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I recently got the CJ Cavendish in dark brown calf and made the mistake of trying on the EG Belgravia in dark oak calf afterwards.

Right now, I'm trying to rationalise returning the Cavendish and buying the 2x more expensive Belgravias, which seem to fit my foot like a glove (more so than the CJ where I have to use tongue pads).

Does someone have experience with either or both who can share their thoughts? The Belgravia look awesome, and (of course) the make of the shoe is on a whole diferent level.

I guess I'm not asking a question here but rather looking for some encouragement to take the plunge. :D
Anyone here who has the Belgravia consider them a good investment? I wear loafers more and more lately and the DOAK calf seems like a versatile option that goes with everything but smart dark suits (got the Chelseas for that purpose).
 

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I recently got the CJ Cavendish in dark brown calf and made the mistake of trying on the EG Belgravia in dark oak calf afterwards.

Right now, I'm trying to rationalise returning the Cavendish and buying the 2x more expensive Belgravias, which seem to fit my foot like a glove (more so than the CJ where I have to use tongue pads).

Does someone have experience with either or both who can share their thoughts? The Belgravia look awesome, and (of course) the make of the shoe is on a whole diferent level.

I guess I'm not asking a question here but rather looking for some encouragement to take the plunge. :D
Anyone here who has the Belgravia consider them a good investment? I wear loafers more and more lately and the DOAK calf seems like a versatile option that goes with everything but smart dark suits (got the Chelseas for that purpose).
I own both C&J Langham and EG Belgravia, the EG are a couple of steps above in make and style. They are also my best fitting loafers - I find the C&J looser on the heel and tighter on the toes.

If I had to own just one, it would be the EG no question at all.
 

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Is R2 thicker or just has a midsole? I thought it was the latter. At least that’s how it appears to me.

R1 vs R2
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I own both C&J Langham and EG Belgravia, the EG are a couple of steps above in make and style. They are also my best fitting loafers - I find the C&J looser on the heel and tighter on the toes.

If I had to own just one, it would be the EG no question at all.
Thank you. I think I'm more or less decided now, will pop to Jermyn St later this afternoon to seal the deal.

The price difference between the Cavendish and the Belgravia is indeed conspicuous but if this is to be an item worn and cared for over years/decades, I think it might be a smart investment, especially given the superior fit.
 

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I have recently also made the jump from Crockett and Jones to Edward Green and just received the DOAK Belgravias. Worth the financial hit. A beautiful, versatile shoe that will look better as time goes by if cared for, judging by Simon Crompton's pair. Now considering a black loafer.
 

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Thank you. I think I'm more or less decided now, will pop to Jermyn St later this afternoon to seal the deal.

The price difference between the Cavendish and the Belgravia is indeed conspicuous but if this is to be an item worn and cared for over years/decades, I think it might be a smart investment, especially given the superior fit.
Yes, fit is key. It's the number one thing that must be perfect when buying a shoe
 

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The Cavendish cannot hold its own against Belgravia / Picadilly. 100% spend more on the EGs you won't be disappointed. As I've mentioned many times, C&J makes just 'okay' shoes for the price. Overly long pointy lasts especially on their handgrade line and their benchgrade line is just ... they cheap out on a lot of areas, maybe not leather body but damn the leather soles are terrible and other parts are just meh.
 

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I recently got the CJ Cavendish in dark brown calf and made the mistake of trying on the EG Belgravia in dark oak calf afterwards.

Right now, I'm trying to rationalise returning the Cavendish and buying the 2x more expensive Belgravias, which seem to fit my foot like a glove (more so than the CJ where I have to use tongue pads).

Does someone have experience with either or both who can share their thoughts? The Belgravia look awesome, and (of course) the make of the shoe is on a whole diferent level.

I guess I'm not asking a question here but rather looking for some encouragement to take the plunge. :D
Anyone here who has the Belgravia consider them a good investment? I wear loafers more and more lately and the DOAK calf seems like a versatile option that goes with everything but smart dark suits (got the Chelseas for that purpose).
You’ve answered your own question:

“Belgravias, which seem to fit my foot like a glove (more so than the CJ where I have to use tongue pads).”
 

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I have recently also made the jump from Crockett and Jones to Edward Green and just received the DOAK Belgravias. Worth the financial hit. A beautiful, versatile shoe that will look better as time goes by if cared for, judging by Simon Crompton's pair. Now considering a black loafer.
Simon gets them for free ??but yes EG is an excellent shoemaker
 

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You’ve answered your own question:

“Belgravias, which seem to fit my foot like a glove (more so than the CJ where I have to use tongue pads).”
Thank you.

Indeed, I knew I could trust my helpful Styleforum colleagues to help me with my guilty conscience and endorse yet another big purchase. :D
 

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