Historically Correct Footwear

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Historically Correct Footwear

Comparison of Our Footwear

to Original & "Sutler Row " Footwear

Our high quality reproduction footwear is built on copies of original lasts* in our private collection. These unused dated pattern lasts were reproduced, under contract, exclusively for Missouri Boot and Shoe Company by a major United States last manufacturer.

The uppers of our footwear are patterned form original specimens, original patterns, government specifications and, occasionaly, period artwork and photographs.

We have in our private collection a number of pieces of original footwear, and a complete set of original, proportional sliding boot makers patterns patented in 1863. (see these and other original tools pictured below)

Missouri Boot and Shoe Company is dedicated to providing its customers with highly detailed, museum quality reproductions of original footwear.

*Lasts-The varied size forms that shoes and boots are shaped on.

Now Let's Make Some Comparisons.........

Original Period Sole

Original Jefferson Bootee Profil

We believe you can see our commitment

to always making the most authentic

reproduction footwear on the market.

The Right Tools For The Job

Over many years we have strived to

constantly improve our products by

collecting as many original examples,

patterns, tools and specifications for

our reproduction Civil War era products

as possible. We are pleased to share with

you in this section photos of some of our

original boot and shoe patterns as well as

tools and footwear last.

Boot Vamp Sizing Pattern-Patent Dated 1863

Adjustable Boot Quarter Pattern Patent Dated 1863

Adjustable Ladies Shoe Vamp Pattern

Ladies Shoe Vamp Pattern

Dated Pattern Footwear Lasts

Our high quality reproduction footwear is built on copies of original lasts which are shown below. . These unused dated pattern lasts were reproduced, under contract, exclusively for Missouri Boot and Shoe Company by a major United States last manufacturer.

Last not only allow for correct sizing of footwear but give the shoe or boot it's unique shape and style. Since we build our footwer on exact copies of Civil War era last we can produce authentic styled footware. Modified, modern day, lasts often used by "sutler row" can not provide the same results.

In the close up at right the year 1862 can be seen stamped into the wood of the original pattern last.

G. H. Smith Pegging Jack

We also have a rare original G. H. Smith Pegging

Jack patent dated Sept. 8-1863. Just another

example of the attention we give to finding the

right tools for the job in our quest to make the

finest reproduction footwear available anywhere

on the market today.

In the close up photograph on the right your can

clearly read the raised letters on top of the jack.

American Military Footwear

Confederate Military Footwear

Civilian Footwear

Pull On Boots Military & Civilian

Hobnails & Heel Rims

Footwear Care Products

U. S. Knapsacks

Confederate Knapsacks

U. S. Accoutrements

Haversacks Military and Civilian

Confederate Accoutrements

Misc. Items

Top: "Sutler Row"Reproduction

Jefferson Bootee Sole

Missouri Boot & Shoe Company's

Jefferson Bootee Sole

Top: Profile of a "Sutler Row"

Reproducton Jefferson Bootee

Missouri Boot & Shoe Company's

Jefferson Bootee Profil

To achieve this high level of

authenticity and craftsmanship

we use only the finest leathers

and go to great length to collect

and study many original works

to reproduce.

We invest in anything that can

aid us in our quest to maintain

these high standards.

The first set of patterns, made of brass

And tin, bear the patent date of 1863.

With the assistance of these patterns

we are able to produce truly authentic

reproduction Civil War boots.

Also shown are two sets of ladies

Adjustable patterns and a fully

adjustable brogan quarter pattern.

Close up showing 1863 patent date.

Adjustable Boot Vamp Pattern - Patent Date 1863

Fully Adjustable Brogan Quarter Pattern

Adjustable Ladies Shoe Quarter Pattern

Ladies Shoe Quarter Pattern

These original pattern lasts were reproduced, under contract, exclusively for Missouri Boot and Shoe Company by a major United States last manufacturer.

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Missouri Boot & Shoe CO * 951 Burr Crossing RD * Neosho, MO * USA * 64850*

*Phone 417-451-6100*