Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

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Evening gents.

I'm looking for someone who could devote some time to measure  pairs of 6 UK E or 6,5 UK E on any last available. (External and internal length and various widths across the sole). I do not want to make an enquiry with Nick just for the sake of asking for measurements (without intention to purchasing from him). From what I've read in this thread, G&G seems to have narrower lasts compared to that of their competitors. Correct me if I'm wrong here. You can either post measurements here or send to me in a PM. Thanks in advance.

so who do you intend to purchase them from? you can ask them?

 

[SuitedDx]

Anyone have a pair of Arrans with some wear? Contemplating a pair but I'm thinking that I would always go for my Wigmores over them if I had to choose: Speaking of Wigmores:

 

[JubeiSpiegel]

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Those look great, I will note that my Wigmore looks better for wear than the pair of Arrans I picked up. Partially due to the Arrans being slightly longer than needed, and the long vamp. I will note that the Arrans are very comfortable to move in, maybe due to the slightly unlined sides.

I also note that you too have a gap in your Wigmore lacing, as do I. Even when the lasted trees are applied, I notice the same gap.It would seem that they are not meant to fully close, is that how the style is suppose to look? Or should I ask for a slightly increased vamp on my next MTO?

 

[RogerP]

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The Wigmores are terrific. I'm looking forward to wearing mine more as the fall season progresses.

 

[styledamage]

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Those look great, I will note that my Wigmore looks better for wear than the pair of Arrans I picked up. Partially due to the Arrans being slightly longer than needed, and the long vamp. I will note that the Arrans are very comfortable to move in, maybe due to the slightly unlined sides.

I also note that you too have a gap in your Wigmore lacing, as do I. Even when the lasted trees are applied, I notice the same gap.It would seem that they are not meant to fully close, is that how the style is suppose to look? Or should I ask for a slightly increased vamp on my next MTO?

I prefer to have a slight gap; not too wide.

 

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DpprDr - those look fantastic. i love my suede arrans, super comfy and look great imo. wearing today as a matter of fact. what leather would you get?

 

[SuitedDx]



I prefer to have a slight gap; not too wide.

^ Those look great, I will note that my Wigmore looks better for wear than the pair of Arrans I picked up. Partially due to the Arrans being slightly longer than needed, and the long vamp. I will note that the Arrans are very comfortable to move in, maybe due to the slightly unlined sides. I also note that you too have a gap in your Wigmore lacing, as do I. Even when the lasted trees are applied, I notice the same gap.It would seem that they are not meant to fully close, is that how the style is suppose to look? Or should I ask for a slightly increased vamp on my next MTO?

I am relatively ambivalent about the lacing gaps and fine with the look... I have a few pairs where the gap is closer and I don't notice a difference fit-wise.

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The Wigmores are terrific. I'm looking forward to wearing mine more as the fall season progresses.

Do it!

DpprDr - those look fantastic. i love my suede arrans, super comfy and look great imo. wearing today as a matter of fact. what leather would you get?

Thinking of cherry or cognac calf. Interestingly, I prefer a full lining so this is one point I'm hessitant about. Another point I'm not too keen on is the stitching pattern towards the counter up the shaft. I know this is due to the unlined nature but I prefer a neater look (like the lines of the Wigmores). Maybe I should get another pair of Wigmores!

 

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I am relatively ambivalent about the lacing gaps and fine with the look... I have a few pairs where the gap is closer and I don't notice a difference fit-wise.
Do it!
Thinking of cherry or cognac calf. Interestingly, I prefer a full lining so this is one point I'm hessitant about. Another point I'm not too keen on is the stitching pattern towards the counter up the shaft. I know this is due to the unlined nature but I prefer a neater look (like the lines of the Wigmores).

Maybe I should get another pair of Wigmores!

I have these. I do not know how much experience you have with chukkas but I have both unlined and lined. I prefer those with unlined shaft as they are much more forgiving around you ankles.

I have these from GG, great chukkas

http://www.styleforum.net/t/236162/...on-shoo-Appreciation-theard/9240#post_6461895

 

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I am relatively ambivalent about the lacing gaps and fine with the look... I have a few pairs where the gap is closer and I don't notice a difference fit-wise.
Do it!
Thinking of cherry or cognac calf. Interestingly, I prefer a full lining so this is one point I'm hessitant about. Another point I'm not too keen on is the stitching pattern towards the counter up the shaft. I know this is due to the unlined nature but I prefer a neater look (like the lines of the Wigmores).
Maybe I should get another pair of Wigmores!

get both. duh.

 

[JubeiSpiegel]



get both. duh.

Your problem solving skills are commendable Stitchy, that was my solution as well...

 

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ZOMG TWINZ!!!

 

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Maybe I should get another pair of Wigmores!

A capital idea!

 

[gyasih]

Wingmores are special

 

[Itsuo]

Thanks, got my Gable in espresso...gotta wait 3 months tho.

Nice Spike!

Many thanks. It was applied to my St. James II in vintage rioja order (also 3 month wait) AND it lured me into ordering a pair of the Cambridge in vintage cherry. Here's to my first G&G order and hoping for a great fit!