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

[stephenaf2003]

Whomever said that plagiarized Robert Frost.

Either him or that guy Erol Ozan.

 

[Neville Southall]

here are some better pics (dusk - not ideal lighting), also a good shot of XIM compared to Sineu.

 

[Qayyum]

Inspired by @DL120, I just received these from Steve at Gentlemen’s Footwear. I’m always impressed by @Carmina, but damn. Apologies for the absolute **** pictures, but it’s raining hard outside and don’t want to risk these getting wet. Now, let me opine on the Sineu last. My thoughts:

1) The heel is immaculate. Cups the rear part of your foot firmly into place and, because it’s unlined, there’s absolutely no stiffness. Absolute perfection;

2) The arch curves in far more than the Rain, Forest or Oscar lasts. In effect, the waist tapers in substantially and there’s plenty of arch support.

3) I measured the length of the soles and the widest parts. Sineu is virtually identical to Forest, only one or two millimeters off. What does change, however, is that there’s less room in the toe box because Sineu tapers more acutely than Forest. Additionally, Sineu has a shorter toe box than Forest. If these were lined, they may not have fit.

Overall, I’m pleased with my purchase.
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well done. I ordered this pair too ... because of the beautiful DL120 photos. Looking forward to receiving them and trying this unlined shell.

 

[DL120]

well done. I ordered this pair too ... because of the beautiful DL120 photos. Looking forward to receiving them and trying this unlined shell.

So cool. Love being able to help ?

 

[Qayyum]

So cool. Love being able to help ?

luckily I have the will, otherwise I will also have to buy the Carmina double monk in blue shell. besides, they are in my basket?
continue your work, it is very beautiful to see. thank you.

 

[DL120]

luckily I have the will, otherwise I will also have to buy the Carmina double monk in blue shell. besides, they are in my basket?
continue your work, it is very beautiful to see. thank you.

Have to MTO it to get the vintage brass buckle! The black edge is ok, but the silver buckle is definitely not as complimentary as the vintage brass

 

[Qayyum]

Have to MTO it to get the vintage brass buckle! The black edge is ok, but the silver buckle is definitely not as complimentary as the vintage brass

good advice. I also wonder, if the Inca last is not too sharp?

 

[DL120]

good advice. I also wonder, if the Inca last is not too sharp?

I don’t think it is. It’s one of my favorite lasts from carmina. But obviously the fit and style choice is up to everyone to choose their own

 

[Qayyum]

I don’t think it is. It’s one of my favorite lasts from carmina. But obviously the fit and style choice is up to everyone to choose their own

I will try the Inca last on another double monk and then I will take the plunge

 

[Neville Southall]

well done. I ordered this pair too ... because of the beautiful DL120 photos. Looking forward to receiving them and trying this unlined shell.

Thanks! Indeed, @DL120’s pictured put me over the edge. Just glad they fit.

 

[DL120]

Carmina x America’s cobbler mash up ?. Had them resoled to a natural double JR with triumph toe plates.

 

[laufer]

Carmina x America’s cobbler mash up ?. Had them resoled to a natural double JR with triumph toe plates. View attachment 1422367 View attachment 1422368

Awesome, what is the medallion #?

 

[DL120]

Awesome, what is the medallion #?

Your guess is as good as mine ?. @Mr Clemson any idea?

 

[miamidoc]

Your guess is as good as mine ?. @Mr Clemson any idea?
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#15 I believe. I also have it on these.

 

[flylikeneagle]

Carmina x America’s cobbler mash up ?. Had them resoled to a natural double JR with triumph toe plates. View attachment 1422367 View attachment 1422368

I drool every time I see these boots on your IG account. Amaretto is probably my favorite shell color. I have a couple of pairs of Amaretto boots, and will get another if/when the color's available again.