Antonio Meccariello Shoes

[ViaSartoria]

Those are so good. Totally agree on the comfort!

I walked in them through the city a few days ago to prep them for this trip. Next to no break in at all. Definitely considering another pair, maybe in navy suede…

 

[Adhazem]

I feel like the toe box due to my wide feet looks a lot like YF’s shoes. Very cleverly like. But just waiting on the shoe trees. This was done in less than 10 weeks for my MTM. Pretty fast…!

Which tree did you end up getting? He told me the aurum/bespoke tree would be a pretty $250 I think and recommended a general lasted tree.

 

[Adhazem]

Since we like it ‘dark’ around here …

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My goodness that is a fine pair of shoes!

 

[bernoulli]

Same here. The three-piece was on because the bike ride is 10-15 minutes. I stretch it a little (a lot) because it is nice to be outdoors, but I am in no danger of overheating. If I had to cycle for 20+ minutes each way, I would be wearing @Jmr928's shorts (but no drivers).

Yeah no way I'm bike riding in that kind of temperature with a three piece suit on. After 20 minutes, I'd look like I would have been through a car wash from the sweat.

 

[yshin10]

Which tree did you end up getting? He told me the aurum/bespoke tree would be a pretty $250 I think and recommended a general lasted tree.

I did not get the aurum trees the 100 euros lasted shoe tree is what I got! 250 for shoe tree is a little too much for me. Mtm was pushing it for me anyways.

 

[Adhazem]

I did not get the aurum trees the 100 euros lasted shoe tree is what I got! 250 for shoe tree is a little too much for me. Mtm was pushing it for me anyways.

Same here. Haha

 

[yshin10]

Same here. Haha

What did you end up ordering?

 

[Adhazem]

What did you end up ordering?

Oh I meant me too about €250 being a hit much.

I need to get off my a*s and get him my measurements. Which means I need my wife to help. Which means I need to tell her I’m getting another pair. Which means….you get it.

So just dragging my feet till the weather forecast is favorable….☁☁☁

 

[Adhazem]

What did you end up ordering?

Having said that I’d like to get a Principes II in kudu/calf with a modification to a Hastatus throat in light lontra.

 

[Johnny80]

Having said that I’d like to get a Principes II in kudu/calf with a modification to a Hastatus throat in light lontra.

Very nice. I had them for weeks. Be prepared to wait but i guess you already know that

 

[Rusty1960]

Love my Principes II in kudu/calf. The lasted shoe trees fit perfectly for my 11.5F UK. Removing the trees can be a project. Any removal tips? Thanks

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Love my Principes II in kudu/calf. The lasted shoe trees fit perfectly for my 11.5F UK. Removing the trees can be a project. Any removal tips? Thanks

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[ajay199127]

First let’s agree that this is a great problem to have. Yes the MTM is another €300 plus the last cost which varies I guess. I know Aurum sounds delicious, but I personally would go with the 2 MTM argentum. You won’t get a truly lasted tree, more of a generic last one but I think it’s worth the savings. The Aurum style tree is like €350.

I’ve worked with Graziat on MTM. They make their shoes at the Xibao factory I believe. Wilbur was terrific to work with. He sent me 3…that’s THREE trial pairs and made those beauties:

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I did a modified last with Enzo Bonafè through Mehra. It was small modifications free of charge for this Adelaide.

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I’ve worked with Caio Torres, a bespoke maker out of Brazil on this pair. It’s about ready but hasn’t shipped yet:

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BW is making me a modified last/MTM boot. I can recommend all the above makers for your money when considering MTM.

Now for the $2 grand, I wonder about the point of diminishing returns by going to Aurum unless you get some superior fit/material that aren’t available for the Argentum MTM. Even Antonio recommended the Argentum MTM for me. I’ll admit the Aurum prospect is alluring, but maybe our more experienced friends here can chime in on why it’s so special. I also understand that it’ll take considerably longer. Antonio alluded to 40-50 months wait.

Any luck with the Caio pair? Would you be kind to share your thoughts on his construction? The welt looks incredibly clean and the waist disappears while thinning out. I usually see that happening only when it is a blake with faux welt (like the EB with Japanese waist) or when it's a 180 HW with blake waist.

 

[Adhazem]

Any luck with the Caio pair? Would you be kind to share your thoughts on his construction? The welt looks incredibly clean and the waist disappears while thinning out. I usually see that happening only when it is a blake with faux welt (like the EB with Japanese waist) or when it's a 180 HW with blake waist.

They are in a DHL box. ETA is Friday. I will report back. I’m excited and cautiously optimistic. Always doubts when ordering first pair from a maker after spending the money and waiting for months. Hahaha.

 

[ajay199127]

They are in a DHL box. ETA is Friday. I will report back. I’m excited and cautiously optimistic. Always doubts when ordering first pair from a maker after spending the money and waiting for months. Hahaha.

Is it an MTM with his fancy horse shoe heel?