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[Halb]

joshcowin said:

I use a little pair of fred perrys for DL grip and being flat are my prioirty, I can also get them supper tight which I like.

Halb I hate thoes individual toe shoes, I cannot see why every other shoe company is wrong and why billion dollar companies who spend many millions on R and D have got it wrong. However I couldn't care less if you wear them or not!! They are better than the questionable boots at least haha!

Love my boots
I love the snugness of the toes!

TheJimi said:

Why not just deadlift barefoot?

All Stars are my de-rigueur gym footwear but for squats and deads I always go barefooted.

I maybe considered that, or socks, and originally, I don't think my original purchase was deadlift inspired, though the lack of heel was a factor, with weight work and ankle mobility. But after I tried them for deadlifts (and squats as well, woking on the mobility stuff) it was just another world, in fact I think I can recall eulogising about them on here when I first tried them. The grip is unreal, it felt like I could push the Earth away. I only own one pair, and don't own shares in the company, and I don't advocate them for anything else not comment on the claims of the owners, but they are without doubt the best footwear I have used for barbell work. For those with no mobility or weak muscle issues.

[Calza]

I think I want some boots. Something that can go between casual and smart.

I've been looking at Chelsea Boots and Chukka boots. From what I can tell a Chelsea boot is higher than a Chukka, is that it or am I missing something else?

Swaying towards the Chukka currently!

[hacksaw]

Calza said:

I think I want some boots. Something that can go between casual and smart.

I've been looking at Chelsea Boots and Chukka boots. From what I can tell a Chelsea boot is higher than a Chukka, is that it or am I missing something else?

Swaying towards the Chukka currently!

As I understand it, chukka boots have laces, chelsea boots have the elasticated, gusseted sides.

[LordGrover]

Chukka guide.

[Goaty Bill 2]

hacksaw said:

Calza said:

I think I want some boots. Something that can go between casual and smart.

I've been looking at Chelsea Boots and Chukka boots. From what I can tell a Chelsea boot is higher than a Chukka, is that it or am I missing something else?

Swaying towards the Chukka currently!

As I understand it, chukka boots have laces, chelsea boots have the elasticated, gusseted sides.

Or to be completely different clicky -> boots

Not for Halb!

[Halb]

I had to click....erm, not sure i I like them or not¬!!!

[Calza]

I like these:

http://www.pediwear.co.uk/grenson/products/8296.ph...

[13m]

Calza said:

I like these:

http://www.pediwear.co.uk/grenson/products/8296.ph...

The left boot seems to have a kinked sole near the front.

If they can't even photograph a decent example for their marketing, what chance is there that they can ship one?

[InductionRoar]

Calza said:

I like these:

http://www.pediwear.co.uk/grenson/products/8296.ph...

I love button boots. Seriously considered a pair in black calf and peccary a while back but thought they were a bit too costumey and something for the person who has a solid foundation of classics (which I haven't) so went for oxfords instead.

[13m]

InductionRoar said:

Calza said:

I like these:

http://www.pediwear.co.uk/grenson/products/8296.ph...

I love button boots. Seriously considered a pair in black calf and peccary a while back but thought they were a bit too costumey and something for the person who has a solid foundation of classics (which I haven't) so went for oxfords instead.

A challenging wear.

[Goaty Bill 2]

After a wander down Regent Street to see a few of the London to Brighton participant vehicles (it was that or 6AM in Hyde Park this morning, and that just wasn't going to happen), I took a wander in the general direction of my favoured cigar shop/lounge, and unsurprisingly found myself travelling via Jermyn Street.

I'd previously noticed a high street version of Lobb had appeared there, but it had been too late to go in.
Thankfully I had been pre-prepared for the price tags.
Some quite nice shoes (for my tastes) in the £1200-£1800 range.
I was surprised by the selections of casual trainer/deck shoe styles.

It seems the name commands a high price across everything they sell, including some fairly nondescript (read seriously dull) neck ties at £155, and belts running from £350 to near £1200 if croc is your thing.

Worth a visit for any fans/fanatics.

