** Quintessential Crockett & Jones Thread ** (reviews, quality, etc...)

[YellowHandUp]

There's a new version of the Chepstow chukka in navy roughout, last 335 as opposed to 378, with vibram cleated

Its odd because it's a new boot that's on sale

It looks good. Top of my list.

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

Does anyone know anything about the Hastings model (apparently made for Purdey)? Appears to be a mini-lug soled shortwing brogue derby somewhere between the Pembroke and Exmoor in terms of styling. Have only seen it in roughout suede. Any info on last or pictures would be much appreciated!

Hello, maybe the Bodiley's Hertford in rough out suede is of your taste.

bodileys-mayfair-collection-hertford-dark-brown-rough-out-suede-derby-brogue-shoes

I hope this helps.

 

[Crafty Cumbrian]

I've been thinking of a way to do two-tone boots with green shell cordovan for a while. Best I could come up with was black Russian grain on the bottom, and a grain green shell up top. However, I always second-guess that thought because of the next part of my opinion.

Because, and this is just my opinion, if you're doing shell as part of mixed-media on boots it's better to do shell on the lower part than the upper. Patina is half the fun of shell, and having it on the upper where it feels stiffer isn't always desirable. That's just my take though.

Only thing I’d do with green shell would be green suede on a shaft. Anything else runs the risk of looking like a bowling shoe

 

[Keyser_Söze]

Only thing I’d do with green shell would be green suede on a shaft. Anything else runs the risk of looking like a bowling shoe

Green suede with hatch shell would be cool... This is starting to sound very British hunter in theme.

 

[aquatherm]

It looks good. Top of my list.

Same. Chepstow 2 in suede was top of my list in the lightweight vibram sole but this is definitely worth a look

 

[Vocane]

I am having two issues with my Coniston shoes that I can’t seem to resolve.

Over time, due to frequent polishing, the pebble grain structure has significantly diminished, ruining the leather's texture and vibe. I don’t think the grain structure is gone, but it seems to have been filled in with layers of wax/creams. I’ve tried using Renomat multiple times, which helps a bit, but not enough to restore the original look. Do you have any suggestions to bring back the original pebble grain texture? The shoes are 5 years old and have been worn around 120 times. Would using a harder brush, like one with pig hair, help to remove the buildup between the grain? Or could this damage the leather?

The second issue is a white residue that forms on the leather after even a light rain, ruining the shine and overall look of the shoes. Each time this happens, I need to polish and apply renovateur cream. I suspect I might be applying too much cream or not buffing it out properly, possibly due to using a brush with hairs that are too soft. This could be causing the cream’s salts to be extracted when the shoes get wet.

Any help is greatly appreciated, I can't be the only one. Maybe take it to a proper cobbler?

 

[Markintosh]

FYI for the group - C&J online and in-store sale started today...I just got the email...

 

[KarlHungus]

Hello, maybe the Bodiley's Hertford in rough out suede is of your taste.

bodileys-mayfair-collection-hertford-dark-brown-rough-out-suede-derby-brogue-shoes

I hope this helps.

Oh yes I like that very much
Thank you for the enabling

 

[DorianGreen]

I am having two issues with my Coniston shoes that I can’t seem to resolve.

Over time, due to frequent polishing, the pebble grain structure has significantly diminished, ruining the leather's texture and vibe. I don’t think the grain structure is gone, but it seems to have been filled in with layers of wax/creams. I’ve tried using Renomat multiple times, which helps a bit, but not enough to restore the original look. Do you have any suggestions to bring back the original pebble grain texture? The shoes are 5 years old and have been worn around 120 times. Would using a harder brush, like one with pig hair, help to remove the buildup between the grain? Or could this damage the leather?

The second issue is a white residue that forms on the leather after even a light rain, ruining the shine and overall look of the shoes. Each time this happens, I need to polish and apply renovateur cream. I suspect I might be applying too much cream or not buffing it out properly, possibly due to using a brush with hairs that are too soft. This could be causing the cream’s salts to be extracted when the shoes get wet.

Any help is greatly appreciated, I can't be the only one. Maybe take it to a proper cobbler?

