New R. Martegani shoe

[RIDER]

Some time ago, before my last trip to Italy, JCusey suggested a pattern that he thought would look very nice. Â Working with Martegani, and describing how I interpreted what JCusey thought, this is the result...

Pretty sweet. Â I will have them up on my site soon... and thanks again JCusey, great idea. Details: Both are basically wholecuts (the eyestay is plugged) with twin-needle stitching bringing up the pattern. Rustik calf on the 46 last, which is slightly elongated with a classic toe shape. Also, the waxing on the thread reflects in the photo, not really contrasted as much as it would appear.

 

[jcusey]

I'm glad that you liked the idea, and I'm glad that the shoes turned out to your satisfaction. Now get them on the website.

 

[FIHTies]

I'm glad that you liked the idea, and I'm glad that the shoes turned out to your satisfaction. Now get them on the website. Â

Yes, Its been what like 4 days since Jcusey has bought some shoes.

JJF PS: Royalties JC, demand ROYALTIES.

 

[jcusey]

Yes, Its been what like 4 days since Jcusey has bought some shoes.

Four days? Surely you jest. More like 20 hours (chocolate suede Gravati half-brogues with modified U-throat, slightly extended welt, and rubber Moustache soles on the 640 last, on sale).

 

[norcaltransplant]

You should adopt my signature... I broke down over the holidays and just bought a pair of Jodphur boots. I've been wanting a pair for awhile... luckily, I've narrowed down my wish list to three or four shoes...

 

[Steve B.]

Ron:

Those are beautiful shoes.

 

[bry2000]

norcal, did you buy the paul stuart jodphurs? if so, which color? I bought a pair. have not worn them yet, but I think they are great boots.

 

[RIDER]

Those are beautiful shoes.

Yes, and now I am waiting for more ideas from John...

 

[jcusey]

Yes, and now I am waiting for more ideas from John...

I gave you ideas, Ron, but I don't see you rushing to stock that green shell cordovan cap-toe. Geez, some people.

 

[AlanC]

Great, all we need is a primadonna shoe designer...*sheesh*

 

[jcusey]

Great, all we need is a primadonna shoe designer...*sheesh*

Silence from the peanut gallery. I will not be contradicted.

 

[RIDER]

I don't see you rushing to stock that green shell cordovan cap-toe.

Well, as a matter of fact, I was just off emailing John at Horween with a few more questions concerning the green shell cordovan.

Keep em comin'...

My list for the day:

peccary/shell cordovan slipper
honey shell cordovan pattern for big size
flat silk laces instead of waxed cotton
spade lasts
scotch grain handsewns
genuine crepe walkers
etc., etc., etc.