Balmoral Boot Porn - Page 44

Originally Posted by dsmivtr 

These were samples. I think David is hoping to do a run sometime in the future though.

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

awesome. will keep an eye out. must have shell ball boot

Originally Posted by Manton 

EG Shannon, 82 last. I don't think I have ever been quite so besotted with a pair of RTW (or, really, MTO) shoes as I am with these. Sorry for the half-assed shine. What can I say; I'm no sysdoc. Any shoe geek who does not have a pair of these (ahem, ap, jc, rh) is a disgrace to shoe geekdom.

Originally Posted by zjpj83 

I'm not a boot person, but my faves are definitely the Lobb Brooklands, as pictured above, and these -

Originally Posted by Sator 

Here are some pictures of my pair of Shannons. I chose Midnight Navy for the uppers as a substitute for the traditional grey colour such as in this example from JL St James:
All along I had planned to polish the uppers with a coat of black shoe polish to make them look even more greyish. Before (photo by Leather Soul Hawaii):
After:

The contrast looks even more subtle in natural light (I have used flash) and when the uppers are better concealed underneath trouser hems. They are made on the 202 last in D width. I strongly recommend that anyone planning to order a pair stick with the hooks rather than eyelets as it makes it immeasurably easier to put on and take off the boots.

Originally Posted by T4phage 

Wow, quite a few Bals.


Here is my Shannon2 which I got a few months ago, in dark oak and mink suede:




And here is the boot that I am using the most cause they go with jeans and khakis:

Originally Posted by jjl5000 

Shannon II have arrived...







I thought the calf uppers would have been much lighter and now I'm not sure the coffee suede is the best match.

Originally Posted by aportnoy 

Some recent St. Crispin's boot damage...

Originally Posted by synthi 











Shannons in Midnight blue antique on the 82 last. Custom requests were blind eyelets all the way, a plain cap toe with no brogueing, single leather sole + toe taps.


The true colour is as hard to describe as it is to capture; depending on the ambient light they can appear anything from black to slate grey to an indigo denim like blue. Alas, in London it's another dull rainy day which didn't help the photo session.


*edit* Marks for those who can spot the 'swan' flying across the right shoe + apologies for flagrantly disregarding the old proverb 'blue and green should never be seen'

Originally Posted by jjl5000 





Thanks for the kind words John...


I took the original photos in haste. It was late evening when I got around to opening the parcel. Poor artificial lighting & a less than ideal camera phone have not helped. I have since taken some better photos that are far more representative and I think help to portray the boots in a better light.


Seeing the boots in daylight has quashed my concerns. I am entirely happy them as is, although I would still like another pair.

Originally Posted by synthi 

2nd pair of shannons going on from the midnight blue antique as featured on page 13. I was so enamoured with T4phage's pair on page 4 that, with his permission, I decided to use those for inspiration.


Dark oak / mink suede on 82 last, single leather sole, blind eyelets and featuring the southwold 'short wing' cap. They promised a three month turnaround and it was bang on 3 months.

Originally Posted by Manton 

Shannon II, Edwardian Antique, 606:

Originally Posted by culverwood 

C&J Avebury II (probably) bought from Foster and Sons.

Originally Posted by Gherkins 

Just arrived today!

If the nice folks at EG ever decide to create a Gherkins model, this shoe would get my vote!


Shannon V with Beaulieu toecap, 82 last, Edwardian.






And because I am absolutely stunned by this shoe, let me add my tribute to the shoe fairy:

Originally Posted by potter AB 

Hello everyone, Here is the Avebury by C&J, size 9, width F which I acquired this week
I found out, however that size 9 in this width is equally long as 9.5 in size E That is why they fit so well





regards, dirk

Originally Posted by Gherkins 

Winter can come:


EG Shannon with Malvern toe cap, Dark Oak, 82

Originally Posted by Michael Ay329 

Gaziano & Girling MTO Wigmore on the TG73 smart square last with steel eyelets and bevelled DOUBLE LEATHER SOLE in Vintage Rioja heavily antiqued/burnished.

Originally Posted by jjl5000 

Congrats Michael! The colour is beautiful.


As you've justifiably revived this wonderful thread, I'll just add this pic to the many other handsome examples:

Originally Posted by bmulford 

I'll be buying a pair of these from Ron when they're available:

Originally Posted by Michael Ay329 

My second entry G&G Canterbury balmoral boot


The request for brogueing along the balmoral line got lost in the numerous changes I made to my order...but I still like the boot...Manton's original picture post at the beginning of this thread was the inspiration





G&G 3 piece boot tree

Originally Posted by tomrakewell 

... wonder what you think of these Grenson Masterpieces for Paul Stuart:

Originally Posted by Slewfoot 

Here are some photos of the dark brown/suede Grenson for Paul Stuart. I've since put on a touch more of an antique finish around the toes. Not exactly Shannons, but definitely fun.


