Meermin. Carmina 2nd brand? - Page 34

Unfortunately I didn't pay attention to their belts, but I'm planning a visit to the store soon to check out the dissected models they have and see if they use gemming or a carved feather (I'm quite sure their classic line uses gemming, but not so sure about Linea Maestro). I could have a look at their belts, too.

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Originally Posted by kev777 



Ordered some of these just to see what all the fuss is about !! Will post pics and update as soon as they arrive hopefully this week ive been advised. Have to say the folks at Meermin were a delight to deal with... rapid responses to emails and very very helpful.

 </ These look quite similar to the new Loake Cannon in the 1818 line. Any thoughts as to how they compare, as I was planning to order a pair.

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Originally Posted by JPHardy 

Suede Meermin Monks.
Sizing: 12UK in all C&J, AS, EG, Carmina. 12UK in Meermin.
Last: Ama.
Line: Classic
Quality pretty good suede.
Value: Quality+ style = Great.
Service :Pepe is fantastic
Shipping:Correos (Spanish Postal Service) , about 10 days to NY.
Will buy again= Yes, maestro MTO next.

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Originally Posted by blahgspot 

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Originally Posted by renn 





How about these?

I think there must be a Chinese sole manufacturer with that name. Meermin shoes ARE MADE IN MALLORCA, SPAIN. The soles that you are showing are generic rubber sole designs with a brand imprint on them that has nothing in common other than the name with Meermin (Spain). Note that on the Meermin tumblr site the soles shown, even the identical generic style to the ones in the Chinese pics, are completely different and have different branding.

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Originally Posted by renn 

These are made in China

As you can see, "Meermin rubber top"

Pic was found on an C2C site.

But I have no idea if they are just samples or final product.

 

photo from official website. 

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Originally Posted by The Upright Man 

Can anyone comment on the sizing of the Hiro last in comparison to the Loake capital last?

I am also interested to know, as the double monks above are in that last. Can anyone tell me the appropriate size if I wear a US size 10D in Allen Edmonds?  Can anyone confirm the total cost, including shipping and less VAT for the Classic line ( such as this double monk)  to the United States?  Is there also any additional import duties to the US?  I am new to ordering from overseas.

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Originally Posted by Wes Bourne 


Meermin double monks are €162.12 shipped to N.A. via UPS (€127.12 VAT free + €35 shipping).
If your are a US10D, you will need a UK9F in the Loake Capital last. Length should be perfect, although I feel the width falls somewhere between a US D and E width based on a previous experience with another shoe made on the Capital last.

Thanks for this information - I was actually trying to ascertain the correct size for the Meermin monk on the Hiro last.  Any knowledge on this?

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Originally Posted by kev777 


I have absolutely no idea, im guessing they are better as someone has already mentioned. I was just in the market for a pair and thought what the heck give it a go. At these prices ?? que sera!! JUst thought i'd give it a whirl and see what the fuss is all about. My Carminas are wonderful and my logic is its the same people .............. lets see. Delivery expected soon so i'll report back as and when.

Please do, I want to purchase a pair and your response will sway me either way.

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Originally Posted by renn 

 

 

photo from official website. 

Could it be that Meermin supplies soles to other manufacturers?

Anyways, if they're made in China I couldn't care less. I don't see how a Chinese factory would be different from a Spanish one...