Imperial Kenmoor 93602

The Imperial Kenmoor 93602 features full leather construction throughout. The upper utilizes cashmere calf leather with a pebble grain finish, while full leather lining extends throughout the interior. The sole construction consists of double leather layers secured with a storm welt design. Leather heels incorporate a distinctive v-cleat detail featuring 50 to 80 nails.

Leather quality varied across the production timeline, with 1960s models demonstrating superior materials compared to versions manufactured in the 1980s.

A significant design change occurred in 1973 affecting the heel construction. Prior to 1973, the 93602 featured a flush v-cleat design where the triangular metal piece sat level with the heel surface. Post-1973 models transitioned to an inset v-cleat design, creating a visible distinction between early and later production runs. Documented examples also show hand-stained brown leather finishes, though the standard offering maintained the tan pebble grain appearance.

The early 1960s models showed less size consistency compared to later production, suggesting manufacturing process refinements as the model matured. Despite these evolutionary changes, the core design elements remained stable throughout the 30-year production run.

The 93603 plaintoe blucher used the same leather and last as the 93602.

The 93602 appears regularly in secondary markets as one of the most common vintage Florsheim long wing models found today.

Florsheim Shoe Company was established in 1892 by Milton Florsheim in Chicago with the goal to produce high quality men's dress shoes at a moderate price. This philosophy guided the company's expansion through the early 20th century. By the early 1960s, when the 93602 was in full production, Florsheim controlled over 70 percent of the better shoes for men market segment, defined as shoes priced at $20 or more per pair. The Imperial series represented the company's premium offering, featuring dress shoes with special comfort features that justified higher price points while maintaining the founder's commitment to value.