Edward Green MTO - Question on Sizing Options and Prices

[AlexE]

I am considering purchasing at my next visit to London some Edward Green MTO shoes. I did a search of related postings but could not find anything specific about the shoe sizing options which are available with the EG MTO program. My understanding is that it is possible to select a model, an available last, length, width and material. However,

• Is it possible to make any additional adjustments to fit particularly narrow feet?
  
• Is it possible to account for size differences between left and right foot?
  
• How knowledgeable is the staff in the London store in finding the optimal length-width-last combination (this question is the reason for not making a direct inquiry with EG)

The knowledge of forum members, who have used the MTO program, would be much appreciated.

Also in case that somebody has this information on hand what is the approximate current price including VAT for a pair of EG MTO Oxfords (e.g. a Chelsea in standard calf)?

 

[cmacey]

Originally Posted by AlexE

I am considering purchasing at my next visit to London some Edward Green MTO shoes. I did a search of related postings but could not find anything specific about the shoe sizing options which are available with the EG MTO program. My understanding is that it is possible to select a model, an available last, length, width and material. However,

• Is it possible to make any additional adjustments to fit particularly narrow feet?
  
• Is it possible to account for size differences between left and right foot?
  
• How knowledgeable is the staff in the London store in finding the optimal length-width-last combination (this question is the reason for not making a direct inquiry with EG)

The knowledge of forum members, who have used the MTO program, would be much appreciated.

Also in case that somebody has this information on hand what is the approximate current price including VAT for a pair of EG MTO Oxfords (e.g. a Chelsea in standard calf)?

All your questions will be answered by contacting EG directly.

 

[NORE]

The current price for a standard chelsea is 700 pounds inclusive of VAT and trees.

 

[medtech_expat]

Originally Posted by NORE

The current price for a standard chelsea is 700 pounds inclusive of VAT and trees.

Are you sure this is the current pricing structure? Am corresponding with EG now on MTO for a Beaulieu and an Oundle. The MTO upcharge is 100 pounds, so adding the upcharge to your example should run 800 pounds inclusive of VAT and trees. Less VAT (@20%) should come to around 666 pounds, right?

I ask because I was quoted 780 pounds (with trees, less VAT, plus shipping). I can't make the math work.

 

[NORE]

Any shoe I want outside of 3 models is considered a MTO for them and the price I was quoted for a 'standard' shoe was that 700). Now, I would imagine if you wanted a one-off it may be more.

 

[medtech_expat]

Hmmmm.... the only reason those models are MTO is that they aren't stocked at Jermyn St. Unfortunately, these two models are among my EG favorites. Anyway, I sent Chris an email to clarify and will post his response.

 

[AlexE]

medtech_expat and NORE - thanks for the information on pricing.

Do you have any experience with EG's sizing options and especially regarding the expertise/helpfulness of the London store staff? Just wanna know in advance if I can trust that they will be able to help me find the best possible fit or if I should rather expect the "typical" salesman meaning I gotta do my homework thoroughly before going there?

 

[NORE]

I have emailed them re sizing on EG branded shoes and shoes made by them for others and they have been very helpful. I would suggest you give it a shot.