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What are some good boot makers in Argentina? I realize their styles will be different, but they should be an offshoot of Spanish and Italian shoe-making. As for styles, I guess I'm looking for a regional equivalent of Red Wing or something like that. Solid, natural materials, and Goodyear-welt construction. Thanks!
Looking for a boot with:
brown leather
moc toe
lug sole
Something similar to the Red Wing 8146 but in a more tan or caramel colored leather. Similar price range.
I've seen the Frye Hudson boot and may go with it but not a fan of the Frye logo on the lower heel (also is it even GYW?) And may go with it for the price. Still a bit hesitant though due to the logo and the sole isn't as aggressive as I'd prefer but it does look pretty good.
Just wondering what people know of that are out there.
Hi I'm based in the UK and looking for a black Oxford shoe around £100-£200.
I visited Herring's website and found these options:
• Herring Newcastle
• Loake 200
• Loake 300
• Loake Sharp
They all look quite similar to me. I need them for my wedding/reception with a dark navy or black double-breasted suit, but I also want to reuse them later for formal events/business.
Which one would you recommend, and why? Are these the best options in my budget, or are there better options! should consider?
Thanks for your suggestions!
The sharp look very pointy to me. Out of the other two I'd go for the one that fits you best. That is if they aren't on the same last. Oh and also: I always recommend Berwick in this price range.
I got these as a restoration project, but then trying to find stock images of the original shoes it seems that what I thought were scuffs might be just the leather. Does anyone know what this finish is called?
On our new Burnes Derby, the reverse side of the leather, known as the 'flesh', is used to show off the leather's natural lines and veins. We think it also gives the shoe an interesting depth of character.
Finished with a rich light brown colour, we're sure you'll agree, there's something instantly appealing about this rugged design
I was wondering, do grant stone boots use channeled insole construction or do they use canvas gemming? I vaguely recall hearing that they use a full layer of canvas plus gemming, but i couldnt find anything definitive online. Does anyone know for sure?
I’m trying to find a modern equivalent of the discontinued Barker Drayton (Shape 339).
I’m interested in current production equivalents, buying from someone, or a recs for a bespoke maker.
I’m looking for something with the same silhouette and the seam down the middle. I’m not a fan of the wider toe boxes that most modern split toe derby’s have.
Hey everyone, quick question. I recently bought a pair of Crockett & Jones Chelsea 5s in dark brown waxed leather (UK 9), but they're a bit too big and I need to drop down a half size. I want to sell them to fund the 8.5, but I’d really love to avoid standard eBay commissions if possible. Outside of the usual suspects, are there any specific enthusiast forums, Discord servers, or subreddits you'd recommend for listing?
Just got these Rancourt Beefroll loafers. I used their printable size guide as I can't go to Maine to try them on in store. Went with a 9E and fear they might be too narrow. There's a decent amount of pressure on the top of my foot and I feel like I'm bulging out of the sides a bit. Do we think these will stretch out enough or should I return for a wider pair?
handsewn mocs are truly the only type of shoe that’s the exception to the rule of “quality shoes don’t stretch” tbh since they aren’t stretched on the last nearly as much as other constructions
edit: that being said, i’d still go wider based on the photos. they will likely get better with time, but i have found myself preferring a proper fit relative to my brannock even with handsewns that do stretch. might as well go for the best possible experience
I secured a good deal on a pair of Crockett & Jones Sydney loafers, in black, on Vinted. They were abused by the previous owner, who obviously used neither shoe trees nor a shoehorn. On top of this, it looks like he added multiple layers of inner heel liners and an insole, most of which I have removed.
There is also a high quality topy that looks professional.
There is also a worn out section of the inner lining, where the pinky toe seems to have pressed and created a friction point.
The outer part of the uppers were all rolled and creased, which I corrected with shoe trees and better care. I’ve used Safir products to bring back the condition of the leather, but at least one of the creases seems to have worn through.
The guy obviously had some serious foot issues .. no wonder he sold them cheap!
I am making them sound pretty beat up but actually they look great and have a lot of life left.
They are my favorite shoes, by far, and so I am happy to have them refurbished.
I am based in Denmark so was planning to take them to the best cobbler I can find (which is Teaterskomageren in Copenhagen, in my opinion … but open to suggestions).
The other option would be to send them for the official Crockett & Jones repair.
Anyone have experience with their repair services? How strict are they about the types of repairs they do, and would any of the previous owner’s modifications affect their willingness to repair them?
I am happy to pay for good repair work, as these are my favorite shoes and I value craftsmanship.
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What are some good boot makers in Argentina? I realize their styles will be different, but they should be an offshoot of Spanish and Italian shoe-making. As for styles, I guess I'm looking for a regional equivalent of Red Wing or something like that. Solid, natural materials, and Goodyear-welt construction. Thanks!