Working Shoe for Young Exec - Part 2

[arcfire]

Any interest in pooling order for a group order of Yanko unlined suede loafer? Need 2 pairs to hit free international shipping. See below link for more details, and if you're interested PM me. Deal is only available for 1 more day.


[GMTO Ordering Thread] Yanko Unlined suede penny loafer - YOU choose the colour!

https://www.reddit.com/r/goodyearwe...to_ordering_thread_yanko_unlined_suede_penny/

2 pairs will possibly incur GST. Have you calculated if that will be cheaper than paying for shipping?

 

[nightawl]

2 pairs will possibly incur GST. Have you calculated if that will be cheaper than paying for shipping?

If the threshold is $400, the shoes on their own are already SG$360, if I'm paying for shipping it would bust the $400 threshold (since shipping cost is included in the cost too, correct me if I'm wrong)

 

[staedtler_07]

If the threshold is $400, the shoes on their own are already SG$360, if I'm paying for shipping it would bust the $400 threshold (since shipping cost is included in the cost too, correct me if I'm wrong)

Dont forget the exchange rate, definitely not the spot rate you're seeing online.

 

[thundermarch]

Yeah! They seem to go more for overseas makers than their own shoemakers.
Thanks very much for the brief on both shoes! It helps, couldn't really find much material/feedback on them previously haha

I can't seem to find any retailers here for JMWeston though. Just pulled the trigger on a pair of Aldens this noon. So far from my 4 hours of wear, the shoe feel solid and stiff perhaps due to it being a cordovan (my first experience with cordovan). Love the deep burgundy Color though!!

I don't think there's any local retailer that stocks JM Weston.

In Japan though, there are many JMW boutique shops. My feel about them though, is that they are a little overpriced. Also, the fact that their construction method consists of both a leather rib and linen reinforcement, usually makes them a little tough and stiff when breaking in.

Hope you enjoy the Aldens. And that you bought them at an OK price. They tend to be a little steep too.

 

[blzy333]

Definitely overpaid, at least for the shoe trees ($74) I think haha. Shoe itself was $1090.

Loving the look of it but after 4 hours of wear my right foot is feeling kinda cramped. Tried size 9.5 and it was too big, they didn't have a 9 in stock which I think I would fit that just nice. Ended up taking the 8.5 which the staff advised its the right size for me after it breaks in and expands.

It fits just nice for my left foot but it's on the tight side for my right foot. Any tips for stretching out other than shoe trees?

I don't think there's any local retailer that stocks JM Weston.

In Japan though, there are many JMW boutique shops. My feel about them though, is that they are a little overpriced. Also, the fact that their construction method consists of both a leather rib and linen reinforcement, usually makes them a little tough and stiff when breaking in.

Hope you enjoy the Aldens. And that you bought them at an OK price. They tend to be a little steep too.

 

[thundermarch]

Definitely overpaid, at least for the shoe trees ($74) I think haha. Shoe itself was $1090.

Loving the look of it but after 4 hours of wear my right foot is feeling kinda cramped. Tried size 9.5 and it was too big, they didn't have a 9 in stock which I think I would fit that just nice. Ended up taking the 8.5 which the staff advised its the right size for me after it breaks in and expands.

It fits just nice for my left foot but it's on the tight side for my right foot. Any tips for stretching out other than shoe trees?

Actually, if the trees are fitted, I think they are pretty reasonably priced.

The shoe stretching method with shoe trees can actually be further "refined", by identifying the exact hot spots you feel, and then locating the corresponding area on the shoe. You then "thicken" the corresponding part on the shoe tree with tape or some other reinforcement. And you can first moisten the area on the shoe, and shove in modified tree.

Another option would be to bring it to one of those shops with shoe stretchers, like Shukey.

 

[PeeCeeBee]

Hi guys, noticed there hasn't been much talk on Aldens. Any one has experience with them in terms of quality?

Refinement in terms of details not quite there.
But the unlined suede PTB with flex sole is one of the most comfortable pair i have.
Downside: cost too much

 

[blzy333]

Thanks for the advise!

