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

[benjamin8451]



Hi guys. I kinda find the TG73 a tad too 'squared' for me. Was just wondering if anyone's done a St James in KN14 soft squared last, or any pics of them to share so I could better decide? Much appreciated

I have them on MH71 last.

 

[tre8]

Yup I've seen that...guess that's the alternative then.
For some reason the KN14 appealed to me & was just wondering how'd it look on something like St James (or even if it was an option) seeing as it is usually used for loafers.

Cheers

 

[lightseason]

G&G site had some end of lines in the Pound 500 range but the link to "end of line" now returns nothing. Any idea what may have happened?

I think the sale ended two days ago, this is what the email said

 

[Michael Ay329]



Hi guys. I kinda find the TG73 a tad too 'squared' for me. Was just wondering if anyone's done a St James in KN14 soft squared last, or any pics of them to share so I could better decide? Much appreciated

The KN14 is the soft squared loafer ONLY last. Years ago Tony advised me against using it in lieu of the TG73 on a non loafer shoe. Try the MH 71 Instead.

 

[nickrut]

I missed the sale too. Damnit.

 

[tre8]



The KN14 is the soft squared loafer ONLY last. Years ago Tony advised me against using it in lieu of the TG73 on a non loafer shoe. Try the MH 71 Instead.

Thanks! Time to finally get that idea outta my head then.

 

[daizawaguy]

Ah I had not known that the time was limited. Had I known I might have pulled the trigger on the sale. It was not written on the site.

 

[NAMOR]

Oh baby

Looks like Glencoe on the tg73 or mh71 last. Love, love this combo

 

[jamiemcp]

Oh baby

Looks like Glencoe on the tg73 or mh71 last. Love, love this combo

I like a lot

 

[TtownMD]

Tg73 last boot would be nice

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]

Hi guys. I kinda find the TG73 a tad too 'squared' for me. Was just wondering if anyone's done a St James in KN14 soft squared last, or any pics of them to share so I could better decide? Much appreciated

The KN14 is the soft squared loafer ONLY last. Years ago Tony advised me against using it in lieu of the TG73 on a non loafer shoe. Try the MH 71 Instead.

About 6 months ago I inquired of using the KN14 on a non loafer MTO. While they recommended another last instead, they did say they would do it if I wanted it. The KN14 is one of the best loafer lasts on the market IMO. And the fit, for me, is great. I don't see why it wouldn't work on a variety of non loafer models.

 

[clee1982]

Too tight on the heel would be my guess

 

[Adamjonzey]

Either that or to tight across the lower part of the facing. It is designed to stay in place without laces after all so would need to be narrower/ shallower

 

[SuitedDx]



About 6 months ago I inquired of using the KN14 on a non loafer MTO. While they recommended another last instead, they did say they would do it if I wanted it. The KN14 is one of the best loafer lasts on the market IMO. And the fit, for me, is great. I don't see why it wouldn't work on a variety of non loafer models.

Interestingly the KN14 is the only G&G last where I go for a D, whereas I wear 6.5E for all the other lasts. I do agree that it's the best fitting last. I've never worn EG's 184 but curious about the fit. Almost picked up a pair of loafers during Oakroom's sale but I just don't wear them enough and I already have a couple.

 

[benjamin8451]



Interestingly the KN14 is the only G&G last where I go for a D, whereas I wear 6.5E for all the other lasts. I do agree that it's the best fitting last. I've never worn EG's 184 but curious about the fit. Almost picked up a pair of loafers during Oakroom's sale but I just don't wear them enough and I already have a couple.

What size are you on EG? 6E?