** Quintessential Crockett & Jones Thread ** (reviews, quality, etc...)

[Encore]

Today in Skye.

 

[Count de Monet]

Dear all, I am looking for recommendations for some good hiking boots - general recommendation seems to be to stick to specialist hiking brands like Lowa or Meindl.

However, I wouldn't be on styleforum if I didnt care about style! Can traditional country boots work for full on proper hiking/backpacking?

I am considering some options incl. the C&J consitons or the Snowdon - anyone have any experience actually going on outdoor hiking expeditions (over rocky trails, muddy bogs etc) with these and can they be recommended to keep me safe and dry? Or better stick to specialist brands for that?

Well, on many hikes just about anything in a shoe or boot will do provided you don’t much care about their weight or whether your feet stay dry or whether you occasionally slip in the mud or on a wet slick rock or (and this is a big one) you don’t care what wear and damage you put on them as you use them.

There is a reason most folks who hike/backpack even a little invest in boots specifically made for that purpose. Footwear that is (relatively) lightweight, tear and scrape resistant, breathable, waterproof, lugged, and having a reinforced toe area.

I love my boots by CJ, AE, and Alden. They are well made and serve their intended purpose well. But I wouldn’t dream of taking them out on the trail when there are superior options that cost less money. (Well, sometimes not a LOT less.). Different tools for different jobs.

 

[Lvo]

Hi guys, I was looking for some insights on the 325 last. I currently have the Coniston in a 10E and the Pembroke in 10,5 E and I am keen on purchasing a pair of suede Cavendish (online). I have pretty standard feet (instep, width etc.), but am just confused on the different sizes for the same last.

Both feel extremely comfortable from the start and when trying on the Pembroke in a 10E (like he Coniston), it felt rather painfully snug with my toes hitting the end of the shoebox, so going for the 10 in the Pembroke was a no go for me. Standard size for me would be a 10,5 (derbies, oxfords).

So am I correct in assuming that boots and loafers should be 1/2 size down (especially when the loafers are in suede)? Thanks for any input!

 

[Braid]

Hi guys, I was looking for some insights on the 325 last. I currently have the Coniston in a 10E and the Pembroke in 10,5 E and I am keen on purchasing a pair of suede Cavendish (online). I have pretty standard feet (instep, width etc.), but am just confused on the different sizes for the same last.

Both feel extremely comfortable from the start and when trying on the Pembroke in a 10E (like he Coniston), it felt rather painfully snug with my toes hitting the end of the shoebox, so going for the 10 in the Pembroke was a no go for me. Standard size for me would be a 10,5 (derbies, oxfords).

So am I correct in assuming that boots and loafers should be 1/2 size down (especially when the loafers are in suede)? Thanks for any input!

I wear Galway and Pembroke in same size, 9uk. I wear Hardwick in suede half a size smaller. I tried the Sidney in suede (same last as Hardwick) 8 uk and they wear too snug for me,so here 8.5 would have been the correct size. Basically half size smaller than my Galway and Pembroke.

It is strange that Pembroke didn't work for you in 10 while Coniston did. If you are 10.5 in all other CJ shoes I would probably try the Cavendish in 10 if I were you.

 

[Count de Monet]

I wear the same UK size in the Cavendish II (325) and my Galway II’s (325), as well as my Belgraves (337), and some BBxCJ boots (240): 10E. I did not size down for the Cavendish, but I have a slightly wider foot (American E) and a high instep.

I hope you find your size. My Cavendish in snuff suede is one of my favorites.

 

[Berto1]

 

[nishant]

Pembroke in Brown Shell ..

 

[hkoldguy]

Whisky shell

 

[Satmoche]

Pulled the trigger on the Coniston.

 

[Lvo]

I wear Galway and Pembroke in same size, 9uk. I wear Hardwick in suede half a size smaller. I tried the Sidney in suede (same last as Hardwick) 8 uk and they wear too snug for me,so here 8.5 would have been the correct size. Basically half size smaller than my Galway and Pembroke.

It is strange that Pembroke didn't work for you in 10 while Coniston did. If you are 10.5 in all other CJ shoes I would probably try the Cavendish in 10 if I were you.

I wear the same UK size in the Cavendish II (325) and my Galway II’s (325), as well as my Belgraves (337), and some BBxCJ boots (240): 10E. I did not size down for the Cavendish, but I have a slightly wider foot (American E) and a high instep.

I hope you find your size. My Cavendish in snuff suede is one of my favorites.

Thanks for the feedback! I will pull the trigger on the size 10 and post some pics once they arrive. In case anybody else is interested, Rose & Born in Sweden has some pretty heavy discounts on some of their CJ loafer models.

Summer Sale 2020 – 50% off - Rose & Born

roseborn.com

 

[OldTown]

Pembroke in Brown Shell .. View attachment 1445170

Are the pants Naked and Famous?

 

[Phoenician]

Are the pants Naked and Famous?

That’s what my wife calls me

 

[nishant]

Are the pants Naked and Famous?

They aren’t naked but are famous alright
PBJ Sashiko for Rivet&Hide

 

[andiandi]

10 months old bradfords

 

[Reiver]

Dear all, I am looking for recommendations for some good hiking boots - general recommendation seems to be to stick to specialist hiking brands like Lowa or Meindl.

However, I wouldn't be on styleforum if I didnt care about style! Can traditional country boots work for full on proper hiking/backpacking?

I am considering some options incl. the C&J consitons or the Snowdon - anyone have any experience actually going on outdoor hiking expeditions (over rocky trails, muddy bogs etc) with these and can they be recommended to keep me safe and dry? Or better stick to specialist brands for that?

I have a Coniston in tan grain, Snowdon in zug grain and a Meindl Norwegian welt hiking boot.

The Coniston never get worn for anything heavy duty but I’m happy wearing them on country tracks and in foul weather. I’m sure they could hold up to more abuse if needed though. The Dainite sole doesn’t particularly lend itself to hiking though.

The Snowdon are a lot tougher feeling than the Coniston and more supportive due to the higher shaft. These are zug though so I can’t personally comment on the oak waxed leather, although it seems to be plenty durable. The commando sole on the Snowdon also lends itself to more serious outdoors useage. I use mine for fairly rough off road use and they can handle wet conditions no problem at all.

The Meindl are always my 1st choice for more serious walking and are more supportive, more flexible, lighter (although not light by modern standards). They are leather lined rather than gore tex as it keeps them cooler and I hear a lot about gore tex being the 1st point of failure. I have never had wet feet in these and that includes submerging them above ankle height. I do think the Snowdon’s may be equally water resistant.

So all in all the C&J options are up to the job, especially the Snowdon, although the purpose built hiking boot is probably better. Also I tend not to care about scraping the Meindl on rocks etc whereas it would bother me more with the C&J as they’re a lot nicer.

The newer Ross boot might be an option as it has a Vibram lug sole and a padded collar for comfort. I have that Vibram sole on a Red Wing boots and it is impressive in most conditions and has more shock absorbency than a itshide commando.