The Ultimate Vass (Footwear) Thread (Pictures, reviews, sizing, etc...)

[zenga]

I am considering getting af pair of suede chukkas on the U last with dainite/vibram sole. Do any have experience with rubber soles from Vass. I also normally have the double sole tapering to one. Should I still go for that with a rubber sole.

 

[Slewfoot]



I am considering getting af pair of suede chukkas on the U last with dainite/vibram sole. Do any have experience with rubber soles from Vass. I also normally have the double sole tapering to one. Should I still go for that with a rubber sole.

Vass doesn't do Dainite unfortunately. They do Vibrams, but they're pretty chunky soles. They would probably look best on the P2 last.

 

[Slewfoot]



I think some broguing is nice on F last especially if done in shell. If someone wants a visually slimmer looking shoe, a wingtip oxford is always a good option.

Those are friggin sweet.

 

[kolecho]



Those are friggin sweet.

Yes, especially from the rear (uninterrupted line of broguing along the top of the ankle)..

 

[meister]



Hmm. I think I'm talking about the toe box. If the girth of the forefoot is the part of the shoe that goes over the ball of my foot I think that area of the shoe is close to fitting well. The ball of my foot can slide a little inside the shoe, although it seems to line up where it should be. And I do have plenty of room in front of my toes. But I am more concerned about having a little too much up and down motion for my toes and the joints that connect them to the foot (if that makes sense). This is what makes the toe box seem too bulky. I have a snug but comfortable fit from the heel through the arch, although I do have to lace the quarters completely together. As others have commented, there is not much arch support.

As I look at the shoes the forefoot just seems designed to be somewhat large relative to the rest of the shoe.

Your toes are supposed to be able to wriggle in the toebox area. Otherwise they are too tight especially when you feet swell after walking.

 

[Mr. Pink]

What color are these?

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[facet]



What color are these?

They are coloured "fabulous".

 

[kolecho]

Some suede loafers in mid brown, F last. And the saddle shell shoes side by side. The wingtip is visually slimmer but fits the same as the brogued cap toe.

 

[luk-cha]

i think Sadle is the all time greatest shell color - other rave on whiskey etc but i think this is the best tone

 

[Slewfoot]



i think Sadle is the all time greatest shell color - other rave on whiskey etc but i think this is the best tone

Tough to pick. I have one pair of each and I'd slightly lean towards whiskey based on those as it looks a bit more distinctive while my saddles seem more classic chestnut. I imagine that could easily be reversed based on another set of hides. The lesson is to buy both!

 

[luk-cha]

i think Sadle is the all time greatest shell color - other rave on whiskey etc but i think this is the best tone

Tough to pick. I have one pair of each and I'd slightly lean towards whiskey based on those as it looks a bit more distinctive while my saddles seem more classic chestnut. I imagine that could easily be reversed based on another set of hides. The lesson is to buy both!

yes i agree to some extent, cigar when it is lighter in tone is great, damn at times they all are great sigh!

 

[epiph4ny]

Hi everyone
I'm looking to order my first pair of Budapest oxfords in the U last but need some advice on sizing. I wear a UK9 on the C&J 348 and UK9.5 for G&G. I'm assuming I will be a 43.5 for the U last?

 

[SpooPoker]



Hi everyone
I'm looking to order my first pair of Budapest oxfords in the U last but need some advice on sizing. I wear a UK9 on the C&J 348 and UK9.5 for G&G. I'm assuming I will be a 43.5 for the U last?

On my experience (UK8.5 on C&J 348), US 9.5D in everything, 43 in Vass U last - you are correct.

 

[Pliny]



Hi everyone
I'm looking to order my first pair of Budapest oxfords in the U last but need some advice on sizing. I wear a UK9 on the C&J 348 and UK9.5 for G&G. I'm assuming I will be a 43.5 for the U last?

Unless u have reasonably narrow feet, yes, size up. Not everyone needs to.

 

[fritzl]



Vass doesn't do Dainite unfortunately. They do Vibrams, but they're pretty chunky soles. They would probably look best on the P2 last.

c'mon, nobody really needs dainite as vibram is so much better, imo.