RANCOURT & Co. Shoes - Made in Maine - Page 54

So I was going back on Rancourt's facebook page and say these: http://www.jackspade.com/Murphy-Work-Boots/JSM00490,default,pd.html?dwvar_JSM00490_color=215&start=4&cgid=accessories-shoes. I'm gonna see if Kyle can make these up in Snuff Suede with a minilug sole. Seems like it'd provide great support and be super comfortable.

How do the ranger mocs hold up in wet weather?
 

Your shoes look fantastic!

Hoping the tempest sole is good for all around use; I do alot of walking with dogs.

Are those lined?

Eyelet type?

Thanks.

Ivy loafer unboxing, sorry for the delay, I've just been very busy.

Again, this is full grain unlined kelly green suede, honey crepe sole, 10D

Commentary after the photos

Those of you who know the quality and craftsmanship of Rancourt won't be surprised when I say this is a well constructed shoe.  The suede is soft, comfortable, and otherwise surpassed my expectations.

Now, here's the downside.  They don't fit  .  .  .  by a significant margin.  This is not a criticism of anyone.  My only hope is that by posting the details I can assist others who are likewise uncertain about sizing.

I corresponded directly with Kyle to set up this MTO.  The dialogue on sizing began when I passed on my Brannock size.  Kyle stated that Rancourt sizing doesn't correspond well with the Brannock and that I should download the Rancourt fit guide.  I did this and relayed the measurements.  As a comparison, heel to toe I measure 11C (though heel to ball I am 11.5 B/C).  On the Rancourt fit guide (which only measures heel to toe), I measured just a hair over a 10 in length and just over a "C" in width.  In response, Kyle suggested a 10D. 

I was skeptical, but I trusted that Kyle knows his product and lasts. Really, I was left thinking that this must be a long, narrow last.  I wasn't worried about it.  However, after putting on the loafers, I immediately realized they were too short.  My toes are jammed right into the tip of the shoe.  When I lift my foot, the sole can't flex, and it compresses my foot.

Needless to say, I am disappointed.  However, after expending significant energy dialing in my sizing on AE and Alden, I have shoe sizing fatigue.  That is to say, I don't want to experiment with Rancourt sizing at this time.  I'll probably come back to again maybe next year.

I don't want to let these loafers go, but don't be surprised if you see them on eBay or at your local Goodwill store (after all someone has to provide the fodder for the thrift store bragging thread).

It was my first foray into Rancourt.  Some risk is implied.  I checked the scaling on the fit guide very carefully before reporting any measurements.  I'll hit it the next time.  I'm cruising for some Viberg boots right now.

I don't have the Cristy sole, yet, but I agree it looks like a nice all purpose sole.