ 43 (Mondopoint 277 mm foot length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e European 43, US approx. 10–10.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e С (standard \/ average width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal ink stamps including GOST standards and size markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic pull-on construction, no zippers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet Union (USSR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew old stock and never worn. The boots are in excellent vintage condition, though the leather may show minor storage marks or patina. Please see the photos for details. When choosing size, please check the Mondopoint marking 277, which refers to the internal foot length in millimeters (about 10.9 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolished chrome leather boots were an essential part of the Soviet officer uniform for parades and formal occasions. Unissued examples in a larger, wearable size such as 43 appeal both to militaria collectors and to anyone looking for vintage leather boots for men with authentic traditional construction. They are also a strong choice for reenactors building a complete Soviet army uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681724268693,"sku":"EBAY-406887562074","price":157.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-officer-boots-chrome-leather-sapogi-size-43-1.jpg?v=1791708872","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-officer-boots-chrome-leather-sapogi-size-43","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}