G.H. Bass & Co. has developed, grown and expanded over the years, but its basic policies remain the same. We believe quality leather and thorough workmanship are the foundation of good shoemaking and strive to build the best possible shoe for the purpose for which it will be used.
Through the years with G.H. Bass & Co.
An American Legacy.
1870's
George Henry Bass, the owner of a tannery in Wilton, Maine, embarks upon a career in shoemaking when he purchases shares of E.P. Packard & Co., a local shoe manufacturer. George becomes the sole owner and changes the name of the company to G.H. Bass & Co.
Bass takes orders, delivers shoes to his customers and gleans feedback from the wearers so he could make the "best possible shoe".
1900’s–1920’s
The first Bass moccasin was created in 1906.
During World War I, the Bass Aviation Boot was made the official aviation boot for the U.S. Army. Charles A. Lindbergh later wears those same shoes on his historic solo flight from New York to Paris.
1930’s–1940’s
Admiral Byrd wears Bass footwear for his expedition to the Antarctic.
Bass Weejun was born/introduced in 1936 and the Weejun was based on a shoe discovery in Norway.
During World War II Bass develops a cold-weather boot for the 10th Mountain Division of the US Army.
1950’s–1960’s
Penny loafer evolved into a symbol of “cool”. In fact, celebrity James Dean was spotted wearing a pair of Weejuns!
In late 1960's Bass introduces Sunjuns, the soon to be essential summer sandal.
In 1968 Bass acquires Burgess Shoe Stores, renaming them Bass Factory Outlets and establishing the company in the retail outlet sector.
1970’s–1980’s
Michael Jackson wears white socks and black Weejuns in a music video, setting off another craze for the style.
PVH acquires G.H. Bass & Co., today one of America’s top selling shoe brands.
1990’s—Today
The Bass brand continues to be the manufacturer capturing the essence of American casual and weekend footwear throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and South America.
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