{"product_id":"monkey-boots-black-ops-shinki-shell-cordovan","title":"Monkey Boots - Black Ops Shinki Shell Cordovan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell cordovan leather is a very stiff and fairly inflexible leather known for developing handsome rolls instead of the usual creases that wear into other leathers. The break-in period for shell cordovan footwear can be much more severe than with other boots or shoes in certain cases, and may take a considerable amount of time or wear. Caveat emptor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are John Lofgren's take on the Eastern European (primarily Czech) surplus boots that saw popularity among civilian markets in the 80s. The actual origin of the name \"Monkey Boot\" is lost to history, but the prevalent opinion is that the tractor-tire-tread soles of the Czech boots offered enough grip to climb like a monkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're made from an all-black shell cordovan leather from the Shinki Tannery in Japan. Shell cordovan is a very specific cut and treatment of horsebutt leather, utilizing a very small (and \"shell-shaped\") section of the lower rump. The tanning and finishing processes are also highly specialized, producing a stiff, glossy horsehide leather that's also notoriously difficult to make and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather also ages very uniquely — while other cowhide and horsehide leathers will crease, shell cordovan curves and rolls, developing a beautiful silhouette as it wears in. As mentioned above, the stiffness and lack of stretch inherent to shell cordovan also contribute to a significant break-in period, and a tight fit out of the box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all of John Lofgren's boots, these were developed slowly and carefully from last to leather. Featuring a rolled edge at the ankle, tonal brass hardware, black edge stain, and Vibram's made in the USA 700 sole + heel combination, they're absolutely built to last, and will only get better with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the stiffness of the leather, we recommend selecting 0.5 size down from your usual Brannock measurement, as opposed to the usual full 1 size down for Lofgren Monkey boots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt on the John Lofgren 140 Last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack shell cordovan leather from Shinki Tannery in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive John Lofgren last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonal brass hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 eyelets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLace to toe configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat waxed cotton laces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA Vibram 700 sole + 700 heel combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather midsole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack edge stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e360 degree storm welt construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully resoleable and rebuildable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake 0.5 size smaller than Brannock size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"John Lofgren","offers":[{"title":"6","offer_id":45520485613741,"sku":"210000070521","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6.5","offer_id":45520485646509,"sku":"210000070522","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7","offer_id":45520485679277,"sku":"210000070523","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7.5","offer_id":45520485712045,"sku":"210000070524","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":45520485744813,"sku":"210000070525","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5","offer_id":45520485777581,"sku":"210000070526","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9","offer_id":45520485810349,"sku":"210000070527","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9.5","offer_id":45520489218221,"sku":"210000070528","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10","offer_id":45520489250989,"sku":"210000070529","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10.5","offer_id":45520488693933,"sku":"210000070530","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11","offer_id":45520488562861,"sku":"210000070531","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11.5","offer_id":45520488595629,"sku":"210000070532","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12","offer_id":45520488530093,"sku":"210000070533","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/5633\/files\/JohnLofgren-MonkeyBoots-BlackOpsShinkiShellCordovan-Flats-01.jpg?v=1767989557","url":"https:\/\/standardandstrange.mom\/products\/monkey-boots-black-ops-shinki-shell-cordovan","provider":"Standard \u0026 Strange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}