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

[Professor Χάος]

Hello Gentlemen,

At the risk of having an army of G&G enthusiasts jump down my throat, I'm going to post an unfavorable review. In terms of styling G&G are obviously beautiful shoes. I bought 2 pairs of TG73, the classic cherry St James II, and the other a Grant, in black. Both are fine looking shoes.

However, they are generally uncomfortable and took a month of regular wear to break in. The sizing was fine and the fit was appropriate, but they were just less comfortable to wear than JLs, EGs, or Norwegian-welted Sutors.

Then one day, I was taking off my Grants, and this happened:

Ok...this is only one shoe and is not necessarily representative of G&Gs construction quality, but it was the last straw. It was a relatively easy fix and I still wear my Grants regularly. They are quite durable otherwise, and still look great.

But there are plenty of other quality shoe-makers to choose from, so I suppose I won't be making any more G&G purchases in the future.

Best Regards,

 

[DorianGreen]

Hello Gentlemen,

At the risk of having an army of G&G enthusiasts jump down my throat, I'm going to post an unfavorable review. In terms of styling G&G are obviously beautiful shoes. I bought 2 pairs of TG73, the classic cherry St James II, and the other a Grant, in black. Both are fine looking shoes.

However, they are generally uncomfortable and took a month of regular wear to break in. The sizing was fine and the fit was appropriate, but they were just less comfortable to wear than JLs, EGs, or Norwegian-welted Sutors.

Then one day, I was taking off my Grants, and this happened: View attachment 2210123

Ok...this is only one shoe and is not necessarily representative of G&Gs construction quality, but it was the last straw. It was a relatively easy fix and I still wear my Grants regularly. They are quite durable otherwise, and still look great.

But there are plenty of other quality shoe-makers to choose from, so I suppose I won't be making any more G&G purchases in the future.

Best Regards,

Very disappointing and annoying, it shouldn't happen. I have many pairs and never experienced such an issue.

Since it seems to be not the best fit on your feets, I would agree and look elsewhere.

 

[jonathanS]

Hello Gentlemen,

At the risk of having an army of G&G enthusiasts jump down my throat, I'm going to post an unfavorable review. In terms of styling G&G are obviously beautiful shoes. I bought 2 pairs of TG73, the classic cherry St James II, and the other a Grant, in black. Both are fine looking shoes.

However, they are generally uncomfortable and took a month of regular wear to break in. The sizing was fine and the fit was appropriate, but they were just less comfortable to wear than JLs, EGs, or Norwegian-welted Sutors.

Then one day, I was taking off my Grants, and this happened: View attachment 2210123

Ok...this is only one shoe and is not necessarily representative of G&Gs construction quality, but it was the last straw. It was a relatively easy fix and I still wear my Grants regularly. They are quite durable otherwise, and still look great.

But there are plenty of other quality shoe-makers to choose from, so I suppose I won't be making any more G&G purchases in the future.

Best Regards,

I’m not quite sure what I’m looking at - is the heel block coming away from the upper? Did you ask them about this?

 

[Professor Χάος]

I’m not quite sure what I’m looking at - is the heel block coming away from the upper? Did you ask them about this?

Yes..the heel separated from the upper. What am I supposed to ask about? It was a relatively easy fix.

 

[jonathanS]

Yes..the heel separated from the upper. What am I supposed to ask about? It was a relatively easy fix.

How was it relatively an easy fix. I’m not sure what I’d do. I would’ve sent them the photo though.

 

[Professor Χάος]

How was it relatively an easy fix. I’m not sure what I’d do. I would’ve sent them the photo though.

I'm not a cobbler, but I took it to the local shoe repair service, and they fixed it. I still have photos, but what response would you expect?

 

[armedferret]

Fairbanks on my last at JJ Fox.

 

[flylikeneagle]

Canterbury from Tuesday evening

 

[DorianGreen]

MTO Gatsby Vintage Pine, Square Deco last.

At that time there was an offering with no extra charge for different patinas. I specifically went for a natural colour with very little antiquing instead.

 

[DorianGreen]

A new model, the Eden, has been added to the Classic Collection.

 

[DorianGreen]

My MTO Savile in Navy Calf on the DG70 last.

Originally I had planned to have them on the GG06 last as the most of my G&G models, but let the advisor in the store convince me to order them on the other last, as he reassured me that their lasts fit all the same. The DG70 is more snug in the toe instead. I prefer the GG06, as the DG70 is too pointy for my taste, but I still like my Savile.

 

[DorianGreen]

MTO Connaught in Burgundy Calf on the GG06 last.

 

[MrSpade]

Hi guys,
Is anyone familiar with C39 last? specifically on a loafer.
What's the difference between E and F? Is F width like British E or F supposed to be wider? (for me Cheaney's F is narrower than Cleverly's E).
My feet is slightly wider than normal with higher instep, seems like C39 is pretty round last, I wonder how it fits, it could be a good introduction last to GG brand.
Every input is appreciated, thanks.

 

[ant922599]

Hi guys,
Is anyone familiar with C39 last? specifically on a loafer.
What's the difference between E and F? Is F width like British E or F supposed to be wider? (for me Cheaney's F is narrower than Cleverly's E).
My feet is slightly wider than normal with higher instep, seems like C39 is pretty round last, I wonder how it fits, it could be a good introduction last to GG brand.
Every input is appreciated, thanks.

F in G&G is an English wide-fit. I don't have personal experience of the c39, but the KN14 doesn't work particularly well for me on the heel. So, if your feet are wider than 'normal' it might work well for you.

I'm not sure what make-ups are available on the c39, but bear in mind that the style and material will both play a part in how the shoe fits (more than a lot of people appreciate).

Simon, Rico and Michael are all really helpful so you'd get good support from all of them if you message the Savile Row store.

 

[DorianGreen]

As they launched their Classic Collection a few years ago, I was interested and eager to buy the Churchill in a round last (I think it was the C39), currently on the soft square S45 only, but the advisor in the store quite discouraged me, as he said, responding to my emails, that if I usually wear the E width, the F could possibly be too wide. I wasn't willing to go the risk and gave up.

A pity, because, besides the attractive price, I really like those rounder, more relaxed lasts and the lower heels as well.