DavidWatts
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Hi everyone,
While attending a college friend's wedding in the lovely city of York, England, I stumbled upon a pair of John Lobbs in a local thrift shop. They were my size. They were my style. I knew that they were far nicer than any shoes I'd ever owned--or had been, in their original state. And they were only £30. Unfortunately, they weren't in office-ready condition, but I bought them anyway, hoping I could find a way to restore them.
So here I am, asking the experts for help. Some pictures:
What do you think of the condition? Structurally, they seem very sound. The soles are intact; there's no peeling or cracking or gouging or anything like that. Nothing's falling off the shoes. They're surprisingly comfortable for what I'm assuming is a bespoke product. The problem (obviously) is the leather uppers, which are splotchy and discolored and a little creased. Unless I'm missing other problems, in which case, let me know.
If you think they can be salvaged, I'd appreciate any suggestions you might have regarding how to go about it. What can/should I do myself? What should I leave to the professionals? And which professionals should I leave it to? (I live in New York.)
I don't need them to be perfect. Presentable is fine. Is that possible?
Thanks in advance,
Andrew
While attending a college friend's wedding in the lovely city of York, England, I stumbled upon a pair of John Lobbs in a local thrift shop. They were my size. They were my style. I knew that they were far nicer than any shoes I'd ever owned--or had been, in their original state. And they were only £30. Unfortunately, they weren't in office-ready condition, but I bought them anyway, hoping I could find a way to restore them.
So here I am, asking the experts for help. Some pictures:
What do you think of the condition? Structurally, they seem very sound. The soles are intact; there's no peeling or cracking or gouging or anything like that. Nothing's falling off the shoes. They're surprisingly comfortable for what I'm assuming is a bespoke product. The problem (obviously) is the leather uppers, which are splotchy and discolored and a little creased. Unless I'm missing other problems, in which case, let me know.
If you think they can be salvaged, I'd appreciate any suggestions you might have regarding how to go about it. What can/should I do myself? What should I leave to the professionals? And which professionals should I leave it to? (I live in New York.)
I don't need them to be perfect. Presentable is fine. Is that possible?
Thanks in advance,
Andrew
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