I just received my LL Bean Spring 1933 catalog in the mail (egregious delivery delays!). I’m forwarding along to Archival readers in need of last minute moccasin sandals, pack baskets, tackle kits, Maine fishing coats, tobacco pouches or fly rod outfits for their August camps. To order your goods, complete the form below and send …
Tag: camp moccasins
Shopping from the present: Arrow Moccasins
Editor’s note: While Tom prefers open toe footwear for summer, I typically opt for loafers or lace up moccasins. New to my line up is a pair of shoes made exclusively for the Tannery by the Arrow Moccasin Company. Unlike most premium Mocs, the Arrows are sized to fit men and women. I purchased a …
Archival Moccasins
I’m shopping for hand stitched, double-soled leather mocs for Spring. Before I make a purchase, I thought I would review a few product offerings from the past. Next week, I’ll document the best of what’s available today.
Archival Refurb: Maine Hunting Shoes
Here’s a terrific opportunity to have your favorite leather mocs resoled with Bean genuine 1922 hunting rubber soles.
Shopping from Cabela’s, Summer 1980
Cabela’s is one of the biggest outdoor suppliers in the country. Like LL Bean, their catalog still holds some gems, but it’s their old offerings that are really attractive for being short and sweet.
Camp Moc Review
Unlined, oiled leather camp mocs are my favorite shoes for summer. I wear several pairs in rotation from June to August. Where one would normally sport tennis shoes (for cycling, dog walking or skateboarding), I wear mocs. As the catalog patter goes: “these shoes have the snappy appearance of a moccasin with the support of …