[13m]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

After a wander down Regent Street to see a few of the London to Brighton participant vehicles (it was that or 6AM in Hyde Park this morning, and that just wasn't going to happen), I took a wander in the general direction of my favoured cigar shop/lounge, and unsurprisingly found myself travelling via Jermyn Street.

I'd previously noticed a high street version of Lobb had appeared there, but it had been too late to go in.
Thankfully I had been pre-prepared for the price tags.
Some quite nice shoes (for my tastes) in the £1200-£1800 range.
I was surprised by the selections of casual trainer/deck shoe styles.

It seems the name commands a high price across everything they sell, including some fairly nondescript (read seriously dull) neck ties at £155, and belts running from £350 to near £1200 if croc is your thing.

Worth a visit for any fans/fanatics.

I noticed in the FT over the weekend an interview with John Lobb'S artistic director. I was left wondering whether John Lobb might have strayed too far from the business of making and selling shoes.

[Goaty Bill 2]

13m said:

I noticed in the FT over the weekend an interview with John Lobb'S artistic director. I was left wondering whether John Lobb might have strayed too far from the business of making and selling shoes.

There was no doubt that shoes were the focus, with a reasonably broad selection.
Three customers were in buying / ordering shoes. I overheard £6000 being mentioned at one point.

I would suppose that only those 'in the know' would have normally walked into the St. James shop. It's a bit daunting from the outside. You just know you can't afford it, and then there is the fear of being trapped with an otherwise unoccupied sales person.

The shop on Jermyn Street is certainly much more approachable, and unlike a few clothing shops in the street, they do at least put prices on labels near the goods for sale.
I really do hate having to ask. That implication that you shouldn't be so deeply impoverished as to have to ask annoys me somewhat.

[InductionRoar]

Goaty Bill 2 said:

13m said:

I noticed in the FT over the weekend an interview with John Lobb'S artistic director. I was left wondering whether John Lobb might have strayed too far from the business of making and selling shoes.

There was no doubt that shoes were the focus, with a reasonably broad selection.
Three customers were in buying / ordering shoes. I overheard £6000 being mentioned at one point.

I would suppose that only those 'in the know' would have normally walked into the St. James shop. It's a bit daunting from the outside. You just know you can't afford it, and then there is the fear of being trapped with an otherwise unoccupied sales person.

The shop on Jermyn Street is certainly much more approachable, and unlike a few clothing shops in the street, they do at least put prices on labels near the goods for sale.
I really do hate having to ask. That implication that you shouldn't be so deeply impoverished as to have to ask annoys me somewhat.

John Lobb (Paris) are a strange beast. They are very much competing for the Berluti market with their sneakers and trendy accessories rather than the traditional Edward Green market which they used to occupy.

Interestingly John Lobb St James make more money from the royalties from the John Lobb (Paris) name than actually making their bespoke shoes.

Here is the culprit.

[Blown2CV]

i'd argue that making bespoke high-end anything is a massive inefficient enterprise with a market small enough that it would be unlikely to be sufficient in supporting a business on its own.

[13m]

Blown2CV said:

i'd argue that making bespoke high-end anything is a massive inefficient enterprise with a market small enough that it would be unlikely to be sufficient in supporting a business on its own.

An astute point.

I've been wondering about the relevance of true bepoke in today's world.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

InductionRoar said:

Here is the culprit.

Leave her to me chaps. I'll think of some appropriate punishment to make her reflect on what she's done.

[13m]

CharlesdeGaulle said:

InductionRoar said:

Here is the culprit.

Leave her to me chaps. I'll think of some appropriate punishment to make her reflect on what she's done.

Will it affect her bottom?

[apotek]

Can I ask a little help?
I have always worn leather soled shoes with jeans both casual and smart and will continue to do so but my diabetes (fat git type) has given me a bit of a problem with my feet so I need some kind of smart shoe with a rubber sole perhaps dainite, which I can wear wet weather/winter trips away.
I probably need 60/40 comfort/style but can`t seem to get my head round it.
any ideas comfort and walking is my priority

[Dicky Knee]

I have a couple of pairs of Barker Grassington which have a Dainite sole and are a great fit for me. They also do a style on the same last but with no broguing called Nairn. Grassington in Cherry and Cedar and Nairn in Cedar and Black. Both worth a look.