Church's - Brogues - Size: EU 42

Here is a true collectible masterpiece for connoisseurs of English artisanal footwear: a splendid vintage pair of Church’s Diplomat semi-brogue Oxford shoes. This lot hails from the ultra-ambitious Era “2 Cities” (London - New York), placed between the late 1960s and the 1970s.
This pair represents a piece of shoe history, crafted on the legendary Last 73—the elongated and iconic silhouette that was retired after the brand was acquired by the Prada Group. Purists and vintage collectors regard Last 73 as the absolute peak of craftsmanship and the historic proportions of Church’s.
Technical Specifications:
• Brand: Church’s (Famous English Shoes)
• Model: Diplomat (Oxford Semi-Brogue)
• Last: 73
• Color and Leather: Classic Black (Vitello / Bookbinder)
• Size: 90 E (Equivalent to UK size 9 / EU 43 - standard fit)
• Era: Vintage 2 Cities (The insole bears only the markings “London” and “New York”)
This Exclusive Complete Set Includes:
1. The Shoes: Fully authentic and magnificently preserved.
2. The Shoe Trees: A pair of original Church’s mechanical aluminum shoe trees for collection, Made in England, extremely rare and highly valuable even on their own.
3. The Box: The original era cardboard box, corresponding to the shoes’ specifications.
Condition of the Lot:
Excellent vintage condition for the object’s age. The black leather uppers are soft, retain a brilliant shine, and show no deep cracks or structural damage. The internal lining and factory codes written by hand are perfectly clean and readable. The original leather soles are worn but extremely solid, with the Goodyear welt stitching intact. The heels retain the original rubber heel protectors branded Church’s. The shoes have always been stored with their shoe trees inserted in a smoke-free environment.
Tracked and insured worldwide shipping via premium express courier. A truly rare opportunity to acquire a complete vintage set in museum-grade condition.