** Quintessential Crockett & Jones Thread ** (reviews, quality, etc...)

[Keyser_Söze]

So I took a chance on an e-thrift.

I don't usually buy used shoes, but this one looked like it had minimal wear. Also, it came with the shoe trees. This is for personal use, so will take it to a cobbler to get cleaned up, topy'd, disinfected, etc...

$68 all in:

Please for the love of god get some new laces too.

 

[Denar78]

So I took a chance on an e-thrift.

I don't usually buy used shoes, but this one looked like it had minimal wear. Also, it came with the shoe trees. This is for personal use, so will take it to a cobbler to get cleaned up, topy'd, disinfected, etc...

$68 all in:

consider also some new laces, these ones look like they belong on a pair of sneakers 😅

 

[Style989]

Leather pull tabs.

I have come to really appreciate them after wearing my Snowdons a lot lately. So much so that I am inclined to spec them on all future MTOs.

Three reasons: 1) they’re always there when you need them whereas the fabric ones often fold into the shaft and need to be pulled out, 2) they are easier to get a hold of, because the loop is larger and more accessible, and 3) they look better.

Agree disagree?

100%
the fabric ones are floppy, go all over the place and indeed visually are quite ugly

 

[othertravel]

Please for the love of god get some new laces too.

Ha! - and yes, new laces!

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

Leather pull tabs.

I have come to really appreciate them after wearing my Snowdons a lot lately. So much so that I am inclined to spec them on all future MTOs.

Three reasons: 1) they’re always there when you need them whereas the fabric ones often fold into the shaft and need to be pulled out, 2) they are easier to get a hold of, because the loop is larger and more accessible, and 3) they look better.

Agree disagree?

I totally agree.You couldnt be more correct. Bang on

 

[Denar78]

Do we even need pull tabs? 🫣

they just get stuck in your pants

 

[jischwar]

Do we even need pull tabs? 🫣

they just get stuck in your pants

Nope, just use a shoe horn

 

[JFWR]

Nope, just use a shoe horn

I always find shoe horns kind of a pain in the neck on boots. The pull tabs usually are helpful.

 

[jischwar]

I always find shoe horns kind of a pain in the neck on boots. The pull tabs usually are helpful.

I have a long metal one that's fantastic

 

[lagsun]

For lace up boots I tend to ignore the pull tabs. They seem to be a must for Chelseas

 

[Fenners81]

Any views on whether Pembrokes can work with a suit? I'm not a big fan of dress/city shoes so looking for something else. I have a few pairs of Tricker's Bourtons but I feel like they're too rugged and chunky so thought pembroke might be a decent middle ground. I have wide feet so the fact they're available in G fitting is another bonus.

 

[Aurdelon]

Leather pull tabs.

I have come to really appreciate them after wearing my Snowdons a lot lately. So much so that I am inclined to spec them on all future MTOs.

Three reasons: 1) they’re always there when you need them whereas the fabric ones often fold into the shaft and need to be pulled out, 2) they are easier to get a hold of, because the loop is larger and more accessible, and 3) they look better.

Agree disagree?

Agree on all points

 

[Menninki]

Any views on whether Pembrokes can work with a suit? I'm not a big fan of dress/city shoes so looking for something else. I have a few pairs of Tricker's Bourtons but I feel like they're too rugged and chunky so thought pembroke might be a decent middle ground. I have wide feet so the fact they're available in G fitting is another bonus.

I think Pembrokes go with anything! But I do see your point. They are not most formal - however, I find that they magically blend with anything. Why not give it a try? I am quite sure it will not be a mistake and you will find use for a pair even if you later decide not to pair them with a suite.

 

[Mr_Spud]

I think Pembrokes go with anything! But I do see your point. They are not most formal - however, I find that they magically blend with anything. Why not give it a try? I am quite sure it will not be a mistake and you will find use for a pair even if you later decide not to pair them with a suite.

Your suit, your shoes. Who gives a damn what you can or cannot wear with it.

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

Molton in black from Bodiley's, my left foot is quite dumb.