Do I moisten the inner or outer part of the area I want to expand? Inner I suppose? Lol

Been wearing it today and surprisingly it's much better now

Actually, if the trees are fitted, I think they are pretty reasonably priced.

The shoe stretching method with shoe trees can actually be further "refined", by identifying the exact hot spots you feel, and then locating the corresponding area on the shoe. You then "thicken" the corresponding part on the shoe tree with tape or some other reinforcement. And you can first moisten the area on the shoe, and shove in modified tree.

Another option would be to bring it to one of those shops with shoe stretchers, like Shukey.

 

[thundermarch]

Thanks for the advise!

Do I moisten the inner or outer part of the area I want to expand? Inner I suppose? Lol

Been wearing it today and surprisingly it's much better now

Moistening the inside would be challenging. Just the outside is fine, over a small area, the water will permeate most of the thickness in any case.

 

[blzy333]

Superb, thanks again TM! Will give it a shot and hopefully save my right feet..

Moistening the inside would be challenging. Just the outside is fine, over a small area, the water will permeate most of the thickness in any case.

 

[thundermarch]

Superb, thanks again TM! Will give it a shot and hopefully save my right feet..

You're welcome. But one thing though. I know some people who've had some success with that method on regular calf, but shell is something completely different. No guarantees it'll work. Good luck.
Catch up some time.

 

[hcwickz]

is Frank william shoes a good shoe to last in term of durability ?

 

[blzy333]

I tried dabbing some water on the out and inside of the shoe, also taped paper to the shoe trees hmm haha, after 2 days of wearing, it seems to be getting better! or my foot used to the pain lol. Thanks very much for the tips, good to know for future purchases

Sure bro, catch up soon, been a while. Any 'garage sale' upcoming?

You're welcome. But one thing though. I know some people who've had some success with that method on regular calf, but shell is something completely different. No guarantees it'll work. Good luck.
Catch up some time.

 

[thundermarch]

I tried dabbing some water on the out and inside of the shoe, also taped paper to the shoe trees hmm haha, after 2 days of wearing, it seems to be getting better! or my foot used to the pain lol. Thanks very much for the tips, good to know for future purchases

Sure bro, catch up soon, been a while. Any 'garage sale' upcoming?

Good to know it's working.
And well, you're always welcome to come look around.

 

[wrinklednails]

Hi sirs, need some advices. Just got Loake Buckingham from robinsonsshoes, and I wonder if it is good to put rubber soles onto the leather sole and heel? If need, is there any good cobbler you'd recommended around the north area?

I can help with adding the rubber soles. Drop my a PM or check out my carousell listing. @pulloutnow is my carousell handle :]

 

[wrinklednails]

Hello I have a question, the open channel threads on my Allen Edmonds broke. Will it compromise the quality in any way? And should I go topy the shoes now? Recommendations and ideas please

You shouldn't worry too much about the threads on the outside wearing off. For Goodyear welts, the stitches are lockstiched so they are not supposed to break off even if one part of it is worn down.

When I Topy shoes, I actually ensure the soles of the shoes are sanded down 1-2mm before adding the Topy rubber sole and this will inevitably wear down the visible threads. There is a need to sand down the sole a little so that after adding the Topy sole, the new Topy sole is flushed with the rest of the original sole.

If you're keen to Topy your sole, do drop me a PM or check out my carousell listing (my carousell handle is @pulloutnow). I offer quality service at a very competitive price.

 

[theRenaissance]

For those who are keen on Shoe Shine Workshop happening on 23rd September 2017, you can sign up here:
https://goo.gl/QbLHDu (use "SHINEBRIGHT" during check out to take 20% off fees while stock last).

We are considering opening up a patina workshop for shoes very soon. Can I have a show of hands who will be keen on this? When we mean patina, it covers the entire process - from base colours, shading, colour mixing to finishing.

 

[Darknight55]

Anyone has experience with Le Majordome ? I like how you can pay 50 CHF to "customize" any of their RTW range (Leather, Toe shape, Lining, Outsole).

 

[wiz]

hi guys, any reviews on the corno blu offering ? looks really good

 

[zhane]

recommended to buy carmina at Capitol or elsewhere?