Posted on West Point Parents Facebook page today:
Boots for Class of 2014
The boot and low quarter shoe letter has been signed!
It should be available on the Candidate Log In portal shortly.
The letter authorizes incoming new cadets to purchase boots and black shoes before coming to West Point. The prices listed below are AAFES prices. If you purchase through another source, expect to pay more.
The approved boot manufacturers for the hot weather tan boot are Wellco, Belleville, McRae and Altama Delta. Two websites posted below....
http://www.bellevilleshoe.com/product.php
http://www.wellco.com/
The men's shoe is an oxford style, black leather, mildew resistant; non-shiny; DSCP - AAFES key item #M206H, $45.65); authorized one pair.
The women's shoe is also an oxford style, black leather, moccasin toe; non-shiny; DSCP - Style 90100: key item #M210P; $45.60); authorized one pair.
The black leather oxford shoes may not be available in all military clothing sales stores. They can be purchased at most Air Force clothing sales stores.
Recommend visiting a GOOD shoe store where feet can be measured before ordering if ordering via phone.
Recommend bringing one pair of shoes and one pair of boots at a minimum. Additional pair of boots and shoes will be issued on R Day. Spend time in your shoes/boots to get your feet used to wearing this type of footwear and for break in purposes...eliminating the potential for blisters and foot problems during summer training.