S&S x John Lofgren Black Cat Boots

S&S x John Lofgren Black Cat Boots

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The original M-43 service shoe that serves as the model for these was issued in 1943, with the rivetless version starting in 1944. The basic specifications for this boot were very simple. Composition sole, welted construction, natural combination-tanned rough-out cowhide, all built up on the Munson last with an unstructured toe. The goal was to have a cost-effective, durable shoe for all forms of combat conditions. Multiple variants popped up across the armed forces, including version for the Marines and the Navy, all with the same basic template.

The Black Cat Boots were inspired by the extensive research we do on the reproduction garments that we sell - the variety of one-offs and odd batches by the many contractors involved in supplying eight million active soldiers around the world during WW2 is absolutely staggering, which led us to ask: what could be out there that we haven't seen?

The answer is the entirely plausible Black Cat variation of the John Lofgren M-43. We swapped in a combination-tanned black Japanese roughout steerhide and added a custom shuttle-loomed label to complete the effect. The rest of the build stays the same, with USA-made Vibram 705 soles with 700 heels held on with a British-made Goodyear welt. 

They are built around the same Munson last as used in the originals, which makes for a comfortable, supportive boot.

  • Unlined black rough-out Japanese steerhide, tanned in Himeji
  • Gunmetal antique brass eyelets
  • Munson last
  • Unstructured toe
  • Smoothout tongue
  • Leather midsole
  • Shuttle loomed label
  • 360 degree storm welt
  • Vibram 705 sole with 700 heel
  • Made In Japan

Sizing:

Choose 1 size smaller than your Brannock device size.
Choose 0.5 size smaller than your Red Wing Iron Ranger or Alden Barrie last size.
Choose the same size as your Viberg 2030 last size.

Due to USPS service delays, we are shipping most USA orders via UPS Ground until further notice. If you prefer to have your order shipped with USPS, please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you.

USA ORDERS

  • Bandanas, Patches, T-Shirts, Socks, & Hats - $5 via USPS First Class Mail
  • Curbside pickup: Free
  • Orders $300 and over - Free shipping via UPS Ground
  • Orders under $300 - $12 shipping via UPS Ground
  • Expedited Shipping (1 - 2 business days) via UPS - $40

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS

Canada Shipping - Orders under $400

  • USPS First Class (10 - 15 business days)  - $18
  • USPS Priority Mail (5 - 10 business days) - $35
  • DHL Express (2-3 business days) - $55

Canada Shipping - Orders over $400 DHL Express (1-3 business days) - $50

Rest of World Shipping DHL Express (2-4 business days) - $55

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  • Before you purchase, please check the size charts we provide against your favorite garments.
  • Exchanges or returns for store credit will be accepted on full-price items within 14 days of delivery (as verified by courier)
  • Items sold on sale or discount are final sale, no returns or exchanges.
  • Items must be in original condition with all tags attached.
  • Items that have been washed, hemmed, altered, or excessively worn cannot be returned.
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MAKING A RETURN / EXCHANGE

For customers in the USA, please go to our returns portal at for any returns excluding leather jackets and footwear. There is no need to contact us directly once you initiate a return via the portal.

If you need to return or exchange a leather jacket or footwear, please e-mail hello@standardandstrange.com. Please include your order number and tell us if you'd like to make an exchange or return for store credit.

For international returns, e-mail hello@standardandstrange.com. Please include your order number and tell us if you'd like to make an exchange or return for store credit.

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