Henke Swiss Mountain Boots - Tricouni, Hobnail Ski Decor Native American woman weaving snowshoes

Native American woman weaving snowshoes

Early 1900s

sleddable/usable

he conceived of a sled with runners that were weakened in the middle to act as a hinge to permit the front portion to pivot for steering

Henke Swiss Mountain Boots - Tricouni, Hobnail Ski Decor Native American woman weaving snowshoesSwiss Mountain Boots 1900 1945, 20th century Leather, Metal 12"l x 4. 5"w x 7"h Vintage Winter Museum These Mountain Boots were manufactured by a Swiss company called Henke. They have markings of 28 5 8 and a serial# B36903. They feature tricouni and hobnail cleats to provide traction and durability in the alpine environment. Boots like these were also used frequently in war to aid the soldier in stability. I had the privilege of talking to a few old