Skoaktiebolaget – Enzo Bonafé, Saint Crispin’s, Löf & Tung

[laufer]

@Leaves
I also think that the sizing description should be updated lest it does not confuse the customers. For example, EG shoes are usually 1/2 size down from US size while C&J shoes are a full size down from US size. So saying that F&S 05 last fits similar to EG 202 and C&J 375 can be very confusing? Or that the 66 fits similarly as Edward Green 606 or Crockett & Jones 337 lasts. I take difeerent sizes in 606 snf 337 lasts and I am sure many other people do too.
It's not the best time to promote the new brand but the life must go on. Good luck.

 

[othertravel]

Yes, can somebody please clarify FS sizing?

Is it half-size down from US size like EG/GG?

or

Full size down from US size like C&J?

 

[galileo]

It’s quite a narrow last thus should be half size down from US size, take it as EG last sizing.

 

[Leaves]

Yes, can somebody please clarify FS sizing?

Is it half-size down from US size like EG/GG?

or

Full size down from US size like C&J?

The reference is to EG UK sizing and not US sizing. I will clarify online.

So yeah half a size down from US sizing.

 

[patliean1]

Whats the difference between F&S "Foster Collection" and their standard $700-$900 range?

EDIT: As well as their "Jermyn Street Collection" ?

 

[clee1982]

I've handled almost every single split toe in the business, and own over a dozen, and the likes of this new maker (and Saint Crispin's) are second to none. I would also put the G&G Hove and Isham above EG Dover, in terms of build quality and comfort. But some people do prefer the aesthetics of the Dover and I totally get that.

GG Hove is too slick though, EG Dover is more "all around" if you ask me

 

[clee1982]

It’s quite a narrow last thus should be half size down from US size, take it as EG last sizing.

narrow? oh, f*ck...

 

[clee1982]

NOT FUNNY! seriously what does English shoe tend to run narrow in toebox...?

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

NOT FUNNY! seriously what does English shoe tend to run narrow in toebox...?

Honestly, other than a few EG models and GG, not many if any run narrow in the toe box. The next most narrow toe box I can think of is the AS, and it is not really too narrow.

I don't recall the FS being that narrow in the toebox. As I mentioned, I did not get a chance to try it on. You may be able to try it on on their next visit to NY (whenever the hell that is).

 

[Handcuffed]

Those Barbaro Sportifs are really cool. I don't know if I can wear them (no half size + my achilles/heel problems) but they're really good looking.

 

[clee1982]

Honestly, other than a few EG models and GG, not many if any run narrow in the toe box. The next most narrow toe box I can think of is the AS, and it is not really too narrow.

I don't recall the FS being that narrow in the toebox. As I mentioned, I did not get a chance to try it on. You may be able to try it on on their next visit to NY (whenever the hell that is).

or when Armoury opens and I can go out?

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

or when Armoury opens and I can go out?

Exactly. At this rate, the earliest time appears to be mid-May.

 

[Leaves]

Whats the difference between F&S "Foster Collection" and their standard $700-$900 range?

EDIT: As well as their "Jermyn Street Collection" ?

It’s made with higher grade materials, tighter sole finish etc. The usual “top tier” stuff you know. Personally, I would go for the normal line shoes as they really look fantastic but Keble is only available as Jermyn Street line.

AFAICT it’s not as big of a difference as between JL and JL Prestige, where the difference is very, very noticeable.

I might regret saying that but it’s my first impression.

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Personally, I would go for the normal line shoes as they really look fantastic but Keble is only available as Jermyn Street line.

AFAICT it’s not as big of a difference as between JL and JL Prestige, where the difference is very, very noticeable.

I might regret saying that but it’s my first impression.

That comment right there is why I continue my patronage of Skoaktiebolaget (and @Leaves). We are provided an honest answer pertaining to a product. You do not automatically get steered towards the more expensive option.

Patrik always offers the type of response we would give each other, rather than one of a retailer. Kudos good man!

 

[othertravel]

Are you planning on carrying the Jermyn line, aside from the Keble?