Historical information

Kastinger Boots
Founded by Hermann Kastinger, the company was based in Austria from 1909 to 1981 . After several bankruptcies and changes of ownership, the company Lemipan , based in Pirmasens , Germany , is the current licensee.
In 1932, Max Kastinger took over the business from his father. In addition to double-stitched shoes, glued models were also produced for the first time. The decision to use this design laid the foundation for the inexpensive mass production of winter shoes. In 1953 the first successes were also achieved outside of Austria. Sales of the boots took off internationally and were greatly adapted and improved as ski technology also evolved.
In 2009, the Kastinger brand celebrated its 100th anniversary.

Significance

This image is significant because it documents changes in the design of ski boots over time.

Physical description

A pair of black leather lace-up boots with a white leather trim.

Inscriptions & markings

Kastinger logo on outside of boots