1959 Wooden Shoe Lasts – Size 8E – Leader Brand

Description :
This pair of vintage wooden shoe lasts, dated July 1959, were manufactured by Leader and marked with size 8E. Measuring 11" long, these solid wood forms were essential tools in traditional shoemaking, used to mold and shape leather during construction. Visible wear, layered patina, and painted remnants add to their historic character. A charming decorative or functional piece for cobblers, designers, or collectors of vintage industrial tools.

Era:
1950s

Style:
Mid-Century Industrial

Technique:
Machine-shaped hardwood, with hand-marked sizing and branding

Tools Used:
Wood lathe, band saw, stamping tools, sanders

History:
Shoe lasts like these were used by shoemakers to form, repair, or stretch leather shoes before the widespread use of plastic and metal molds.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Leader – Stamped JUL 1959

Measurements:
11" Long, Size 8E

Suggested Weight:
2–3 lbs (pair)

Item Number : P13711

Category : Collectibles

Brand : Leader – Stamped JUL 1959