The Ultimate Vass (Footwear) Thread (Pictures, reviews, sizing, etc...)

[Knowledge is King]

Have any of the Vass owners out there ever put sunken Vibram tips on the toes rather than a sunken metal toe tap?

 

[kolecho]

Originally Posted by Knowledge is King

Have any of the Vass owners out there ever put sunken Vibram tips on the toes rather than a sunken metal toe tap?

No, but I have put some Topy to fill the gap left by worn out sunken toe tips on some EGs.

 

[fritzl]

Originally Posted by Knowledge is King

Have any of the Vass owners out there ever put sunken Vibram tips on the toes rather than a sunken metal toe tap?

not on a vass, due i have none. it's nice. will not do it again. generally, i'm not overly convinced by the sunken tips concept, neither metal, rubber or teflon. i admit, it's easy with a fifty rotation and a cobbler around the corner.

 

[Pliny]

Originally Posted by Knowledge is King

Have any of the Vass owners out there ever put sunken Vibram tips on the toes rather than a sunken metal toe tap?
I have specified sunken rubber tips from Vass. Don't know whether it's vibram. I did it because I thought it would be easier to stick a topy on later if needed. So far they've held up well. Metal is better of course.

 

[fritzl]

Originally Posted by Pliny

I have specified sunken rubber tips from Vass. Don't know whether it's vibram. I did it because I thought it would be easier to stick a topy on later if needed. So far they've held up well.

straight tips are equal in the handling. imo, boulevard plates require a skilfull craftsman

Originally Posted by Pliny

Metal lasts better of course.

different

 

[Concordia]

Update on Vass for those considering fit-- they will make Oxfords on the 3636 last. The result is more or less like the Peter last pics on their website. A bit wider, obviously, but the same DNA.

I have a high instep that usually requires a bit of adjustment in English RTW shoes-- the Vass model fits me perfectly in that area.

 

[fritzl]

Originally Posted by Concordia

I have a high instep that usually requires a bit of adjustment in English RTW shoes-- the Vass model fits me perfectly in that area.

it's not a secret that a high instep and oxfords can be tricky...

 

[P. Bateman]

Returning them since I ordered cordovan, but pretty none the less.

 

[zenga]



Have any of the Vass owners out there ever put sunken Vibram tips on the toes rather than a sunken metal toe tap?

Yes, and I am very happy with it.

 

[Pliny]



Yes, and I am very happy with it.

the Vibram doesn't scratch floors, but not sure any other advantage

 

[brax]



the Vibram doesn't scratch floors, but not sure any other advantage

My understanding is that Vass will not put a metal toe tap on single soled shoes.

 

[Pliny]



My understanding is that Vass will not put a metal toe tap on single soled shoes.

surprising.
Noticed not many recent pics - has the love affair with Vass soured?

 

[LS7]



surprising.
Noticed not many recent pics - has the love affair with Vass soured?

Probably just a timing issue - plus people getting used to the new forum layout. There should be a batch arriving sometime soon.

I'm eagerly awaiting an Austerity brogue plus the Old English II in a brown calf/scotchgrain combination.

 

[Pliny]



Probably just a timing issue - plus people getting used to the new forum layout. There should be a batch arriving sometime soon.

I'm eagerly awaiting an Austerity brogue plus the Old English II in a brown calf/scotchgrain combination.

excellent

 

[jesask]



Probably just a timing issue - plus people getting used to the new forum layout. There should be a batch arriving sometime soon.

I'm eagerly awaiting an Austerity brogue plus the Old English II in a brown calf/scotchgrain combination.

I have a pair coming as well. They can't get here soon enough.