Solovair - 8 Eye Zipped Platform Derby Boot

The county of Northamptonshire, England has a long history of shoemaking dating back to the 13th century. In 1881 five men living in the village of Wollaston banded together to form a co-operative (a company owned and run by the people working in it) called the Northamptonshire Productive Society (NPS).

In the 1950's Dr. Maertens and his associate, Dr. Herbert Funck, developed a now famous air cushion sole. R. Griggs and Company Ltd., who owned the rights to manufacture footwear with this technology, sought out the best local factories to manufacture footwear using this sole.

NPS was an obvious choice and in 1959 some sample boots with air-cushioned soles were welted for Griggs' factory. Times change and NPS no longer produces footwear under licence, but they have maintained independence and high-quality standards. NPS registered the name Solovair in 1994, and their footwear retains the original manufacturing quality.

This pair of boots is the 8 Eye Zipped Platform Derby Boot in black "greasy" leather. It has a Goodyear Welted construction so they can be re-soled. Other features include: leather & synthetic lining, side zip for easy on/off, and a soft "Suspension Commando Sole".

Tagged Size UK 9

Made in the UK

Good Condition - Priced low due to a slight ripple in the toe box, which cannot be felt while being worn. Please check the photos supplied.

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