Here are my professional grade roller skates from 1979-1980 that were worn sparingly. I helped manage a skating rink in northern Illinois 40+ years ago, and my boss (professional figure skater) insisted I order the best skates at the time as this would help me in selling our product line.

When I left Illinois to go away to college in Texas, the skates went into storage, where they've been until now. I've had them packed away for the last 40 years, so opening the case was like opening a time capsule.

However,they look as good as I remember. I recently gave them a good buffing and overhaul, and they are ready to roll for any skating enthusiast.

Here's what you're looking at:

Top of the line leather Riedell men's size 9 boot with Shearling Wool Tongues. 

The Riedell Model 297 Professional Boot was designed for the artistic or rhythm skater that wants the very best. The boot features full grain leather uppers and soft moisture resistant top-grain leather lining. Reinforced quarters and ankle padding offer great support while the soft Shearling lining on the tongue offers the ultimate in comfort. The 297 Professional boot offers excellent flexibility for performing complicated dance steps. These retail today at approx. $500.

The boots are in excellent condition with very little wear inside or outside and are mounted on Sure Grip size 6 plates fits 8 to 9.5 sized boot -- Century Plates with offset toe stop design. Retail $189.

The wheels are Belair Blazer II. Very smooth and with precision bearings are extremely fast. These are in amazing condition with great traction. Retail with bearings $125+.

The toe stops are Snyder and also in excellent condition. Retail $28.

If you love rollerskating and have always wanted top of the line but couldn't shell out the big bucks, I get it. Here's your chance to own a pair of such skates for an affordable price.

I'm tossing in the vintage metal case and Allen wrench, too. The case has some minor rusting around the locks and hinges, but it still functions great. A slight tear inside on the case's top cover (see photo), but nothing that ruins the integrity or function of the case. The case is solid.

Please look at all photos, and email me if you have any questions. I've tried to be as transparent as I can about this amazing pair of skates. I want you to know what you are getting. Good luck.

Shipping mainland USA only: $35.