How many of you are into shoes... (Dress Shoes)?

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Syed117

Thanks

Edit : What would you recommend as a good polish for chromexcel?

Typically I don’t and generally I only use conditioner. However if you get a scuff that won’t buff out with a brush and a bit of conditioner then and only then i’ll Use the closest brown cream I have on hand. By the way Saphir does have a specific cream for Chromexcel but based on what I heard at the time it's not all it's cracked up to be. Besides as I said I only use cream sparingly to cover scuffs as this is not a leather which was designed to or requires polishing such as calf leather does.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by incontrol

Thank you for posting the video Dan. Very informative along with your comments in this thread. I have been considering buying a pair but have been confused as well.

For wear and tare it definitely looks like the calf holds up much better but the color is a more difficult one to wear with many colors.


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Thank you sir.

To a point, however as I tried to say Chromexcel is actually a very hearty type of leather. It may not appear as nice but in fact it’s an excellent leather especially when it comes to more inclement weather and I tend to like that color better. I actually purchased the calf version but I have a number of other Chromexcel boots and even a pair of shoes in that leather. It just depends whether your looking for something that looks nicer or something that actually performs better. The creasing is actually pretty common for Chromexcel boots or shoes.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by jhcam8

FYI - my buddy on SF is organizing a Group MTO (saves on the MTO upcharge) for a
Gaziano & Girling Thorpe Boot in
Chestnut kudu
Mh71 last,
single wensum sole,
blind eye let,
storm welt,
cost is 1330$
Let me know if you want to contact him.

I have a pair of the same boots on the same Last but in oak kudu. Fabulous just frigging fabulous. I would highly recommend getting a pair of G&G shoe trees if you decide to get them though. That would probably add another $200 however for me it’s a worthwhile investment for a shoe tree which is the closest match to this Last on a pair of boots or shoes which cost north of $1000 even though I know others disagree.

[El-Duderino]

Originally Posted by SearChart

I recently bought a pair of Red Wing iron rangers, they are obviously not made of such fine leather as Edward Green but I think they're great for every day.

I have to be careful visiting this thread, the enabling is strong here

Nice choice! I’ve been eyeing those myself. Being I live in Minnesota, I’m kind of ashamed I don’t own a pair of Iron Rangers...yet. Did you find you had to go down a half size on them?




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[SearChart]

Originally Posted by El-Duderino

Nice choice! I’ve been eyeing those myself. Being I live in Minnesota, I’m kind of ashamed I don’t own a pair of Iron Rangers...yet. Did you find you had to go down a half size on them?

I'm usually a size 43 (EU size chart) and in my iron rangers I'm a size 41. I don't know what the US sizes are, sorry.

They were very stiff the first few days (not uncomfortable) but are now slowly getting softer and they feel fantastic. Great boots.

[incontrol]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thank you sir.

To a point, however as I tried to say Chromexcel is actually a very hearty type of leather. It may not appear as nice but in fact it’s an excellent leather especially when it comes to more inclement weather and I tend to like that color better. I actually purchased the calf version but I have a number of other Chromexcel boots and even a pair of shoes in that leather. It just depends whether your looking for something that looks nicer or something that actually performs better. The creasing is actually pretty common for Chromexcel boots or shoes.

I really like the color of the Chromexcel boots as well and it’s weather resistance. The only thing that gives me pause is the scuffing that seems to be severe, in the area that rubs near the heel when you drive a car. Is this normal wear?

Thanks for sharing your insight with us. I have learned a lot from you Dan.


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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by incontrol

I really like the color of the Chromexcel boots as well and it’s weather resistance. The only thing that gives me pause is the scuffing that seems to be severe, in the area that rubs near the heel when you drive a car. Is this normal wear?

Thanks for sharing your insight with us. I have learned a lot from you Dan.


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Thank you. The pleasure is mine really since it’s a passion of mine and hopefully I have been of some help.

I think that just depends on the individual. I don’t seem to have that issue. The one thing that kind of drives me nuts about the Alden Indy boot is the tongue. Since it’s not connected or sewn to the sides of the boot it can travel. There are remedies for this such as having a cobbler sewing it to one side or the other. It really is too long of a tongue not to be attached at least partially to the side of the boot. I’ve seen where some individuals have a cobbler punch a small hole near the top of the tongue and sew it to the side of the boot. At least that’s the way I remember it being done. I never did this to mine and I just kind of put up with the issue when I wear them.

[incontrol]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thank you. The pleasure is mine really since it’s a passion of mine and hopefully I have been of some help.



I think that just depends on the individual. I don’t seem to have that issue. The one thing that kind of drives me nuts about the Alden Indy boot is the tongue. Since it’s not connected or sewn to the sides of the boot it can travel. There are remedies for this such as having a cobbler sewing it to one side or the other. It really is too long of a tongue not to be attached at least partially to the side of the boot. I’ve seen where some individuals have a cobbler punch a small hole near the top of the tongue and sew it to the side of the boot. At least that’s the way I remember it being done. I never did this to mine and I just kind of put up with the issue when I wear them.

