Crockett & Jones MTO Central

[tvrbob]

If you search back or via my posts, I had a single MTO Islay in black shell made up around 18 month ago. It delights me every single time I put them on!

Absolutely amazing!

 

[Alex@C&J]

Dear All,

I believe we have reached the minimum number of participants for the Skye Dark Brown Cordovan GMTO. If so, please forward the following details to my self at [email protected]

-Name and Styleforum username
-UK shoe size
-Shipping and billing address
-Phone number
-Whether you want the shoes to be posted or wish to collect in store

Please also kindly confirm the specifications.

I look forward to hearing from you all.

Alex Vigouroux.

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

Dear All,

I believe we have reached the minimum number of participants for the Skye Dark Brown Cordovan GMTO. If so, please forward the following details to my self at [email protected]

-Name and Styleforum username
-UK shoe size
-Shipping and billing address
-Phone number
-Whether you want the shoes to be posted or wish to collect in store

Please also kindly confirm the specifications.

I look forward to hearing from you all.

Alex Vigouroux.

Before it can proceed with a final specification, participants will need to decide on:
- 4 speedhooks OR all eyelets.
- dainite OR ridgeway

(please see more in post below)

 

[Ypuh]

The open/closed status doesn't seem very up-to-date within the individual GMTO sheets (e.g. the Russian Islay projects are still open and I'd be interested in joining, but they seem to be already delivered).

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

This GMTO list needs updating. It currently stands at five now. So needs one more participant.

Also, before it can proceed with a final specification, participants will need to decide on whether they want:
- 4 speedhooks OR all eyelets.
- dainite OR ridgeway

The preference is to go for :

- All exposed eyelets - to give the boot a consistent and refined look that can be worn formally also. Ski hooks (a.k.a speedhooks) are hardly needed or functional on a brogue boot like this.

- ridgeway because its far more comfortable; lasts longer; gives far better grip in icy conditions; from a side profile looks equally as neat as dainite would.

This specification was done on the Lindrick shell GMTO and came out magnificent. Please see here

£1100 had been quoted (as specified on the GMTO list).

Awaiting confirmation.

 

[jheese]

The preference is to go for :

- All exposed eyelets - to give the boot a consistent and refined look that can be worn formally also. Ski hook (a.k.a speedhooks) are hardly needed or functional on a brogue boot like this.

- ridgeway because its far more comfortable; lasts longer; gives far better grip in icy conditions; from a side profile looks equally as neat as dainite would.

This suggested specification was done on the Lindrick shell GMTO and came out magnificent. Please see here

£1100 had been quoted (as specified on the GMTO list).

Awaiting confirmation.

I have updated the count in the table. It now shows the correct numbers

In regards of the specs, I am happy with Ridgeway. But I prefer Speedhooks.

 

[aquatherm]

This GMTO list needs updating. It currently stands at five now. So needs one more participant.

Also, before it can proceed with a final specification, participants will need to decide on whether they want:
- 4 speedhooks OR all eyelets.
- dainite OR ridgeway

Personally I prefer speedhooks. I have a 7 eyelet boot and although I love it, heate wearing it because it's a PITA to put on. My other derby boot is taller with 4 speedhooks and is much more easier so they are functional without a doubt. I'm thinking of buying the Kelso and would ask CJ if they could change 4 eyelets for hooks

Is ridgeway a softer sole than dainite then? I hate dainite, personal preference would be gumlite or vibram lightweight cleated sole

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

Personally I prefer speedhooks. I have a 7 eyelet boot and although I love it, heate wearing it because it's a PITA to put on. My other derby boot is taller with 4 speedhooks and is much more easier so they are functional without a doubt. I'm thinking of buying the Kelso and would ask CJ if they could change 4 eyelets for hooks

Is ridgeway a softer sole than dainite then? I hate dainite, personal preference would be gumlite or vibram lightweight cleated sole

Lets see what majority vote is on "all eyelets VS 4 speedhooks"

Yes, Ridgeway is softer on the foot yet lasts much longer.

 

[Thatguysasha]

Excited we finally got there! I'm good with either sole but would definitely prefer 4 speedhooks. Cheers

 

[martin92]

Hello,
have you experience with MTO chelseas? What last would you recommend if my current chelsea 11 in 335 last has good width, but is too deep in toe area. My chelseas feel too loose in forepart so I am considering to buy MTO with different last.