Comparing C&J 330 and 318 lasts

[dr.no]

C&J afficianados: Can anyone with experience with both these lasts offer a comparison. The 330 fits my feet nicely and I'm considering a shoe with the 318. Will they be close in fit (assuming size is correct on both)?

 

[Roger]

The C&J 330 last has a typical round-toe form, whereas the 318, although still technically a round-toe, I guess, is a little more elongated, with a slightly chiseled toe. It is a little slimmer through the toe area back of the very front of the shoe. To my eye, the 318 produces a fairly sleek-looking shoe--much more so than the 330. I have both and in the same size (9 UK), and both fit me well. The 330 might be a little more forgiving. You should really try both to be sure.