The Grafters Monkey Boot is a true working-class style icon, blending durability with distinctive 60s subcultural attitude. Crafted from tough, polished leather and set on a sturdy rubber sole, these boots feature the defining extended lacing down the vamp and a rounded toe for both comfort and authenticity.

Built to last and designed for everyday wear, the Grafters Monkey Boot retains all the hallmarks of the classic design that made it a favourite across generations, from its robust construction to its unmistakable silhouette. Whether paired with jeans, sta-prest trousers, or a sharp Mod ensemble, these boots deliver timeless appeal and rugged charm in equal measure.

Originating as practical military footwear, the Monkey Boot first appeared in Czechoslovakia during World War II, prized by soldiers for its durability, grip, and affordability. After the war, surplus pairs made their way across Europe, becoming especially popular in Britain thanks to their sturdy build and low cost.

By the 1960s, the boot had taken on new cultural significance, adopted by Mods as part of their clean, stylish aesthetic, with figures like Pete Townshend helping to cement its cool status. Later, the Skinheads and Punks of the 1970s and 80s embraced the monkey boot as a symbol of working-class pride and rebellion. From battlefield practicality to countercultural statement, the monkey boot remains a true piece of British style heritage.

• Grafters Bordeaux Brush Leather Monkey Boots.
• Ankle high lace up boot.
• Classic two-tone brush off leather with smart polished finish.
• Seven eyelet lace fastening with antique brass eyelets.
• Traditional tonal stitch detail.
• Rounded toe.
• Chunky thermo rubber sole to keep to sure footed whatever the weather.
• Colour: Bordeaux.
• Composition: Leather upper. Other outsole.
• SKU: B430M Brush Leather Monkey Boot Bordeaux

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