Split Toe Derby

[sussi]

Just arrived a pair of Avignon in dark brown bought from the nice gents at Dychurch.

I am surprised by the heft of the shoe, quality materials are usually heavy. The leather is really thick buy pliable, the soles smell as new quality rubber. An awesome shoe.

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Great pickup! This is the shoe I have my eyes on for quite some time now!

 

[ThomasR]

I just received my first pair of shoes from Oct Tenth. It’s their split toe derby (OT01) in J&FJ Russian Calf. I’m quite happy with the result.

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

I just received my first pair of shoes from Oct Tenth. It’s their split toe derby (OT01) in J&FJ Russian Calf. I’m quite happy with the result. View attachment 2115993

They look really good. Leather is fantastic. Wear them in good health.

 

[ThomasR]

They look really good. Leather is fantastic. Wear them in good health.

My first pair in this leather, I think that it won’t be the last 😂

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

I just received my first pair of shoes from Oct Tenth. It’s their split toe derby (OT01) in J&FJ Russian Calf. I’m quite happy with the result. View attachment 2115993

Really nice, congrats

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

My first pair in this leather, I think that it won’t be the last 😂

Sadly there aren't many color options in that leather, but you certainly can spread the colors amongst the different available styles.

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

That looks like a tank should last you a decades!! I’m a fan of the brand don’t own a pair but that tag is something that could be omitted!

Enjoy in great health Sir!

Thank you. These are surprisingly comfortable and hefty shoe.

 

[ThomasR]

Sadly there aren't many color options in that leather, but you certainly can spread the colors amongst the different available styles.

I might try the same style and leather but in black, I'm quite tempted by black russian calf

 

[TheLawBeard]

I might try the same style and leather but in black, I'm quite tempted by black russian calf

Black Russian calf is still amazing but you really miss out on the depth of color in the reddish brown version Bakers does.

 

[jischwar]

I might try the same style and leather but in black, I'm quite tempted by black russian calf

Same, I'd love something in black

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

I might try the same style and leather but in black, I'm quite tempted by black russian calf

The black and in that cross grain leather pattern would elevate darn near any style of shoe/boot. It's fantastic.

Black Russian calf is still amazing but you really miss out on the depth of color in the reddish brown version Bakers does.

He already covered that one in the other pair he has. The maker probably darkened it a touch.

 

[andreasky]

What about creases/ripples on apron/pie crust after aging?

 

[ThomasR]

Same, I'd love something in black

Just ordered a pair of OT01 in J&FJ Black Russian calf as they were able to source some.
Now I need boots in this leather 😂

 

[TheLawBeard]

Just ordered a pair of OT01 in J&FJ Black Russian calf as they were able to source some.
Now I need boots in this leather 😂

Bought a pair of cap toe boots in the Russian grain from Carmina a few years ago and do not regret it at all. Wouldn't pay their current price though (they're almost $500 USD more expensive now).

At some point I want a pair of loafers or single monks on it.

 

[andreasky]

What are the differences between hatch grain from Horween and J&FJ Russian calf?
Thanks