BUZZ RICKSON'S BR02800 SHOE, SERVICE, REVERSE UPPER, COMPOSITION SOLE Type M-43

Type III rough side out (suede side of leather)

The U.S. Army's M-43 service shoes were adopted in 1943.

The previous model, M-42 Type II, was made of smooth leather,

This Type III has the leather surface facing inwards,

It is easy to put your feet in and out, providing excellent comfort.

The sole is made specifically for this model, with a mold made from the actual shoe.

A total of 72 nails have been hand-hammered into the soles and heels of both shoes.

In addition, to improve the leather's protection and waterproofing effect,

It is treated with a penetrating wax.

There were also changes to the specifications. Type II had a toe cap,

In Type III, it is excluded considering motility,

The sole has also changed from the previous half rubber sole.

The full sole covers the entire bottom of the shoe, improving waterproofness and strength.

There are early and late models of the M-43 Type III.

The early model has rivets on the tip of the blades,

Later models from 1944 onwards omitted the rivets.

During World War II, the fierce battles on the European front

Used as foot gear by soldiers in all combat zones,

Also suitable as flying shoes for pilots and crews fighting in the sky

It was a favorite.

A distinctive feature of the early model is the rivets on the wings of the rough side out shoes, which are made on the raised surface of the leather.

The spec number, contract number, and size are engraved on the inside.

The insoles are also engraved with the same design as the real thing.

The M-43 service shoes were worn by Virgil Hiltz in the film "The Great Escape."

Steve McQueen wore it with the A-2 in the movie.

Its existence is widely recognized, and it is an ever-popular footwear to go with the A-2.