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

[flylikeneagle]

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[flylikeneagle]

I attach a couple of pictures for your reference, from left to right 80179, 80184 and 80711.
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Thank you! The 10 eyelet 80711 actually looks shorter than the 8 eyelet 80184. Is this due to camera angle/vantage point or is it actually shorter? Both look fantastic. What's the color and last on the 80184?

 

[Vocans]

@Carmina

I seem to recall you were checking a while back about whether color 4 shell cordovan may be available for a gmto. Did anything else come of that out of curiosity?

 

[stook1]

I'm wearing my Alden shell boots right now, and while Alden certainly makes great shoes, I'm not a fan of the heavy shine finish they put on their shell. I think of shell as a casual material and I think a duller finish like Carmina does suits it better.

That can be solved! I had some issues with alden's acrylic finish and stripped it over the weekend. It was easier than expected.

Coincidentally, I am wearing that pair today for the first time. They don't seem to be any worse for the wear just without the Alden finish. I likely would not have done this if not for the issue with my pair but it's certainly doable if you are motivated.

 

[bamgrinus]

That can be solved! I had some issues with alden's acrylic finish and stripped it over the weekend. It was easier than expected.

Coincidentally, I am wearing that pair today for the first time. They don't seem to be any worse for the wear just without the Alden finish. I likely would not have done this if not for the issue with my pair but it's certainly doable if you are motivated.

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How'd you do it? Renomat or something?

 

[stook1]

How'd you do it? Renomat or something?

No, apparently renomat is both harsher and less effective than the ideal method, which is rubbing alcohol. Cordovan is so durable that I dont think there's a whole lot to worry about. I've never really liked the Alden finish either and my pair became sort of cloudy in some areas and I had some flaking along the back ankle. I think some people will selectively strip certain spots but I stripped mine completely then conditioned and brushed. They could stand to be brushed a lot more still...

 

[bamgrinus]

No, apparently renomat is both harsher and less effective than the ideal method, which is rubbing alcohol. Cordovan is so durable that I dont think there's a whole lot to worry about. I've never really liked the Alden finish either and my pair became sort of cloudy in some areas and I had some flaking along the back ankle. I think some people will selectively strip certain spots but I stripped mine completely then conditioned and brushed. They could stand to be brushed a lot more still...

Hmmm, I might do a test run on my AE shell first, heh.

 

[stook1]

Hmmm, I might do a test run on my AE shell first, heh.

I've never tried this on AE and dont anticipate needing to since they arent really coated the same way. You know, it's funny, i was debating a test myself but just went with it. Maybe try a corner of the tongue on your aldens if you want to see how it works/looks.

 

[huskiee]

I would absolutely be interested in Dublin. Anyone else?

Yup I would be in for Dublin

 

[up1911fan]

I'd most likely be down for Dublin as well.

 

[flylikeneagle]

@Carmina Hi, I would like to know the exact details for the first boot on the left so that I can order it in this GMTO. I would also like to know what is difference between kid and calf leather for the lining.
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@Carmina I too would like to know the model numbers for first and third boots from the left. I can't seem to find a 9 eyelet Jumper boot on the Carmina website. Sorry if you've already responded to Darkkp and I missed it.

 

[Darkkp]

@Carmina I too would like to know the model numbers for first and third boots from the left. I can't seem to find a 9 eyelet Jumper boot on the Carmina website. Sorry if you've already responded to Darkkp and I missed it.

It is the 80459. You can't choose it as one of the styles on their customisation page so you need to add the style number as a note after customising another style.

 

[Carmina]

Thank you! The 10 eyelet 80711 actually looks shorter than the 8 eyelet 80184. Is this due to camera angle/vantage point or is it actually shorter? Both look fantastic. What's the color and last on the 80184?

They are more or less the same height. Model 80184 was manufactured in the oscar last and an old shade of Horween Cordovan saddle.

@Carmina

I seem to recall you were checking a while back about whether color 4 shell cordovan may be available for a gmto. Did anything else come of that out of curiosity?

We did not receive color 4 in the last shipment, some shells should be arriving soon although it may take an extra month. Since there will be a very limited amount, we might have to create some kind of system to inform anyone who is interested. I can send DM's or emails if it would be of any help.

@Carmina I too would like to know the model numbers for first and third boots from the left. I can't seem to find a 9 eyelet Jumper boot on the Carmina website. Sorry if you've already responded to Darkkp and I missed it.

Boot 1 - 80459 with requested modifications
Boot 2 - 80459 with requested modifications
Boot 3 - 80277 with requested modifications

Any modified patterns that do not match the original pattern would have a surcharge.

 

[FatTuesday]

Dublin is a pull-up leather and has phenomenal patina.
Neither photo is mine, but these give you an idea of why I think this would be awesome:
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Well that certainly looks familiar. Those are my beloved boots, back when new. They have lots of miles on them now but look no worse for the wear.

 

[Carmina]

Well that certainly looks familiar. Those are my beloved boots, back when new. They have lots of miles on them now but look no worse for the wear.

Out of curiosity, can we see how Dublin leather ages?