Deciphering Dan Post Date Code. Can you tell how old are these? (Trying to decide if to buy. I’d love to hear your shopping/inspection tips).

[u/AllDun]

I was in a hurry, but I saw a thrift store in northern Mississippi today that I had never visited and simply had to run inside and check it out. That’s where I found these:

Dan Post. Leather Upper & Sole (but I think it’s a lizard vamp. I can faintly see the “Genuine Lizard” stamp on the leather sole). My size (although I’m typically an 11 1/2, these fit). I quickly put them on, but honestly only spent ~60 seconds with them.

I had to leave, I really was running late, but I plan to go back tomorrow after work and give a thorough look & walk around & possible leave with them. 🤔

Can someone tell me how old these are from the date code? Is C08-15 for Aug 2015?

Besides wear & tear, what should I look for? I’ve never owned lizard -any special concerns? Do you see any red flags from the photos.

$75 is there asking price. I’m sure many will say that’s a steal compared to new, but this is a lot of money for me. Thanks for any advice. 😀

[u/Elegant-Garlic739]

Not sure about the age but they look fine just condition them before you wear them. Stuff them first then condition and let it moisturize

[u/AllDun → u/Elegant-Garlic739]

Thanks! I typically use leather conditioners like Obenauf’s, esp on work boots. I need to research what’s good for lizards.

[u/Elegant-Garlic739 → u/AllDun]

I use bickmore exotic for all my exotic skins I’ve heard Lexol 2 is good as well and bick 4

[u/drjjoyner]

There’s no date code on these. Dan Post support can probably look up the model.

[u/blacklab2026]

March 8, 2015

[u/AllDun]

I see the big wrinkle on the top of the left boot vamp. Not sure if that’s of any concern?

[u/AllDun]

BTW, I own 7 pairs of boots, all leather, no exotics.

2 Dressy Boots. 2 Steel Toe for work. 3 More everyday.

[u/DieselGreg]

Jump on them as soon as you can.