Timeless, minimalist, elegant, versatile Consul Oxford from Church's. Black leather upper. Laces. Uppers in VGUC with mild signs of use, wear to soles and insoles as shown in photos. Handcrafted. A beautiful holiday/congrats on new job gift, or gift to self. I also think it'd make a cool/meaningful gift to a recent Political Science or International Relations grad. Church's Famous English ShoesConsul IVSize 10 DCustom Grade Leather Uppers and Leather SolesMade in EnglandFrom Church's description: "The iconic Consul has been gracing the feet of the English gentry since 1945 and was named historically after the English ambassadors and politicians who wore it. A classic cap toe oxford crafted on the 173 last, the time-honoured Consul has become our most popular style to date due to it’s sleek, elegant and uncomplicated, yet formal appeal. A natural finish is achieved using waxes, applied by hand, to gradually build up shading and enhance the innate beauty of the calf leather, while double stitching on the toe cap and quarter lining add defining details to this exemplary style. Made in Northampton, England. Classic lace-up oxford with cap toe stitchingCalf leather with natural finishCotton lacesBlind eyeletsLast 173Leather soleInternal lining for longevity of wearHandwritten shoe info to liningGoodyear constructionChurch’s crest to sock and soleHandwriting reads 100 D 73 "CONSUL IV"Heritage Brands, Artisanal, Genuine, Classic, Quality, Father's Day Gifts