Show us your new shoes

[13m]

WinstonWolf said:

More Loakes

Like these.

Will be in a Loake store in a mo so will take a look.

[trowelhead]

Is anyone familiar with Scarosso?

Looking for some taupe chelsea boots, but have no experience with the brand. Look well made though.

http://www.scarosso.co.uk/en/men/shoes/chelsea-boo...

[joshcowin]

Just thought I'd keep the thread on topic ;-)



Really pleased with the 350's (blue ones)

[WinstonWolf]

13m said:

WinstonWolf said:

More Loakes

Like these.

Will be in a Loake store in a mo so will take a look.

They're just called the Loake brown calf boot

[Halb]

I actually had a dream about walking in my boots in the snow, and worrying about the damage, before my gun oil had arrived!!

I'm thinking of these as my more hardy winter boots for more knockabout stuff.

[Goaty Bill 2]

Halb said:

I actually had a dream about walking in my boots in the snow, and worrying about the damage, before my gun oil had arrived!!

I'm thinking of these as my more hardy winter boots for more knockabout stuff.

As argued in the other thread, leather soles (even oiled) are unlikely to provide as much protection as well made rubber / dainite soled shoes or boots.

The worst thing, aside from the general seepage of water through the sole, will be that road salt will likely be carried with the water and leave white stains on the upper.
White vinegar and water will normally do a reasonable job of removing this, but it does mean cleaning this off as soon as you get in, and reapplying wax or dubbin after it's dried.

Oiling the sole, in my experience at least, (while ensuring to get a light coat on the side of the sole as well), should all but eliminate the wicking effect, but it won't prevent splashing.

Of course, as mentioned several times, here and on the other thread, shoe rotation is important in any case. So you will ideally need a second pair anyway.
There. I've made your case for you. You may now purchase without guilt

[Halb]

My new pair would only be going out shoes anyway.

Christ, I'm spending money like Cresus, here.

[13m]

I had a disappointing shoe shopping session on Jermyn Street today. I anticipated that the traditional English makers would have an interesting selection of shoes (I wanted rubber soles) however most of their stuff was dull.

Trickers - looked like it needed a refurb about forty years ago but still waiting. The stock looked quite staid, the staff suicidal.

Loake - dismally small selection of the full range, limited colours and many sizes out of stock.

Edward Green, Church's and John Lobb dull as dishwater.

Crockett and Jones had some decent stuff and managed a full three minutes before dropping into conversation that they supply shoes to the Bond movies. Their Hallam and Norwich shoes were a consideration but the brown was a tad dark for my requirement. I may yet buy some.

As so often is the case, when I cannot find what I want Russell and Bromley has something close. I picked up these. Not the last word in quality but not bad and the right sole / colour combo for my requirement.

[Goaty Bill 2]

13m said:

I had a disappointing shoe shopping session on Jermyn Street today. I anticipated that the traditional English makers would have an interesting selection of shoes (I wanted rubber soles) however most of their stuff was dull.

My only disappointments when shopping in Jermyn Street have been my bank balance

But I know what you mean. Somehow when you have a specific in mind, it's never available, though you saw one last week...

[hora]

Halb said:

I actually had a dream about walking in my boots in the snow, and worrying about the damage, before my gun oil had arrived!!

I'm thinking of these as my more hardy winter boots for more knockabout stuff.

I used to wear those in the 80's

[Blown2CV]

Halb said:

I actually had a dream about walking in my boots in the snow, and worrying about the damage, before my gun oil had arrived!!

I'm thinking of these as my more hardy winter boots for more knockabout stuff.

i'm going to need your boots and your motorcycle!

[Halb]

Blown2CV said:

i'm going to need your boots and your motorcycle!

Can't let ya take the man's wheels, son.

[HD Adam]

Blown2CV said:

Halb said:

I actually had a dream about walking in my boots in the snow, and worrying about the damage, before my gun oil had arrived!!

I'm thinking of these as my more hardy winter boots for more knockabout stuff.

i'm going to need your boots and your motorcycle!

You've got a bit of a thing about other people's boots, haven't you B2CV?

It's ok to be boot curious.

Come out of the shoe closet.

[13m]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

13m said:

I had a disappointing shoe shopping session on Jermyn Street today. I anticipated that the traditional English makers would have an interesting selection of shoes (I wanted rubber soles) however most of their stuff was dull.

My only disappointments when shopping in Jermyn Street have been my bank balance

But I know what you mean. Somehow when you have a specific in mind, it's never available, though you saw one last week...

Are you referring to the Pradas? They were something that I had at the back of my mind really, whereas the mahogany toe caps were at the forefront.

I bought half a size smaller in the shoes above on the advice of the shop manager. He had the larger ones but felt the smaller ones would stretch a tad. They are quite soft calf leather, so I suspect he is right.

[ascayman]

Other than the traditional timberlands, anyone recently bought any Desert / chukka boots for the winter? looking for inspiration.

[ZOLLAR]

ascayman said:

Other than the traditional timberlands, anyone recently bought any Desert / chukka boots for the winter? looking for inspiration.

I've had Chukka boots before and they're great, I know you said other than Timberland but I was browsing outdoor and country and saw Timberlands new Grantly Chukka's, they look really decent.

https://www.outdoorandcountry.co.uk/mens-timberlan...

[ascayman]

ZOLLAR said:

I've had Chukka boots before and they're great, I know you said other than Timberland but I was browsing outdoor and country and saw Timberlands new Grantly Chukka's, they look really decent.

https://www.outdoorandcountry.co.uk/mens-timberlan...

I like those.

[Goaty Bill 2]

13m said:

Goaty Bill 2 said:

13m said:

I had a disappointing shoe shopping session on Jermyn Street today. I anticipated that the traditional English makers would have an interesting selection of shoes (I wanted rubber soles) however most of their stuff was dull.

My only disappointments when shopping in Jermyn Street have been my bank balance

But I know what you mean. Somehow when you have a specific in mind, it's never available, though you saw one last week...

Are you referring to the Pradas? They were something that I had at the back of my mind really, whereas the mahogany toe caps were at the forefront.

I bought half a size smaller in the shoes above on the advice of the shop manager. He had the larger ones but felt the smaller ones would stretch a tad. They are quite soft calf leather, so I suspect he is right.

I think it better that we never speak of them again.


I was referring to your "disappointing shoe shopping session on Jermyn Street" in general.
I often find that having 'something in mind' will pretty much guarantee that the 'something' doesn't exist.

[InductionRoar]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

I think it better that we never speak of them again.

Made me think of him.

[arsenalmorris]

Levin said:

I'm almost overjoyed I missed the Athen since Gary Aspden shared this pic of the Samba Spezial. I'm sure they'll sell out in seconds as well but I can see why! I'll be curious how they compare to the standard Samba Super.

Tbh I would be surprised if these do sell out, also coming out in black with Neon Yellow stripes