Laird Schober & Co. Vintage 40s Peep Toe Pinup Ankle Strap Alligator Pump 7.5 B

A beautiful pair of 1940s alligator peeptoe ankle strap heels! They are slightly squared at the toe, with open sides. The ankle straps buckle in front, and have sturdy elastic at the back for more comfortable fit. I love the addition of a small strip of sturdier leather over the reptile strap where the buckle fastens to protect from excess wear and tear. The heel is sturdy but with a graceful curve. SIZE: Labeled size 7.5B Measurements Length, heel to toe, inside 10” Width across widest part of sole 3.25” Heel height 3.25 MATERIALS/COLORS: The uppers are done in shiny brown alligator leather, lined with soft taupe leather. The outer sole is tan colored leather. MAKER: Laird Schober & Co. imprinted in gold on L&R insole, and Laird Schober's logo with a rampant lion embossed into the outer sole on the shank. CONDITION: Very good vintage condition. Elastic is still great. Straps have some wear from being slipped through buckle. (Not broken but a little flaky). See close up. Soles, heels and uppers well made and still sturdy / seams tight. A testament to the quality of these beautiful shoes. Size and other style numbers hand written on inner strap. Laird Schober originated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1870, and continued making shoes until 1965. They were known for being expensive but very high quality, winning a grand prize at the Paris Exposition, an Excellence award from the Franklin Institute, and collaborating with Elsa Schiaparelli.