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It actually looks like as you overdid with care and polishing. If RenoMat didn't help, I would bring them to a cobbler, or even better send them to C&J.

 

[bemk]

It actually looks like as you overdid with care and polishing. If RenoMat didn't help, I would bring them to a cobbler, or even better send them to C&J.

That's what I think, especially regarding the first part.

Over time, due to frequent polishing, the pebble grain structure has significantly diminished, ruining the leather's texture and vibe.

The grain structure you see is not natural, it is embossed. On the toe-caps it is on most Coniston I have seen - as well as on my 4 Scotch Grain pairs - less strong. You can even see it on the product pictures, look at the 4th picture: https://eu.crockettandjones.com/collections/coniston/products/coniston-darkbrown-scotch-grain

I don’t think the grain structure is gone,

I assume that you flattened the risen details that make the pattern in some areas with too much care.

but it seems to have been filled in with layers of wax/creams. I’ve tried using Renomat multiple times, which helps a bit, but not enough to restore the original look.

If you „tried Renomat multiple times“ there should be no more wax or cream, you can be glad that you didn't strip the dye.
Renomat is aggressive and dries out the leather and should be applied seldom and only without pressure.

The second issue is a white residue that forms on the leather after even a light rain, ruining the shine and overall look of the shoes. Each time this happens, I need to polish and apply renovateur cream. I suspect I might be applying too much cream or not buffing it out properly, possibly due to using a brush with hairs that are too soft. This could be causing the cream’s salts to be extracted when the shoes get wet.

I bet this is wax and fat, not salt, and it's from the Renovateur. The name of the product already indicates its purpose and that it is a strong product. It's not for regular care or only if applied extremely sparse! Creams or lotions are for normal shoe care.
Renovateur is rich and strong with its ingredients of diverse oils and waxes. Over-applying Renovateur oversaturates and thereby softens the leather, which could have helped to lower the grain pattern, and introduces the very effect you want to get rid of - the white residues.

Maybe take it to a proper cobbler?

Or to C&J as @DorianGreen said. And once you get it back in a sane condition, you should do less care.
When it comes to shoe-care I think less is more. My pair of these Dark Brown Scotch Grain Coniston is 1 1/2 years old and has gotten its 1st treatment just a week ago: #32,800

 

[serbarristan]

Golden grain hour

 

[aquatherm]

To those who own roughout suede with cleated soles, is this a comfortable combination, as RO is quite a stiff material.

I heard from CJ staff members that vibram cleated sole can also be quite stiff. Is it more comfortable than dainite though?

 

[Fenners81]

To those who own roughout suede with cleated soles, is this a comfortable combination, as RO is quite a stiff material.

I heard from CJ staff members that vibram cleated sole can also be quite stiff. Is it more comfortable than dainite though?

I own some Islay and Coniston with this combo. The leather is definitely stiffer than the scotch grain equivalents. The vibrant sole is more comfortable than Dainite in my opinion.

 

[Marmite89]

To those who own roughout suede with cleated soles, is this a comfortable combination, as RO is quite a stiff material.

I heard from CJ staff members that vibram cleated sole can also be quite stiff. Is it more comfortable than dainite though?

I own some Vibram cleated sole Islay, not on R/O… but can offer a comparison as I’ve Islay also on all the other combinations other than the Itshide Commando sole. I find the Vibram quite flexible although it’s proved to be hard wearing even in the areas my gait destroys first. It’s not soft/bouncy comfortable like I find the Ridgeway. Vibram is a thinner sole but I’ve been impressed and use the boots in a role of light hiking, or when I know I’ll be doing considerable walking distances.

 

[Marmite89]

Islay Chestnut Russian Grain - SF GMTO

Maiden voyage for these jeans, but not the boots. I don’t think I’ve posted any pics yet of the J&JF Russian Grain Islay that arrived back in the autumn. Absolutely stunning boots, I couldn’t be happier with them. They are still really stiff, but fit me perfectly. I’m finding more use for the colour and look than I expected. They are too beautiful not to want to wear lots!

The Jeans are a custom one-off order from the Welsh Brand Hiut I was mentioning before Xmas.