My adventures in (DIY) shoemaking -- part 6

shoefan · Jun 3, 2009

Here is the latest results of my efforts at shoemaking (for my previous efforts, see: http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...res+shoemaking , http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...res+shoemaking , http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...es+shoemaking). A pair of Adelaide-throat oxfords with a short wingcap in a light brown. The last is one I actually made for myself from an oversized last 'blank,' just like the real bespoke makers use! I think it is a definite improvement over my previous efforts, though of course there are many things I hope to do better next time.

Wes Bourne · Jun 3, 2009

Just insane! Extra points just because it's an Adelaide! My only question is how long before an iTailor decides to try to make his own suit?!

fullb · Jun 3, 2009

Congratulations your work is awesome.
Just a technical question what kind of tool do you use to make the little holes?

Felix Leiter · Jun 3, 2009

I saw your other posts and is true that you are improving. Anyway, even the first one was light years ahead of anything I can possibly think of doing! Amazing work of art. Congratulations!!

Vintage Gent · Jun 3, 2009

How absolutely incredible. Have you considered marketing your talents for the benefit of others?

bigbris1 · Jun 3, 2009

Absolutely stunning!

Sander · Jun 3, 2009

While I agree with the above posts that your skills are amazing for an amateur, I think that the shape of the last is a bit strange; the arch seems really high. Also, the wings look a little out of balance to my eye. They are too short or they don't curve... there's something odd.

CharlesAlexander · Jun 3, 2009

Amazing, keep up the good work!

cmeisenzahl · Jun 3, 2009

Wow, that's amazing!!

Manton · Jun 3, 2009

I don't like short wings, but the last shape is superb.

imainish · Jun 3, 2009

Originally Posted by Sander

While I agree with the above posts that your skills are amazing for an amateur, I think that the shape of the last is a bit strange; the arch seems really high. Also, the wings look a little out of balance to my eye. They are too short or they don't curve... there's something odd.

I have to agree. Work looks good, but that last just doesn't appeal to me.

Fang66 · Jun 3, 2009

absatively wicked.

the.chikor · Jun 3, 2009

Excellent work. I think the style and last shape are superb. How is the fit?

dkzzzz · Jun 3, 2009

I hope it is picture's angles, but they look like orthopedic shoes for transgender tap-dancer.

Manton · Jun 3, 2009

This is amazing. A guy teaches himself to make bespoke shoes from scratch, all by himself, and all some people can do is snipe. Maybe the shoes aren't perfect (though personally, I see nothing wrong with these and think the look great), but none of us could make a goddamned flip flop.

h8 on, losers.

My adventures in (DIY) shoemaking -- part 6

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