Item Description
Original Items: Only One Pair Available. The "Corcoran Style" Jump Boot was devised specifically for the airborne infantry; the most significant change from regular infantry boots were the lack of leggings which prevented the snagging of parachute risers. They were designed in 1941 and put into action for the 82nd Airborne. After training, the troopers were allowed to blouse their M42 Trousers into their boots, when before during training they needed to be over the boots for they were not paratroopers at the time. They saw action in Sicily, Italy, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. In 1945, they were replaced by the M43 Combat Boots, which came with major opposition from the paratroopers as the two buckles on the leggings could be snagged on the parachute risers and injure the trooper.
This is a nice service used pair of WWII Airborne Jump Boots, which definitely saw service during the war, and possibly after. They are nicely broken in, and definitely show wear on the rubber soles and heel extensions. There is also cracking and a bit of leather separation in the leather portion of the soles. They have the correct 12 eyelets and leather laces, as well as the correct construction.
These were often marked on the soles, and unfortunately due to the wear, we can no longer read the manufacturer or size information. They measure about 11 1/2 inches long from the back to the front of the leather toe cover.
A great set of WWII Issue boots, with a great look. Ready to display!
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