vintage van's style #49 ~ US10 US14 as such the friction is

as such the friction is stiff but rubber is flexible

minor separation between white rubber & uppers at toe creases & seams should not worsen

there is however no change in the integrity of the rubber which is super soft & flexible

the elastic cuffs at neck/wrist have stretched slightly

vintage van's style #49 ~ US10 US14 as such the friction isvintage van's style #49 chukka boot burgundy suede made in usa circa 1991 used US10 UK9 9. 5 (gum waffle outsole portion measures 28. 5cm left 28. 3cm right) excellent used condition. possibly were exposed to the elements with resulting suede stiffening. the rubber however remains soft & flexible throughout. possible oxidation of overglue at toes may lead to premature separation from rubber however from experience will hold up to normal wear.