Best,

David

Originally Posted by Will 

Oxblood cordovan G&G boots for A Suitable Wardrobe. The shape is spectacular.

Originally Posted by Pengranger 

Originally Posted by Harrydog 

C&J for Foster & Son


They call it the Montrose.

Originally Posted by Tangfastic 

Here are my Grensons:



What I really want though is some advice on the church's to follow in my next post...

Originally Posted by Gherkins 

Yawn. Yet another boring black shoe. Shannon, 82.

Originally Posted by Salsalocust 

Crockett & Jones "Higham" Beechnut (360 last)


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Regards,


Graham

Originally Posted by ajv 

I've seen this picture on depiedencap, i really like the colour of those EG shannon MTO's.


What's your take ?

Originally Posted by aportnoy 

EG MTO Shannon II Edwardian w/ Southwald toe Cap 82 Last









EG MTO Shannon Coffee Suede 82 Last

Originally Posted by Wes Bourne 

Shameless self-promo:

Originally Posted by patrickBOOTH 

I never posted these on here because anything black doesn't get much love on SF, but I figured WTF? Could be a nice followup to Wes's beautiful Grensons.


These are my MTO Rider Balmoral Boots I got from Ron at his trunk show at Leffot last fall hence Steven's beautiful photos. They are black shell cordovan:

Originally Posted by shoefan 











Made by yours truly.

Originally Posted by Wes Bourne 

From Permanent Style: Simon Crompton's beautiful, albeit ill-fitting, suede Rivolta boots:

Originally Posted by Salsalocust 

Crockett & Jones in Tan Wax Calf (365 last)

Originally Posted by emptym 

^^ Thanks JayJay. Here they are on the feet:
and on the bike:
I've worn them several times, including a couple times for half hour rides in the rain. They're very comfortable and very supportive. Great for walking and on the bike. Lots of neat little details like the loop in the back. Makes it easy to get on but doesn't get caught on even a pretty narrow pant leg. Thanks again to Chay and the others at AS!

Originally Posted by SpooPoker 

Originally Posted by Nick A 

Originally Posted by PiedBeau 

Some MTO Shannon I grabbed a few months back. Burgundy and Burnt Pine.

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

Grenson Masterpiece for Paul Stuart. Similar to the one posted above

Originally Posted by mr monty 

Mantellassi

Originally Posted by A.J.V 

Just got my new Alfred Sargents on friday...

Originally Posted by Geoff Gander 

My Grenson balmorals just came in. At long last, I can post in this thread. God, I love them already....



Comfy enough with athletic socks - dress socks should be a breeze. Just love the fit.


That does it. I'm saving up for another pair.

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

a few pics of Grenson Masterpiece for Paul Stuart

Originally Posted by ktmduke 

Found these looking around the net......
EDWARD GREEN FOR HARDY AMIES

Available for purchase here

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

Gaziano & Girling Wigmore size UK11F

Originally Posted by WhyAlwaysMe 

What do you guys think of these? 
Septième Largeur (€300)




Markowski (€250)



Does anyone has these? I know one of the forum members has the Markowski's, but I can't remember who...

WhyAlwaysMe

Originally Posted by dandie 


and now in my house, in a box under the tree

Originally Posted by WhyAlwaysMe 

These arrived with the mail today:




WhyAlwaysMe

Originally Posted by claes500 

Cross-post from the GG thread:

Originally Posted by gccg 

Grenson Balmoral Boots

Originally Posted by RifleQuality 

Thought since I finally joined up that I'd post the boots that Ron Rider via Leffot made up for my wedding last year.  Herringbone tweed uppers.  

Originally Posted by dsmivtr 

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DC Lewis Horween #8 Shell Cordovan

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

Grenson Masterpiece Balmoral Boot

Originally Posted by dsmivtr 

Sad I missed out on buying this... Awesome!

Originally Posted by tomrakewell 

I've got them in brown and they are lovely :-)

Originally Posted by dsmivtr 

Sad I missed out on buying this... Awesome!

Originally Posted by dsmivtr 

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DC Lewis Horween #8 Shell Cordovan

Originally Posted by fritzl 

the shape has an orthopedic retro vibe, imo. can we have an better angle? would be great.
the shell is nice.

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

what size did you buy and how do you like the fit. i feel like they are really elongated

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

Grenson Masterpiece Balmoral Boot