Help me identify these Santonis

[snofox]

I think these are FAM. Bought them new at a pretty hefty discount - that probably means there may not be other pair of the same shoe for sale. I want another similar pair as a gift, but haven't been able to find any other Santonis (or other brands for that matter) that have a similar design. Any help identifying the model or similar models would be appreciated!

 

[Phileas Fogg]

The FAM line has different markings. Those are from the mainline. As for the model, I’m really not sure.

SantonI shoes are nice but it’s also a somewhat obscure brand. They have, or at least last time I was in NYC had, a boutique on MadAve but otherwise they are a bit hard to find in person. Some of the Nordstrom flagship stores carry them.

 

[snofox]

The FAM line has different markings. Those are from the mainline. As for the model, I’m really not sure.

SantonI shoes are nice but it’s also a somewhat obscure brand. They have, or at least last time I was in NYC had, a boutique on MadAve but otherwise they are a bit hard to find in person. Some of the Nordstrom flagship stores carry them.

I'm fairly certain they were sold as "hand crafted" at the time (2016ish), but I might have misunderstood what that entailed Thank you - would appreciate more input if anyone else has any more information.

 

[JohnMRobie]

I'm fairly certain they were sold as "hand crafted" at the time (2016ish), but I might have misunderstood what that entailed Thank you - would appreciate more input if anyone else has any more information.

Like Phileas said that’s their entry level line - they have five levels if I recall. In order: Mainline, FAM, Goodyear, Limited Edition, Uniqua. Mainline will just be labeled Santoni. The others have additional markings and stampings to tell you which tier it is.

 

[snofox]

Like Phileas said that’s their entry level line - they have five levels if I recall. In order: Mainline, FAM, Goodyear, Limited Edition, Uniqua. Mainline will just be labeled Santoni. The others have additional markings and stampings to tell you which tier it is.

Okay, I didn't realize there were always additional markings on the higher lines - from what I've seen in other threads it seemed it was pretty hard to differentiate. Still very happy with the look and feel of them

 

[Proleet]

As said before: definitely not “fam” but their regular line - the model is pretty standard and something that you’d see around often a handful of years ago.

I have (had) quite a few pairs of Santoni but haven’t bought any new ones in years: their lasts are all over the place and imo unless bought on sale they really aren’t worth the money. For the same money as this main line you can get entry line Antonio Meccariello or Carmina or TLB or something which is a nicer shoe for the money

 

[Phileas Fogg]

Okay, I didn't realize there were always additional markings on the higher lines - from what I've seen in other threads it seemed it was pretty hard to differentiate. Still very happy with the look and feel of them

thats what matters.

 

[snofox]

As said before: definitely not “fam” but their regular line - the model is pretty standard and something that you’d see around often a handful of years ago.

I have (had) quite a few pairs of Santoni but haven’t bought any new ones in years: their lasts are all over the place and imo unless bought on sale they really aren’t worth the money. For the same money as this main line you can get entry line Antonio Meccariello or Carmina or TLB or something which is a nicer shoe for the money

I actually tracked down the link for the original listing. They are listed as Limited Edition Santoni Salem (obviously doesn't mean they are). Still no luck in finding a pair with the same hole pattern style around the laces (even knowing the model), but thanks for the feedback.

 

[snofox]

thats what matters.

Yup

Still very annoying not being able to tell my brother what to look out for to get something similar (the pattern around the middle part and laces). Will just keep an eye out for used Santonis I guess.

 

[lesterdiamond780]

I actually tracked down the link for the original listing. They are listed as Limited Edition Santoni Salem (obviously doesn't mean they are). Still no luck in finding a pair with the same hole pattern style around the laces (even knowing the model), but thanks for the feedback.

These actually aren't limited edition or Salem's. They are mainline santoni Orrin's