Crockett & Jones MTO Central

[Crafty Cumbrian]

The Dundee is a seriously nice boot, but I’m not that keen on shell. Brown hatch grain anyone?

edit: maybe not if C&J only do hatch grain in shell.

They do something called I’m sure willow.. looks a lovely leather: I’m not in on it but may be worth a look.

 

[WS19]

They do something called I’m sure willow.. looks a lovely leather: I’m not in on it but may be worth a look.

That does look really good. The description sounds like there could be a bit of a price premium though.

 

[Crafty Cumbrian]

That does look really good. The description sounds like there could be a bit of a price premium though.

Not sure mate but worth an ask.

 

[Style989]

Islay

cavour.co

Is this the same as the stock islay except with dainite and black eyelets ?

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

New GMTO: Dundee Whiskey Shell Cordovan

Announcing here a new GMTO for a Dundee boot in whiskey shell cordovan. The specifications being proposed for this GMTO project are set out below. If anyone is interested, then your signing up for the following specifications:

- Model: Dundee
- Last: 325
- Width: E (regular)
- Material: Shell Cordovan
- Colour: Whiskey
- Welt: Stormwelt
- Sole: Dainite
- Tongue: Regular
- Edge Finish: Antique
- Eyelets: 4 exposed + 4 speedhooks (antique brass)
- Pull Tab: Yes
- Price: £1150 inc. VAT / £958 exc. VAT (price to be confirmed by C&J only when we have confirmed number of participants)

The provisional price provided by C&J for this GMTO is £1150 (£958 exc.VAT). C&J have advised that the price will be confirmed only after the required number of participants have been secured. A minimum of 6 participants are required.

For references and photos of the Dundee boot, visit the following SF threads: Example 1; Example 2; Example 3

The GMTO spreadsheet will run over the coming months which will see us entering 2024. This hopefully gives people time to organise for this GMTO project if interested. Here is the link to the Dundee Whiskey Shell GMTO spreadsheet.

 

[Gustaf]

I found this interesting (waiting for my first pair of Russian Grain boots):

The Stitchdown Conversation With Andrew Parr of J&FJ Baker—The UK’s Last Oak Bark Tannery - Stitchdown

In late 2016, English shoemaker Crockett & Jones unveiled an exclusive new leather to their lineup: Russian Grain. They seemed quite giddy to show off the hatch grain article, and with good reason—the legendary leather was essentially extinct, but had been brought back to life by a...

www.stitchdown.com

 

[tipitai]

Quick question: Does anyone know if C&J will make a cordovan Boston loafer, i.e. a lined one, under their MTO program?

I’m looking for a whiskey shell loafer and number one on my list would be an Alden LHS on the Van last but that could take forever (or longer), so my second option is Crockett & Jones Boston/Harvard.

I know there are whiskey cordovan Harvards available from some shops but I would prefer a lined version over the unlined Harvard (I have dark brown shell Harvards).

All the current Bostons seem to be suede or calf leather, not sure if they used to make them in shell? Have a vague memory of Swedish store Grafford selling cordovan Bostons but that could also be wishful thinking.

Hi there - I'm new to this thread, so apologies if this question has been addressed before. How do you like your shell Harvards ? I have a pair in suede that I wear very regularly (especially while traveling) and have been thinking of getting a pair of Harvards in Shell for quite some time now, but would love to hear from someone who actually owns them already. Are you happy with how they've worn in and how they are holding up over the years ?

 

[stephenaf2003]

I found this interesting (waiting for my first pair of Russian Grain boots):

The Stitchdown Conversation With Andrew Parr of J&FJ Baker—The UK’s Last Oak Bark Tannery - Stitchdown

In late 2016, English shoemaker Crockett & Jones unveiled an exclusive new leather to their lineup: Russian Grain. They seemed quite giddy to show off the hatch grain article, and with good reason—the legendary leather was essentially extinct, but had been brought back to life by a...

www.stitchdown.com

Thanks for that man. I don’t visit that site enough. I absolutely love the rg pairs I own, and really need to add more. Hopefully that Islay in rg will pick up some steam. An iconic boot in iconic leather is a must have.

 

[WS19]

Can anyone confirm whether C&J collects GST (VAT) on GMTO orders shipped to Australia? Or do they ship net of any taxes and leave it to be sorted out by customs here?

On a separate note, kind of wishing I got here in time for the RG Coniston, even though RG is pretty steep these days and probably uneconomic to bring into the country given the duties that would be charged.

 

[chipshot]

Hi there - I'm new to this thread, so apologies if this question has been addressed before. How do you like your shell Harvards ? I have a pair in suede that I wear very regularly (especially while traveling) and have been thinking of getting a pair of Harvards in Shell for quite some time now, but would love to hear from someone who actually owns them already. Are you happy with how they've worn in and how they are holding up over the years ?

Wear like bricks .. Shell will out last you with care.

 

[chipshot]

I own several pair of Shell Harvards. Wear like iron and with proper care will out last U

 

[chipshot]

A very good value^

 

[martysaav]

any interest from the group in a copy of this make-up?

I'd definitely be interested. Most gorgeous boot i've seen from C&J. I'd also love to try it out in a light brown/tan roughout leather! or tan scotch grain. Or suede. I just want this boot man...

 

[jischwar]

Hi there - I'm new to this thread, so apologies if this question has been addressed before. How do you like your shell Harvards ? I have a pair in suede that I wear very regularly (especially while traveling) and have been thinking of getting a pair of Harvards in Shell for quite some time now, but would love to hear from someone who actually owns them already. Are you happy with how they've worn in and how they are holding up over the years ?

The Harvard 2 on the 376 last is a better designed last imo, but if the 314 works for you go for it. As for longevity they hold up well, my pairs that are 10+ yrs old have seen some of the stitching pop on the apron, but that's about it. Fwiw, C&J refurb program is reasonable and solid and will fix these issues for you with a standard resole

 

[lurker33]

I found this interesting (waiting for my first pair of Russian Grain boots):

The Stitchdown Conversation With Andrew Parr of J&FJ Baker—The UK’s Last Oak Bark Tannery - Stitchdown

In late 2016, English shoemaker Crockett & Jones unveiled an exclusive new leather to their lineup: Russian Grain. They seemed quite giddy to show off the hatch grain article, and with good reason—the legendary leather was essentially extinct, but had been brought back to life by a...

www.stitchdown.com

Good read. Also very excited for my first pair of Russian Grain boots.