Boot
Object number2016.120.42 a,b
Manufacturer
Matterhorn
Manufacturer
Vibram Corporation
Date1974-2012
OriginUnited States of America
MediumLeather; Rubber; Fabric; Plastic; Metal
Credit LineGift of Elaine Berkowitz
DescriptionPair of black leather military uniform boots, size 9. Mid-shin height. Twelve pairs of eyelet holes/metal loops with laced black shoelaces featuring plastic aglets. Black rubber sole with rugged tread and heel plate. Quilted marroon fabric lining.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a - measured in resting position): 10.5 × 4.25 × 11.563 in. (26.7 × 10.8 × 29.4 cm)Height x Width x Depth (b - measured in resting position): 10 × 4.125 × 11.563 in. (25.4 × 10.5 × 29.4 cm)
Marks(a)
Imprinted text on exterior proper left side of boot near top "MADE IN / U.S.A."
Raised text on underside in yellow at center "vibram" and black text at rear "vibram".
Imprinted text on interior of tongue at top "9 M R27053 7 / 1950" and exterior of tongue at top "Matterhorn".
Black fabric tag inside boot at front proper left has embroidered text "Thinsulate / Thermal Insulation".
(b)
Imprinted text on exterior proper right side of boot near top "MADE IN / U.S.A."
Raised text on underside in yellow at center "vibram" and black text at rear "vibram".
Imprinted text on interior of tongue at top "9 M R27053 7 / 1950" and exterior of tongue at top "Matterhorn".
Black fabric tag inside boot at front proper left has embroidered text "GORE-TEX / BEST DEFENSE".
Historical NotesPart of a collection related to the military career of Elaine Berkowitz, LTC, DC, USAR. Part of stateside uniforms.
Previous owner
Lieutenant Colonel Elaine H. Berkowitz
Related institution
United States Army
Related institution
United States Army Reserve
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