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

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

New product line by C&J. A bit extravagent on the pricing

 

[Duke Santos]

New product line by C&J. A bit extravagent on the pricing

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Definitely pricey, but in line with what Ashland Leather charges for a Horween shell wallet. I'd assume quality is similar.

 

[Marmite89]

This was a comforting post. I am beginning the same journey and really investigating my fit which has led me to just give up on the 325 although there are many styles that I really like and I own three shoes in it.

It is the Islay that fits my feet really well also. After two months of experience it surprises me how good it feels. I tested in the C&j Brussels store (really nice service btw.) to still go down half a size to get it even more snug and it seemed to work. If I decide to go for another Islay (or maybe Kelso) it will be half a size down.

My journey in early 2023 was a bit of an epiphany. Finding that I preferred a half a size down in the Islay, over what was already excellent in my OG size 9’s… but it started with the wayward, weird, things not feeling right in the 335 Skye… I’d never have gone down the rabbit hole otherwise. It’s a journey worth getting right.

 

[Marmite89]

New product line by C&J. A bit extravagent on the pricing

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I am sure the C&J quality will be amazing. I tried their belts and they are beautiful if I wear a belt with tailored trousers (which is all too rare)…

Can I provide a very whole hearted recommendation for https://www.barnesandmoore.co.uk/ if you are looking at belts and wallets, beautiful artisan construction and amazing leather choices. I am a very satisfied customer over multiple, multiple purchases…

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

I used to like the idea that C&J do JUST shoes and boots. Solid and straight. Thats it. Personally i dont like the idea of a shoemaker venturing into wallets, bags etc. These are all byproducts of the leather they source (for shoemaking) and a means of reducing wastage (leather) and turning it into a profit line. But ofcourse, you cant blame a company for wanting to experiment or make a profit...... Again, its just a personal view.

 

[FiloFax]

New product line by C&J. A bit extravagent on the pricing

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I prefer my FiloFax😂

 

[Bayou Tiger]

Does anyone have an example pic of some half-bellows Islays? For an upcoming MTO pair I am considering to alleviate the tongue issue noted above.

 

[stephenaf2003]

Guys I need help. My Islay and Harlech boots are almost unwearable due to their horrendous thin and loose tounge that during the day inevitably creeps around my leg and creates discomfort and pressure points. These shoes are literally the only ones in my entire boot collection that do this and the fault is 100% the tounge design.

How can I solve this, do I just take it to a cobbler and ask them to add some stitches to keep it roughly in place?

I had the problem with several maker’s books, fortunately not my Islay’s. However, this solution I’ve included just requires a little sweat equity to achieve excellent results. Also, you get the satisfaction of fixing the problem yourself. See below, I don’t recall who originally posted this, if I did I would give them credit but I saved it:

Pinning Rouge Boot Tongue in place

Pinning the tongue is a 5 minute job if you have the right tools.

It is a 15 minute job if you dont. But it is easy. The critical thing is to have nylon thread instead if the cotton thread you usually find in sewing kits.

Doesnt have to be thick...just strong. You will need some pliers to push and pull through the leather. Did my tankers just now....first pic is before, last is after. I went in and out on the original seam and tied the knot between the shoe and the tongue



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[Menninki]

Does anyone have an example pic of some half-bellows Islays? For an upcoming MTO pair I am considering to alleviate the tongue issue noted above.

Here is a pic of a recent GMTO Islay with a half-bellows. I don't think you can add it afterwords.

I highly recommend it!

 

[Fenners81]

Aaaah the Islay .... which is raved on about as a boot. A long loose tongue. And ski-hooks that go far up as top of the Eiffel tower. I suppose any cobbler would convert it half bellows and stitch it along the eyelets to solve your problem. Shoehealer did a video on it recently. But it is a long tongue that.

 

[DorianGreen]

Here is a pic of a recent GMTO Islay with a half-bellows. I don't think you can add it afterwords.

I highly recommend it!

It should be a standard feature.

 

[Ypuh]

A half bellows isn't the end-all cure either though. My Tricker's Stow tongue also twists a little, although I put this down to newness and toughness of the leather. My other boot (Loake Roehampton) doesn't have a half bellows and sits fine from day 1.

 

[DorianGreen]

The Wexford Blucher in Dark Brown

Our lace-up split toe blucher from Crockett & Jones of England has a raised apron and split toe seam detail. Made from brown calf leather and sturdy Ridgeway rubber soles with a natural welt. In sizes 8.5–12.

www.bensilver.com

Not sure if they are actively restocking, but all sizes seem to be available.

That's a lovely split toe Derby, not a Blucher. Indeed, pretty unusual design for Crockett & Jones.

 

[DorianGreen]

A half bellows isn't the end-all cure either though. My Tricker's Stow tongue also twists a little, although I put this down to newness and toughness of the leather. My other boot (Loake Roehampton) doesn't have a half bellows and sits fine from day 1.

Maybe a full bellows is. Certainly it's a better than a loose tongue though.

 

[Humpty_Dumpty_Rises]

Maybe a full bellows is. Certainly it's a better than a loose tongue though.

Is there such a thing as full bellows tongue? I've not seen it