Resoling shoes?
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I have no idea if anybody can help me out here. I have a pair of Cheaney shoes, about £200 new a year ago, wear them to work daily and one has just started getting a hole in the sole. I've never had a pair of shoes resoled in my life so before I do, am I safe taking them to my local Timpsons or something or am I supposed to go somewhere a bit fancier?
I was thinking Timpsons South Kensington who I trust to look after quite expensive watches, given the area and the high standard of items they normally deal with.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
P.S. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum, I didn't really know where to ask, just assumed that somebody on PH would know the answer!
I was thinking Timpsons South Kensington who I trust to look after quite expensive watches, given the area and the high standard of items they normally deal with.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
P.S. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum, I didn't really know where to ask, just assumed that somebody on PH would know the answer!
Mobile Chicane said:
That, or try the shop where you bought them.
Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
A trip to Mr Timpson it will be; they came from the Cheaney shop on Regents St where I assume it will not be cheap!Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
Regarding leather/rubber, I have never heard of that, this was my first ever pair of decent shoes so I'm learning, but as far as I can tell the leather sole is nicer...
Mobile Chicane said:
That, or try the shop where you bought them.
Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
That is what I was told by my shoe repairer, although he only charged me £45 for a resole/heel for my Loakes which seemed cheap enough anyway.Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
There's a PHer that does this, and will collect and return.
http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/gassing/profile.asp?m...
http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/gassing/profile.asp?m...
Edited by Justayellowbadge on Thursday 3rd June 14:44
Mobile Chicane said:
That, or try the shop where you bought them.
Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
Good plans, both.Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
For god's sake, if you have expensive shoes, get them resoled by the manufacturer. Timpson's et al will fit them to a pro forma sole, frequently wrecking the design/shape of the originals.
I speak from experience, having had to throw away a pair of Oliver Sweeney's after those people at Timpsons worked them over with their ill suited brand of "repair".
Peasants.
Harry Flashman said:
Mobile Chicane said:
That, or try the shop where you bought them.
Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
Good plans, both.Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
For god's sake, if you have expensive shoes, get them resoled by the manufacturer. Timpson's et al will fit them to a pro forma sole, frequently wrecking the design/shape of the originals.
I speak from experience, having had to throw away a pair of Oliver Sweeney's after those people at Timpsons worked them over with their ill suited brand of "repair".
Peasants.
What will it be, maybe £100 done properly, or £40 or so at Timpson?
I'm fortunate to have a very good local cobbler near to my house, he was even 'Young Cobbler of the Year' at one time according to the framed certificate in his shop. Who'd have known such a thing even existed !
Anyway this is of no use to you as I live in the North East of England and you don't
Anyway this is of no use to you as I live in the North East of England and you don't
Shmee150 said:
Harry Flashman said:
Mobile Chicane said:
That, or try the shop where you bought them.
Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
Good plans, both.Next time you buy leather-soled shoes, wear them a few times to scuff the sole a bit, then get a thin rubber sole applied over the top. That way, you'll only ever need to replace the rubber sole, not the expensive leather one.
For god's sake, if you have expensive shoes, get them resoled by the manufacturer. Timpson's et al will fit them to a pro forma sole, frequently wrecking the design/shape of the originals.
I speak from experience, having had to throw away a pair of Oliver Sweeney's after those people at Timpsons worked them over with their ill suited brand of "repair".
Peasants.
What will it be, maybe £100 done properly, or £40 or so at Timpson?
Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Harry Flashman said:
£100 to mean to are left with £200 shoes.
Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Interesting, but a lot of people told me the same about Timpson for watches, but I've never been unhappy taking watches of vastly greater cost than these shoes to them for battery changes etc.Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Shmee150 said:
Harry Flashman said:
£100 to mean to are left with £200 shoes.
Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Interesting, but a lot of people told me the same about Timpson for watches, but I've never been unhappy taking watches of vastly greater cost than these shoes to them for battery changes etc.Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Shmee150 said:
Harry Flashman said:
£100 to mean to are left with £200 shoes.
Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
Interesting, but a lot of people told me the same about Timpson for watches, but I've never been unhappy taking watches of vastly greater cost than these shoes to them for battery changes etc.Or £50 to have it done at Timpson, and left with shoes that you will never wear because they look awful.
Your choice. Best plan is of course to wear new shoes in lightly, and then have a rubber oversole fitted for about £20. Do this with all of mine these days.
*sigh
Why not speak to Cheaney?
"With proper care Cheaney shoes will give comfort, value and service over a considerable time. However, if after wear you wish to extend the life of your Cheaney shoes, we are able, because of the quality of the materials used in the original manufacturing process, to offer a full refurbishment service.
On arrival the shoes are carefully assessed. Placed on the original lasts, the soles and heels are removed, along with the welts and, if necessary, insoles.
With skill and care, our craftsmen start to rebuild the shoe using genuine components and reconstruct it to its original specifications.
New leather or rubber soles are fitted and stitched using the traditional Goodyear welted process, prior to the heel being attached."
http://www.cheaney.co.uk/refurbishment.asp
http://www.cheaney.co.uk/moreinfo.asp
To make shoes last, don't wear the same pair everyday and use shoe trees so they hold their shape.
"With proper care Cheaney shoes will give comfort, value and service over a considerable time. However, if after wear you wish to extend the life of your Cheaney shoes, we are able, because of the quality of the materials used in the original manufacturing process, to offer a full refurbishment service.
On arrival the shoes are carefully assessed. Placed on the original lasts, the soles and heels are removed, along with the welts and, if necessary, insoles.
With skill and care, our craftsmen start to rebuild the shoe using genuine components and reconstruct it to its original specifications.
New leather or rubber soles are fitted and stitched using the traditional Goodyear welted process, prior to the heel being attached."
http://www.cheaney.co.uk/refurbishment.asp
http://www.cheaney.co.uk/moreinfo.asp
To make shoes last, don't wear the same pair everyday and use shoe trees so they hold their shape.
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