Posts by alexSF

A bad use of wax polish could cause disaster. What colour have you used? This could happen with neutral polish You removed the finishing from the shoes revealing the original colour of the uppers (that usually is always light tan in...

^Construction of sole seem to be very poor, heels and even toes have begun to disintegrate.

Quote:Originally Posted by WiredandTired I was always under the assumption that they were the C&J Lowndes. I've been eyeing those double monks as well in the brown. They certainly look very nice. There are new spectators up for...

Quote:Originally Posted by Lear  Off-topic: A Saphir product I haven't come across before. Maybe just a first for the...

I've seen other (rare) cases of similar weird creasing in shell, I don't think they depends from fit but from the leather itself. Ask for an exchange if possible.

A clear and helpful video for novices, from John Lobb

Quote:Originally Posted by Silhouette So: - Why is it that people choose C&J instead of S&H? - Also, would you concider BSAL to give the best value in brittish shoes at the moment? (£275 for rebranded Trickers). - Could you supply a...

Quote:Originally Posted by DpprDr US 7D in the Marlow. Comparing it to my Pembroke in 6E, the length of the Marlow definitely makes it a UK 6.5; however my guess just from my sample size of 1 is that the 'D' is UK (basically narrow...

Quote:Originally Posted by Silhouette This was the reply which I was looking for. However I still wonder why bench-made BSAL sell for £275 when Trickers 1829 sell for £330 at Pediwear.co.uk and Herringshoes.co.uk. Are bench-made...

Grosvenor collection is made by Sanders, Bench-made collection is made by Tricker's They are a pleasure to deal with, with quick customer service, and shipping is free within europe. They also regularly send discount code via email.