Vintage Pro-Tek-Tiv Extra Support Baby Shoes w/ Original Box P-318-AB USA 6.5 For Sale

Vintage Pro-Tek-Tiv Extra Support Baby Shoes w/ Original Box P-318-AB USA 6.5Vintage Pro-Tek-Tiv \"Extra Support\" children\'s/baby shoes with their ORIGINAL vintage shoe box.These are a wonderful little piece of mid-century American footwear history. The box is marked \"the Pro-tek-tiv EXTRA SUPPORT shoe,\" \"MADE IN U.S.A.,\" and \"HOAGUE-SPRAGUE CORPORATION, LYNN, MASS.\" The box also retains handwritten product/store markings, including P-318-AB, WHITE, BOOT and a handwritten price notation.The shoes are a matching pair of white/cream leather lace-up high-top shoes with dark leather soles and substantial heel construction.IMPORTANT CONDITION INFORMATION:These shoes are being sold AS COLLECTIBLE VINTAGE/ANTIQUE ITEMS and NOT as wearable footwear.They have significant age-related wear and deterioration consistent with their apparent age. The leather is dry and shows discoloration, scuffing, creasing, surface wear and areas of cracking. The soles and heels show substantial age and wear. The original laces are present but are also aged and fragile.The shoes have a distinctly vintage/old leather/storage smell. I would describe it simply as an \"old vintage shoe\" smell rather than an offensive odor, but buyers who are sensitive to vintage odors should be aware of it.I have intentionally NOT attempted to aggressively clean, condition, whiten, or restore these shoes. Because the leather is quite old and fragile, I do not want to risk damaging the original materials. The shoes should be handled gently.The original box is also quite worn, with age-related staining, scuffing, surface loss, tears and general deterioration. However, the original box, branding and handwritten markings are an important part of the item\'s historical/collector appeal.Please examine ALL photos carefully. The photographs are considered part of the description and show the actual condition of the shoes and box.These would be particularly interesting for a vintage footwear collector, historical display, antique/vintage children\'s item collection, photography/prop use, or anyone who appreciates original examples of early American children\'s footwear.PLEASE NOTE:
Due to the age and fragile condition of these shoes, I cannot guarantee that they are suitable for wearing or that the leather/sole components will withstand normal handling. They are being offered primarily as collectible/display pieces.Approximate shoe length: 6 inches. Please use the photographs and measurements to judge size, as there is no clearly visible modern size marking.Vintage item — sold AS FOUND.