You have been a great help to me. I have been following this thread for at least a year or more, I knew nothing before. Everyone who posts in this thread has done much to enlighten those of us new to these higher quality shows. Thank you Dan and to everyone else who has posted here.


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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by incontrol

You have been a great help to me. I have been following this thread for at least a year or more, I knew nothing before. Everyone who posts in this thread has done much to enlighten those of us new to these higher quality shows. Thank you Dan and to everyone else who has posted here.


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If you haven’t I’d recommend that you have a look at Styleforum they have appreciation threads for a great number of shoemakers to include Allen Edmonds, Redwing, Alden, C&J, Rancourt, Edward Green, and much more.

[incontrol]

Originally Posted by dddrees

If you haven’t I’d recommend that you have a look at Styleforum they have appreciation threads for a great number of shoemakers to include Allen Edmonds, Redwing, Alden, C&J, Rancourt, Edward Green, and much more.

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[Fredrik]

Didn't we have a boots thread too?

Anyway, yesterday I took out my winter boots from storage and put away my summer boots. Left row, summer boots, front to back: John Lobb, Carmina, Bonafe, Viberg and Allen Edmonds. Right row, winter boots, front to back: Gaziano&Girling, Edward Green, Crocket&Jones, Bonafe, Chippewaa.

Favourite summer boots are Viberg and Carmina, favourite winter boots are G&G and Edward Green. Dress boots are John Lobb and Bonafe winter boots.

I walk between 1500 and 2000 kilometers per year so I need good boots that can be repaired and resoled.

Oh, I bought the Chippewaa test pilot boots last year when they were on sale briefly and I only wear then when it is really cold(they are warm!).

[jhcam8]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

Didn't we have a boots thread too?

Anyway, yesterday I took out my winter boots from storage and put away my summer boots. Left row, summer boots, front to back: John Lobb, Carmina, Bonafe, Viberg and Allen Edmonds. Right row, winter boots, front to back: Gaziano&Girling, Edward Green, Crocket&Jones, Bonafe, Chippewaa.

Favourite summer boots are Viberg and Carmina, favourite winter boots are G&G and Edward Green. Dress boots are John Lobb and Bonafe winter boots.

I walk between 1500 and 2000 kilometers per year so I need good boots that can be repaired and resoled.

Oh, I bought the Chippewaa test pilot boots last year when they were on sale briefly and I only wear then when it is really cold(they are warm!).

Fantastic collection!

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

Didn't we have a boots thread too?

The first word was "Wow," you have some wonderful boots. If you had to pick one pair, which one would be your favourites please? (You would need to point them out in your photo).

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

Didn't we have a boots thread too?

Anyway, yesterday I took out my winter boots from storage and put away my summer boots. Left row, summer boots, front to back: John Lobb, Carmina, Bonafe, Viberg and Allen Edmonds. Right row, winter boots, front to back: Gaziano&Girling, Edward Green, Crocket&Jones, Bonafe, Chippewaa.

Favourite summer boots are Viberg and Carmina, favourite winter boots are G&G and Edward Green. Dress boots are John Lobb and Bonafe winter boots.

I walk between 1500 and 2000 kilometers per year so I need good boots that can be repaired and resoled.

Oh, I bought the Chippewaa test pilot boots last year when they were on sale briefly and I only wear then when it is really cold(they are warm!).

I'm looking at boots now... You've given me a few more ideas.

[Abdullah71601]

Does anyone have any experience with G&G Deco last? I've read on SF that the Deco last fits the same as their other lasts. I'm looking at a pair of these boots, but need the last to fit like an MH71.

https://www.gazianogirling.com/colle...and-grain-deco

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Does anyone have any experience with G&G Deco last? I've read on SF that the Deco last fits the same as their other lasts. I'm looking at a pair of these boots, but need the last to fit like an MH71.

https://www.gazianogirling.com/colle...and-grain-deco

From what i’ve read on Styleforum it sounds as the Deco Last is more sleek or in other words more narrow than their other Lasts.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

Didn't we have a boots thread too?

Anyway, yesterday I took out my winter boots from storage and put away my summer boots. Left row, summer boots, front to back: John Lobb, Carmina, Bonafe, Viberg and Allen Edmonds. Right row, winter boots, front to back: Gaziano&Girling, Edward Green, Crocket&Jones, Bonafe, Chippewaa.

Favourite summer boots are Viberg and Carmina, favourite winter boots are G&G and Edward Green. Dress boots are John Lobb and Bonafe winter boots.

I walk between 1500 and 2000 kilometers per year so I need good boots that can be repaired and resoled.

