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

[daizawaguy]

Thats the Audley, worn 4-5 times. I guess its an easy fix but it worries me quite a bit.

 

[PCK1]

Thats the Audley, worn 4-5 times. I guess its an easy fix but it worries me quite a bit.

This is quite common and happens even with much higher end brands than C&J. It is an extremely easy fix.

 

[jssdc]

The peeling sole channels do happen on all brands, but frankly I've found this to be more of a problem with C&J than other makers. I've had the channels peel while the shoes weren't even being worn. Still a big fan, but i wish they'd put by up for better cement.

 

[Cleav]

Summer suede stocktake (x post apologies)

 

[EnglishShoes]

@Cleav I'm still looking at some unlined suede, either Chukka or Teijn loafer

Regarding colour, I'm drawn to snuff, but feel dark brown will be more formal/adaptable.

Do you find your snuff boots can be worn with as many outfits as dark brown? Snuff with a suit or business casual for example?

 

[Cleav]



@Cleav
I'm still looking at some unlined suede, either Chukka or Teijn loafer

Regarding colour, I'm drawn to snuff, but feel dark brown will be more formal/adaptable.

Do you find your snuff boots can be worn with as many outfits as dark brown?  Snuff with a suit or business casual for example?

Got to be unlined mate, more of the suede here... Help or not?

 

[chipshot]

Speaking of unlined... Whiskey Shell Cordovan Harvard 314 last.

Natural lighting and Flash

 

[Dd1101]



Speaking of unlined... Whiskey Shell Cordovan Harvard 314 last.

Natural lighting and Flash

Beautiful, how does the 314 fit compared to Sydney calf?

 

[chipshot]

I only have two pair of Harvards, one lined and one unlined. Last 314 in unlined shell is a dream to wear, very soft leather.

 

[Cleav]

Today

 

[KPDarb]

Hi everyone!

I apologize in advance for x posting this but thought some people here night be interested. Theres a brown shell galway 2/gianni GMTO being organized in the CJ GMTO thread and we are currently sitting at 10 potentially interested parties. The make up is:

Model: Galway2 (Gianni pattern +25 pounds)
Upper: Dark Brown Shell Cordovan
Last: 325
Width: Standard E (US D)
Edging: Antique
Sole: Dainite Sole in Dark Brown with a thin leather mid-sole OR Double Leather
Welt: Storm Welt
Eyelets: Dark Brown Eyelets & Speedhooks (4+4)
Price: £650 less VAT £541.67 (about 780 USD)

There is a speadsheet for this where you can add yourself and you preferences here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...MnwLZw_BRkxZV59z6rk5SvZhk/edit#gid=1949729029

Post any questions or comments in the CJ GMTO thread! Add yourself to the spreadsheet and shoot @Gabru a PM if you're interested. We're almost there!!

Thanks!
Kevin

 

[pwc008]

Agree C&J handgrades are terrific value. Furthermore, the maker has by and large resisted the temptation to introduce new "fashion forward" styles (the Truro trainer notwithstanding). For me, they excel at robust English classics, such as the Bradford captoe derby and the Pembroke full brogue. One caveat about C&J's lasts, however, which makes comparison with G&G difficult: they tend to favour a higher-instep, larger-volume foot. G&G's lasts are much sleeker and suit my shallow foot much better. I would also argue that G&G's manufacture (e.g. neatness and density of stitching) is a level above, even though I often find myself preferring C&J's quintessentially English styles.

Thank you for your observation about C&J v. G&G re: sleek lasts and high insteps. I am usually a UK 9E in C&J, although 9.5E in the Cranford 3, Weybridge and Chelsea 3. I found a pair of G&G (plain black Oxford) in a UK 10.5E at Last Call awhile ago and tried them on. They fit well everywhere except there was way too much room in the toe. Since I have anything but shallow feet, maybe I will never find a G&G that fits me. I feel confident that you saved me a $50 - $70 return postage cost.

 

[dahl5yankees]

Oiled Teak MTO Conistons

Im a little bored with the color, any suggestions on patina?

 

[Cleav]

x post apols

 

[chipshot]

RL Double leather soled 72 Shell