Posts by Barrister

Quote: Originally Posted by supersede  Hello everyone,   I'm supersede, and I joined this blog to ask these questions.   Please give me your expertise and help me to find the shoes...

Quote: Originally Posted by totalair1  In the grand scheme of things...shell cordovan shoes likely account for 1% or less of the shoes that a cobbler sees for repair or re-crafting.  Based on what I know about...

Quote: Originally Posted by shoeshopper  Is the lacing on oxfords on the 337 last supposed to close completely? Here is a picture of my Audley with a visible V-shaped opening.   I measure 11B/C with...

Quote: Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster  I have tried for years to find an AE shoe or last that I like, but to no avail.  I find their sizing to be inconsistent... I'll try a Strand at one store and 10.5D...

Quote: Originally Posted by N8ter  How long does it take a new, leather soled calf shoe to break in?  Have a shoe (AE) that is tight and am wondering how long I can expect before it loosens up (or doesn't because...

Does anyone know whether Carmina shoes are made with a steel shank?  I ask because they are allegedly much lighter in weight than other high-end shoes, e.g., Aldens.  In a detailed description of the manufacturing process on...

I've heard that Carminas are lighter in weight than other high-end shoes, e.g., Aldens.     Is this true?  If so, is it due to the absence of a steel shank?  I note that Carmina's detailed description of their...

I have three pairs of AEs (1, 5, 7 lasts) and all are too tight in the forefoot but fit well otherwise.  They are actually painful to wear.  Not having local access to an AE dealer for try-on, I'm wondering if anyone can...

Quote: Originally Posted by sevenfoldtieguy  Some do; some go TTS. Order 2 sizes if ordering online. Good advice, sevenfold.  Thank you.

Quote: Originally Posted by sevenfoldtieguy  Some do; some go TTS. Order 2 sizes if ordering online. Good advice, sevenfold.  Thank you.