Russian reindeer - will it ever run out?

[medwards]

Despite the allure of the story, the demand has never been terribly high. Most of New & Lingwood's bespoke customers (when N&L had rights to the hides) and subsequently Cleverley's customers were rather conservative in approach. Most of the shoes that George & John made at both firms were very classic...with black calf being the predominant color. The texture and color (and faint aroma) of the Russian calf made it best suited for a country shoe...for which there was less demad, particularly at a higher price.

 

[medwards]

Originally Posted by dopey

I hate Russian Reindeer. I love the story. I love the idea. I love the scarcity. I really feel compelled to buy a pair. I just don't want them. The dissonance makes my head hurt.

Perhaps they might make a very nice gift for someone else??? I would imagine you might even find some deserving souls/soles on this Forum.

 

[Film Noir Buff]

I was thinking they might make a great pair of bespoke motorcycle leathers.

 

[RJman]

No, they're really stiff and rough and dry out easily.

 

[medwards]

Originally Posted by RJman

No, they're really stiff and rough and dry out easily.

Which may be why I am in need of a new pair.

 

[dopey]

Originally Posted by RJman

No, they're really stiff and rough and dry out easily.

I know you are only trying to make me feel better. It is working.

 

[Film Noir Buff]

Originally Posted by RJman

No, they're really stiff and rough and dry out easily.

Maybe some bespoke... gladiator leathers?

 

[medwards]

Originally Posted by dopey

I know you are only trying to make me feel better. It is working.

The solution is simply to order a pair of shoes you like even more.

 

[dopey]

Originally Posted by medwards

The solution is simply to order a pair of shoes you like even more.

I tried -- I am waiting for a pair of dark burgundy punch cap oxfords ("ladies" punching, meaning small, and swan neck stitching at the throat; you are the inspiration for their restraint). It has worked so far, but the voices in my head never remain quiet for long and their siren song will no doubt reach a crescendo soon after this pair is delivered.

 

[RJman]

Originally Posted by dopey

I hate Russian Reindeer. I love the story. I love the idea. I love the scarcity. I really feel compelled to buy a pair. I just don't want them. The dissonance makes my head hurt.

Originally Posted by medwards

The solution is simply to order a pair of shoes you like even more.

How about a pair of Jaguar suede ankle boots with double buckle straps and bevelled sole from Anthony Delos? For instance...

 

[dopey]

Originally Posted by RJman

How about a pair of Jaguar suede ankle boots with double buckle straps and bevelled sole from Anthony Delos? For instance...

I think that if I could kill the jaguar myself, the voices would stop for a while. Killing always make them sleep.

 

[W1S]

Originally Posted by Film Noir Buff

I was thinking they might make a great pair of bespoke motorcycle leathers.

Perhaps more suitable for a Veldtschoen (for navigating the Stamford Bridge box

)

Own a pair of JL Barenia motorcycle boots and am quite happy with them. This to the extend that not actually owning a motorcycle does not seem to bother me...

 

[Kaizen]

I just commissioned a pair when Cleverley passed through town last week.

According to Dominic, Prince Charles owns the right to salvage and has said that when the 'approved' diver retired, he was not going to permit any more salvage of that ship. He also mentioned that Cleverley had about a two year supply remaining.

 

[dopey]

Originally Posted by Kaizen

I just commissioned a pair when Cleverley passed through town last week.

According to Dominic, Prince Charles owns the right to salvage and has said that when the 'approved' diver retired, he was not going to permit any more salvage of that ship. He also mentioned that Cleverley had about a two year supply remaining.

These are the kinds of posts I really hate. It makes the damned voices start up again.

 

[itsstillmatt]

Originally Posted by dopey

These are the kinds of posts I really hate. It makes the damned voices start up again.
I don't like it either, but I am not sure if this opinion moves you towards or away from ordering a pair.