My adventures in (DIY) shoemaking -- part 12

[shoefan]

Here is my most recent shoemaking effort. This is a pair of 3-eyelet derbies in a reddish-brown calfskin. The toe is a soft chisel, and the outsole is hand stitched at 11 stitches per inch.

The waist is a square, non-beveled finish, and the welt/sole is a bit thicker than is typical for most bespoke shoes -- 5/16" vs a typical 1/4". I thought that since this is a less dressy design, a thicker sole might look nice.

All things considered, I am happy with the way this pair has turned out.



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[rebel222]

Nice. These may be my favorite so far.

 

[MyOtherLife]

Really beautiful work. Everything about these are gorgeous and the sole thickness is perfect.

Thank you for sharing these with us.

 

[Redwoood]

very nice.
Do you have any work-in-progress pics?

 

[emptym]

Wow! Your development has been constant and inspiring.

 

[Claus]

They look great!

How long are you already making shoes?

 

[pebblegrain]

I would pay money for those

 

[MBreinin]

Amazing that you made those yourself. I am always amazed by these posts!

 

[Son Of Saphir]

excellent sole stitching.
11spi very impressive.
How many hours total to get you this level?

 

[srivats]

They look great, shoefan.

 

[teddieriley]

Awesomeness shoepan.

 

[bigbucky]

That is amazing. Sewing or knitting is something I could imagine trying at some point. Shoemaking is so beyond my imagination. Who would think there were amateur cobblers?

 

[Tobacco Man]

Great job. How long did they take?

 

[Fishball]

shoefan,

You are getting better and better!

 

[distinctive]

Can you make a collage of all of your shoes? I'd be curious to see the progression. Great job!