Oh, I bought the Chippewaa test pilot boots last year when they were on sale briefly and I only wear then when it is really cold(they are warm!).

Fabulous, simply fabulous!!

Yes, there was a separate boot thread. Hasn’t popped up for the longest time.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by dddrees

From what i’ve read on Styleforum it sounds as the Deco Last is more sleek or in other words more narrow than their other Lasts.

I had heard that as well. So, I emailed G&G last week. I didn't get a response until a few minutes ago. Javior said that all of their lasts are designed to fit the same (only toe box and other non-fit characteristics differ). Once you have determined your size all of their shoes will fit the same.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

I had heard that as well. So, I emailed G&G last week. I didn't get a response until a few minutes ago. Javior said that all of their lasts are designed to fit the same (only toe box and other non-fit characteristics differ). Once you have determined your size all of their shoes will fit the same.

Hmm, that’s weird because I have a hard time believing either have anything to gain by not telling the truth. Maybe it’s possible I misunderstood what they said but it seems you got the same impression. Is there any chance he misunderstood the question and didn’t realize you were asking specifically in regards to the Deco Last? Did he say by any chance what made the toe box on the Deco Last different?

[.brian.]

It actually feels like fall today, so first time wearing these this year. So happy to be able to wear boots again!

Loake Kempton

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by .brian.

It actually feels like fall today, so first time wearing these this year. So happy to be able to wear boots again!

Loake Kempton

Nice, I too Luv boots.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Hmm, that’s weird because I have a hard time believing either have anything to gain by not telling the truth. Maybe it’s possible I misunderstood what they said but it seems you got the same impression. Is there any chance he misunderstood the question and didn’t realize you were asking specifically in regards to the Deco Last? Did he say by any chance what made the toe box on the Deco Last different?

I was very specific in my question. The reply was pretty clear. I do know the loafer last fits exactly the same as the MH71. I also found a thread comparing the deco last to others at a trunk show and posters saying it fit the same.

I’ll give it a shot. I need a new work boot and these will last decades.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

I was very specific in my question. The reply was pretty clear. I do know the loafer last fits exactly the same as the MH71. I also found a thread comparing the deco last to others at a trunk show and posters saying it fit the same.

I’ll give it a shot. I need a new work boot and these will last decades.

Huh, I always heard it was more narrow. But if that’s the case I do wonder what makes it different with regards to the toe box. Besides even if it’s a more narrow toe box depending on your foot that can make a big difference.

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by daveathall

The first word was "Wow," you have some wonderful boots. If you had to pick one pair, which one would be your favourites please? (You would need to point them out in your photo).

First of all, I only wear boots except when bicycling or at the beach, so these are all of my shoes basically.

The most comfortable pair I have is the Carmina MTO dress boot just behind the dark blue John Lobbs in the left. I wear them so much that I need to get them resoled again soon and repaired a bit too.

The best looking pair is the Gaziano and Girling Thorpe in vintage rioja. They are in the front to the right in the picture.

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

I’ll give it a shot. I need a new work boot and these will last decades.

I have climbed trees with a six year old in my G&G Thorpes, I am sure those will be fine work boots.


However, some might argue that they are a tad expensive for work boots... but they are not, since they will last very long when you take care of them.

[Rondineli]

I spent a week and half in Brazil to see family and friends... and I just landed back at IAH and got back home

... ordered this before I left





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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Rondineli

I spent a week and half in Brazil to see family and friends... and I just landed back at IAH and got back home

... ordered this before I left

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Congrats, Nice looking boot.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

I have climbed trees with a six year old in my G&G Thorpes, I am sure those will be fine work boots.


However, some might argue that they are a tad expensive for work boots... but they are not, since they will last very long when you take care of them.

Your braver than I am. Besides with my luck I would probably either fall out of the tree or take a chunk out of my boots.

[Wesley Crusher]

Nice boots! I didn’t realize AE made a Galway-style boot. It is an awesome design so I can’t blame them.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Nice boots! I didn’t realize AE made a Galway-style boot. It is an awesome design so I can’t blame them.

I was actually going to say the same thing, however it’s not all that surprising as it seems as almost as everyone has done the same. In fact many have modeled as close as possible. Some are not able to pulling it off as well as others as it can often look a bit off if not really bad for one reason or another. Some because it just looks bad or odd at least to me. Some because the Last it’s on, quality of materials used, design, or attention to detail. Vass for example because of their very unique Last, and then there’s a Spanish shoemaker where the name escapes me and there quality has always been uneven. I think Enzo Bonafe’s Galway look a like is the best I’ve seen to date. The added benefit is that Enzo uses suede which is on par with that of Edward Green. The stitching is not identical but Last, design, and materials are fairly close at least based on the pictures I’ve seen. Personally however the choice is still easy for me. There’s nothing that beats or even comes close to equaling the original EG Galway in my opinion.