Martegani Lasts

[mikej77]

Could someone provide some information on the different Martegani lasts? I am looking at buying a pair of the Sorrentos but they only list as M for width. For reference, I am a 9.5E in my AE Park Avenues.

 

[knittieguy]

I am a 10D in Park Aves and have a 10 medium in Sorrentos and the Sorrentos fit, but snugly. They are more narrow than the Park Aves.

 

[mikej77]

Thanks for the response.

 

[Cary Grant]

I have the Sorento. If I remember, it's on the 3B last? Or is it the 75? Either way- they're similar.

You'll want to go down one half size. The unusual u-shape opening at the eyes makes these just a bit roomy for a narrow foot, versus the typical 75 last, like the Siena's, which fit my B width foot very well. If you have a foot of average width or narrower, you'll be fine. if you are very narrow, say A width- I think you'll find these too roomy.

 

[Douglas]

You might want to PM SF member RIDER. He is the US Martegani Rep.

 

[mikej77]

Thanks everyone for the responses.

 

[Meursault-]

Would the black Sorrento be suitable as a conservative (law firm) interview shoe? Or is the last a little too... something?

For about $150, the top of my price range.

 

[grimslade]

I think they're a bit much for that. Too Italian?

 

[Meursault-]

Originally Posted by grimslade

I think they're a bit much for that. Too Italian?

Yes, that could be it. And I'm Italian. \t

 

[knittieguy]

90% of job interviewers are not going to notice your shoes. That said, I have a pair of Sorrentos and I probably wouldn't wear them for an interview. I'd go with my AEs just to be safe.

 

[sf_esq]

Anyone own a pair of shoes on Martegani's more classic 42 last?

 

[visionology]

i believe this was posted from Ron himself in an old thread here. I copied it to a text file for future purchases. Enjoy

3B = a little large
75 = normal
74 1/2 size small
19 = 1 size small
17 1/2 size small
46 = normal
41 = normal
42 = a little big....high instep
40 = normal
35 = normal
34 = normal
7Y = a little bit tight (lower than normal)over the instep
4A = normal

 

[sf_esq]

Most helpful. I had searched the forums, but hadn't come across this. Thank you.

Originally Posted by visionology

i believe this was posted from Ron himself in an old thread here. I copied it to a text file for future purchases. Enjoy

3B = a little large
75 = normal
74 1/2 size small
19 = 1 size small
17 1/2 size small
46 = normal
41 = normal
42 = a little big....high instep
40 = normal
35 = normal
34 = normal
7Y = a little bit tight (lower than normal)over the instep
4A = normal

 

[knittieguy]

Originally Posted by sf_esq

Anyone own a pair of shoes on Martegani's more classic 42 last?

I have a pair on the 46 and it is very nice, certainly suitable for an interview. The 42 is slightly shorter than the 46, if I recall correctly, and actually more conservative. The 42 is Martegani's "British" style last.

 

[mikej77]

Great info, hopefully they fit my E foot.