Carmina Shoes - Definitive Thread (reviews, advice, sizing, etc...) - official thread.

[trevorplease]

Have a few questions.

What does a “repair” entail? If the leather is torn how can it possibly be repaired?

Is saddle cordovan darker or lighter than their natural? Is there another name horween uses for saddle?

 

[bennanza]

I'd say a hard no on Invulner on shell since one of the staple ways to clean it is to moisten it and then brush...

i would actually only put it on suede but was just surprised by the recommendation list

 

[zag73]

Anybody have any boots or shoes in kudu? If so, any chance of posting pics?

 

[Trakl]

@Carmina Is it possible to do a norwegian split toe on Detroit EEE last? If yes, do you have any pictures you can post?

 

[Vocans]

They are already giving the codes out? I guess they are waiting to give us final guys codes until they see what the first 10 order.

Yup, personalized codes went out (I assume to the first 10) yesterday morning.

 

[gianm]

Nothing adventurous compared to most, but got my MTO. Brown boxcalf Adelaides on the Simpson last. Took a gamble with sizing and it worked out ok. Could have gone down half a size for a more snug fit, but it's fine as is.

 

[budapest12]

Anybody have any pictures of a Robert or Inca last jumper? Just curious, can't seem to turn any up.

 

[Carmina]

@Carmina Is it possible to do a norwegian split toe on Detroit EEE last? If yes, do you have any pictures you can post?

Of course, you can have any norwegian derby in a Detroit last as a custom made order. We do not have any samples in Detroit at the moment since we are having renovations in the factory and a great number of samples are currently stored.

Do let us know the models you are interested in and we will confirm with our artisans.

 

[EUtroll]

Of course, you can have any norwegian derby in a Detroit last as a custom made order. We do not have any samples in Detroit at the moment since we are having renovations in the factory and a great number of samples are currently stored.

Do let us know the models you are interested in and we will confirm with our artisans.

@Carmina, on the same theme, would it be possible to have a pair of wingtips made on the Detroit last? I couldn't find the option on the website.

 

[chocol8max]

Colour 4 Horween Cordovan GMTO,

These are the wait-listed users, we have requested for more colour 4 cordovan and will get an answer from the Horween team towards the end of the week. Please let us know if you are still interested.

Yes, I'm still interested. Thanks!

 

[Carmina]

@Carmina, on the same theme, would it be possible to have a pair of wingtips made on the Detroit last? I couldn't find the option on the website.

It would depend on the models you are interested in, please let us know the model number and we can check for you.

 

[EUtroll]

It would depend on the models you are interested in, please let us know the model number and we can check for you.

Many thanks! I'd be interested in something similar to the 922 or 80254. Are any of these possible?

 

[Betelgeuse]

Nothing adventurous compared to most, but got my MTO. Brown boxcalf Adelaides on the Simpson last. Took a gamble with sizing and it worked out ok. Could have gone down half a size for a more snug fit, but it's fine as is.

Gorgeous Adelaides, gorgeous. Enjoy them mate!

 

[circumspice]

Nothing adventurous compared to most, but got my MTO. Brown boxcalf Adelaides on the Simpson last. Took a gamble with sizing and it worked out ok. Could have gone down half a size for a more snug fit, but it's fine as is.

A lot of folks would be better served by being less adventurous. These dark, dark brown Adelaides are eminently sensible for a suit heavy wardrobe.

 

[bootyboy]

Colour 4 Horween Cordovan GMTO,

We have finally studied the stock we have received for Horween's colour 4 cordovan. We must apologise for the delay, but we are preparing something great for Carmina.

The shells we have received would be enough to make 10 pairs, however if some of you select shoes rather than boots we might be able to extend the leather to 14 pairs.

1. @Vocans
2. @flylikeneagle
3. @CrashBurner
4. @budapest12
5. @jamesnyc
6. @stook1
7. @up1911fan
8. @ThinkDerm
9. @bootyboy
10. @huskiee
11. @Mr Clemson
12. @danadd94
13. @p1yhRZks
14. @Blastwice

These are the wait-listed users, we have requested for more colour 4 cordovan and will get an answer from the Horween team towards the end of the week. Please let us know if you are still interested.

@serbarristan
@Perfectcircles
@oskrusa
@dfgiop
@Charllesun
@montanasnipper
@rgweiser53
@moondog-sparky
@Thilgela
@mugenlove
@goalaso
@chocol8max
@etl
@AlucardX
@Shawnc
@lcdx22
@Churchill W
@George Red
@Gertoshav

Given the small amount of colour 4 available, we only had the option of offering the GMTO in list order and could not make any exceptions.

I have placed my order today.