Which pair of brown shoes -- double monks or derbies? - Page 2

If they don't, they should.

...double monks. That derby looks stupid. I don't know why this is a discussion.

Heel height should be relatively similar....G&G's may just be slightly higher however.....maybe.....price discrepancy is not due to leather, as they both use among the highest qualities.....more so brand strength.....Lobb has the strongest brand name in quality men's dress shoes as they are among the oldest companies and have been worn by royalty for a very long time......this affects your price and allows you to charge a higher mark up as people will pay no matter what for that brand recognition.....

at the top, the only things that separate the makers are: brand strength, attention to detail and finishing capabilities i.e. how good they can do a fiddleback sole, a bevelled waist or things of that nature.....leather qualities should all be comparable....

I just picked up those and love them (see EG appreciation thread).