Working Shoe for Young Exec - Part 2

[thundermarch]

They are here !

Very nice! I hope they fit you well.

 

[wiz]

Appreciate comments on the fit, a bit hard on the ankle, snug fitting, no pain felt on toes.

 

[vofzxy]

can i ask how many of you actually put like 3 layers of saphir like the internet suggests?
i want to try saphir , but i dont really know what to get, all my shoes are all black btw
now i have 2 clarks and 1 loake shoes to protect

 

[likehotbutter]

But how are they military grade? Do they have a high level of waterproof/water resistance to wet weather?

Curious, whats the obsession with military grade?

Military stuff are typically all "lowest-bidder" style of quality. Good example is the dismal quality of our current Front-tear boots. Folks in the field even buy their own gear because of this.

Ill take any stitched boot (sans blake) anyday over modern fused sole army boots for trekking.

The links others have provided are very good. You can consider ankle/chukka boots as well and they have a military provenance. Just make sure u know the dressing rules for balmoral/derby lacing, though majority in the CBD dont really give a rat's ass if you ask me.

 

[likehotbutter]

can i ask how many of you actually put like 3 layers of saphir like the internet suggests?
i want to try saphir , but i dont really know what to get, all my shoes are all black btw
now i have 2 clarks and 1 loake shoes to protect

Maybe for the first time. Future coats one is enough.

Typically the basic kit is reno + cream + wax.

Reno on the shoe (not too often) + cream + wax

I let the pairs sit for abt 20-30 min bwt applications

 

[thundermarch]

Appreciate comments on the fit, a bit hard on the ankle, snug fitting, no pain felt on toes.

You do look like you have a high-ish instep though I think you haven't really tightened the laces fully. There seems to be quite a bit of slack in the laces still, especially on the left.
You'll have a better idea of the fit once you tighten the laces properly.
Otherwise I think it looks acceptable.
What's most important though, is how you feel after wearing them for a day.

 

[thundermarch]

Curious, whats the obsession with military grade?

Military stuff are typically all "lowest-bidder" style of quality. Good example is the dismal quality of our current Front-tear boots. Folks in the field even buy their own gear because of this.

Ill take any stitched boot (sans blake) anyday over modern fused sole army boots for trekking.

The links others have provided are very good. You can consider ankle/chukka boots as well and they have a military provenance. Just make sure u know the dressing rules for balmoral/derby still dressing, though majority in the CBD dont really gives a rat's ass if you ask me.

Truth.

Though I must say, I feel even a blake stitched pair would be superior to the crap army boots we have.

 

[evangel21]

Maybe for the first time. Future coats one is enough.

Typically the basic kit is reno + cream + wax.

Reno on the shoe (not too often) + cream + wax

I let the pairs sit for abt 20-30 min bwt applications

But is it necessary to apply reno for brand new shoes? I normally just cream and wax.

 

[heng0113]

Hi. Anyone bought boat shoes from loake before? If I'm 8.5 on capital last, do I take the same size for boat last? Thank you.

 

[wiz]

You do look like you have a high-ish instep though I think you haven't really tightened the laces fully. There seems to be quite a bit of slack in the laces still, especially on the left.
You'll have a better idea of the fit once you tighten the laces properly.
Otherwise I think it looks acceptable.
What's most important though, is how you feel after wearing them for a day.

Thanks TM, yes I do have high instep. Cool with wear it for a day and see how it feels like. If this is the 'right' fit then I must have got my previous shoes on the wrong side

 

[villan]

Thanks TM, yes I do have high instep. Cool with wear it for a day and see how it feels like. If this is the 'right' fit then I must have got my previous shoes on the wrong side

nice looking shoes...may i know the model and last? how does the size compare to loake capital last (assuming u have one..)

Thanks!

 

[wiz]

nice looking shoes...may i know the model and last? how does the size compare to loake capital last (assuming u have one..)

Thanks!

Hi, it is Enzo Bonafe Raven Oxford on 946. Not sure about loake but it is suppose to be similar to Carmina Rain last

 

[likehotbutter]

But is it necessary to apply reno for brand new shoes? I normally just cream and wax.

Dont have to reno for brand new pairs. In fact, reno strips the top most layer of polish so as to present a fresher surface for wax/cream, which is why its advised not to spam it often as well

Doing it on a brand new pair could jolly well damage ur new shoe's factory finish.

For general conditioning I tend to use pure conditioners like Bick4 instead

 

[ahhian]

Complete noob here

May I know whats a metal toe cap and whats the use for it?

Is it good to have it?

 

[thundermarch]

Complete noob here

May I know whats a metal toe cap and whats the use for it?

Is it good to have it?

A metal toe plate / toe tip is a small hemispherical shaped piece of metal that is screwed in flush at the tip of the outsole.
For those whose gait causes excessive wear at the toe area, the toe plate is perceived to extend the life of the outsole.
However, since an equivalent thickness of outsole has to be removed (for the toe plate to sit flush) and the toe plate needs to be attached by screwing, there is also a risk of the screws damaging the inseam.

I attach a picture here.

 

[derazor]

kym?
https://www.kickstarter.com/project...lian-shoes-for-men-and-women?ref=home_popular

 

[derazor]

They are here !

Spoiler

how you all gar gar can determine sizing one...

 

[Emospence]

how you all gar gar can determine sizing one...

Based on trying on other lasts from other makers. Then ask around or read around for other people's experiences with the various sizes. Email the retailer for advice.

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[BoLuiJiak]

Hi. Anyone bought boat shoes from loake before? If I'm 8.5 on capital last, do I take the same size for boat last? Thank you.

Can try emailing herring, they sell laoke

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[ahhian]

Thanks for the info.

So its more for "delicate" sole like leather ones I guess.

A metal toe plate / toe tip is a small hemispherical shaped piece of metal that is screwed in flush at the tip of the outsole.
For those whose gait causes excessive wear at the toe area, the toe plate is perceived to extend the life of the outsole.
However, since an equivalent thickness of outsole has to be removed (for the toe plate to sit flush) and the toe plate needs to be attached by screwing, there is also a risk of the screws damaging the inseam.

I attach a picture here.