Any info out there on old shoe company? Bob Smart

[ElChuy]

I've been doing as many different google (and SF) searches as I can, to no real avail. I'm interested if anyone out there has any information or knowledge regarding a (i guess now-defunct) USA shoe company by the name of Bob Smart.

Any thoughts or info on the quality of the shoes? Were they comparable to AE or Alden in their day? I found a pair the other day thrifting that seemed quite nice- brown longwings, pretty much brand new condition, all leather sole/heel, leather lined. I'm a bit of a newb when it comes to shoes, so I don't really know if these would have been welted or glued or whether they would be worth picking up.

 

[ElChuy]

Just realized this type of question really should go in the "Ask a question thread." Will be posting there, but can't find a way to delete this thread. Sorry about the thread clutter.