Canadian Logger's boots

Canadian Logger's boots

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Pair of Canadian Logger's Dayton size 8 1/2 boots

Details

Category:
Protective Clothing
Object Number:
1983-238
Measurements:
overall: 290 mm x 115 mm x 288 mm,
type:
protective boots
credit:
Webber, A.

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