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  1. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

     I have been dealing with Bespoke for years now and Nick always delivers in 4-6 months depending on your request and time of order. I think most peopel forget that Europeans (unlike Americans) go on longer vacations and this impact delivery times. Most are closed for August and December. I...
  3. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

  4. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

     I agree. Good "hunting" for different lethers.
  5. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

     WOW. Vigevano is becoming a Mecca for shoe aficionados. Good for Mr. Bestetti. I think he is one of the best shoemakers alive. I wish he chooses somewhat thicker leather.
  6. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

     The thing is, I am not an American, Although I live in & love the US. So this argument does not apply to people like me. Many of the big spender on the Forum are Europeans as well. Also, as long as I have been alive, there is always a big was that the US is involved in, bigger and longer...
  7. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

     I guess only hunting or if one is on the battle field.
  8. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

     I have the Bestetti version since last fall. I think the G&G trees are the bonus here. The must have spent more time on the trees than the boots!
  9. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

     The Vibram sole took few weeks to perfect in my size (equivalent to UK 13) It turned out well and I love the combination heel.
  10. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    Big spender! Not really. Just have one passion and it is fine shoes!
  11. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    I love the shiny soles, however I find these shoes so sublime that I am afraid to wear them. Somehow, I feel that I am destroying a piece of art. So, from now on, I will order mine in natural sole to show that detail and hammer works. Also, I will wear them sooner! Enjoy you shoes.
  12. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

    Nick; Are you doing any other exclusives like the "Bespoke" laser lace up. Dr. Z.
  13. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    I have been working with Mr. Bestetti for a while now and below is few of the shoes he made for me. Please note the different sole treatments and artistic interpretation of every style. Mr. Bestetti is a true artist and works diligently with clients to execute every detail. His work is second...
  14. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

     Well said. OK. they are increasing RTW and Slowing down MTO & Bespoke. Thread closed.
  15. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

    There is a lot of chatter that G&G is changing their business model to concentrate on RTW and less on MTM and Bespoke. Your thoughts G&G fans!
  16. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

    See early pages approximatel 300-400. I will post some newer ones soon.
  17. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

    I think G&G MTO are worth the money. but if you're looking for something more unique with special handmade elements, Bestetti is absolutely the best and he is going toward a RTW model as well. But, he is the best of the current European masters. I have over 40 GG pairs and I have 6 Bestetti...
  18. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    I have the Spider oxford, the Bestetti, A normal lace up oxford, two single Monks in green and blue, and the commando boots. All are pictured in his tumblr. If I have time, I will take photos of my own and post them here. I am a size 13.5US and he made my feet look much smaller with his...
  19. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    I hhad the same process when I had my shoes made by bestetti. These marks idetify where the shoes are loos or tight. He knows where to adjust the last for better fit.
  20. Saratorial_Splender

    Riccardo Bestetti Bespoke projects.

    I took the train from Milan. The trip took about 30 minutes to Vigevano and Mr. Bestetti came to the train station to pick me up. I have 6 pairs of his shoes and they are works of art as they are the best shoes to wear on the face of earth.
  21. Saratorial_Splender

    Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

    I am in if it is a group MTO!!!
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