vintage van doren style #44 ~ US8.5 ? print the rubber has not cured/solidified

the rubber has not cured/solidified & remains flexible however this will lead to premature aging

towards but not quite at US11

(see last pic)

rubber is a little dry however remains soft & flexible throughout

these show extensive wear inside & out

vintage van doren style #44 ~ US8.5 ? print the rubber has not cured/solidifiedvintage van doren style #44 authentic navy canvas made in usa circa 1978 used US8. 5 UK7. 5 8 (gum waffle outsole portion measures 27. 6cm) very good used condition HOWEVER THESE ARE DEFECTIVE! rubber cure solidification has set in, cracking is evident & widespread loss of rubber will occur. only the foxing stripe area & above is effected & the waffle & friction itself will hold up to normal wear. the first foxing however will flake away over time.