Split Toe Derby

[dauster]

ED Dover on sale at GF... not my sizes unfortunately ...

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[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

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Fantastic find Dauster! I see they also have the Zonkey Boot split toe. I had not seen a ZB split toe, but I would guess that is a wonderful find!

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Goodness me Dauster you found a treasure chest here!! For those interested in split toes mentioned here.. You have the Dover, the ZB split toe, and my favorite Carmina split toe in the Soller Last.

 

[dauster]

Your welcome sir! Glad somebody appreciates a good deal just like me.
Also, for people that have not dealt with Steve from Gentlemen's Footwear, he is a great guy and very knowledgeable, I just bought suede Carmina wholecut loafers from him for only $250. Not sure if it was an exception or not but he would have even allowed me to return the shoes on sale in case they didnt fit but they did fit perfectly.

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Your welcome sir! Glad somebody appreciates a good deal just like me.

Definitely enjoy a discount when you have an extremely high quality product, as is the case here with these shoes GF has for sale!

 

[steveabdn]

Next Up: Sons of Henrey

Their George Utah Calf is excellent.

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These are very reminiscent of St Crispins to me, certainly the finish and polish are

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

These are very reminiscent of St Crispins to me, certainly the finish and polish are

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I think the SCs look more refined, especially their aprons. Having said that, they are similar yes.

 

[dauster]

Anybody here experience with Fukuda? I think every once in a while he comes to NYC, which would be fine but after emailing him it seems not to happen regularly ... I guess I will "settle" for this EG, specifically like this color... What do you guys think? I know not a very fair comparisons but still.

 

[dauster]

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I think the SCs look more refined, especially their aprons. Having said that, they are similar yes.

definitely saint crispins... I agree more refined!

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Anybody here experience with Fukuda? I think every once in a while he comes to NYC, which would be fine but after emailing him it seems not to happen regularly ... I guess I will "settle" for this EG, specifically like this color... What do you guys think? I know not a very fair comparisons but still.

I have a friend that has his shoes, the Sabot ones. He claims they are very good, although I do not believe the Sabot sell that split toe. I met Fukuda when he came to NYC for that Armoury visit you may be referring to. He mentioned he makes those, but are finished elsewhere. You could always try them on (at the Armoury), get the proper size, and email him the order? Alternatively, you can get some from SC or Zonkey Boot which are either cheaper or similar in price. This is contingent if you are dead set on a Hand-welted shoe. If not, the Dover in this color at a discounted price (if possible) would be an excellent substitute.

 

[dauster]

I have a friend that has his shoes, the Sabot ones. He claims they are very good, although I do not believe the Sabot sell that split toe. I met Fukuda when he came to NYC for that Armoury visit you may be referring to. He mentioned he makes those, but are finished elsewhere. You could always try them on (at the Armoury), get the proper size, and email him the order? Alternatively, you can get some from SC or Zonkey Boot which are either cheaper or similar in price. This is contingent if you are dead set on a Hand-welted shoe. If not, the Dover in this color at a discounted price (if possible) would be an excellent substitute.

Thanks, it seems just too much of a hassle to do the back and forth with Japan even though it could be a great way to justify multiple trips...

I agree the EG seem to the most reasonable alternative. Unsure about Zonkey Boot but the SCs look really nice even though they never reply to my emails... thanks for your input.

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

Thanks, it seems just too much of a hassle to do the back and forth with Japan even though it could be a great way to justify multiple trips...

I agree the EG seem to the most reasonable alternative. Unsure about Zonkey Boot but the SCs look really nice even though they never reply to my emails... thanks for your input.

I am not sure if you are based in NY, which you seemed to have alluded to it, but I was referring to going to the Armoury store. Have them give you a shoe to try on. Let Fukuda know your size from his RTW shoes, and have a pair of RTW split toes made. No trips to Japan! Unless you wish too haha.

I had a similar problem with emailing SC, and their lack of responses. Again if you are in NY, stop by LEFFOT and arrange for those SCs.

 

[aj2603]

So my thoughts are

Construction: SC & Zonkey : Might be more durable and sturdy coz of the hand welting. But in the end EG, SC & Zonkey will roughly last you the same time if cared for.

Customer service: EG : The availability is defiantly more and customer support via EG and affiliates is better (overall).

Last and design: I prefer EG. as i said before, it is perfectly balanced (this is a subjective thing. Everyone has different taste and sense of design)

Leather Selection: I don't think u can go wrong with either 3. But EG does have more options in RTW. EG has suede, hatch grain, calf and utah calf. SC also has tons of options via their MTO.

Finishing: At this level you are really nitpicking. Unless u r a enthusiast and lets say ur nerd level is up there, then it should not matter. All 3 have a very high stitch density (anything above 10 per inch is excellent. ideally u don't need more than 6-8 per inch for durability).

Sales: I have seen all 3 go on sale. But since the stockist of EG is more. That chances of grabbing one in ur size r defiantly higher.

 

[BColl_Has_Too_Many_Shoes]

So my thoughts are

Sales: I have seen all 3 go on sale. But since the stockist of EG is more. That chances of grabbing one in ur size r defiantly higher.

Construction: Definitely agree.

Customer service: EG, also ZB. Customer service is top notch at ZB. They are extremely helpful, and do their best to assist potential clients

Last and design: Obviously agree. SC comes a close second.

Leather Selection: Agree but ZB also has a wide selection on par with SC. Availability for ZB shoes, in general, are difficult to come by.

Finishing: Agreed

Sales: EG stockists are probably 2 to 1 (online) as opposed to SC or ZB. Brick and mortal stores probably 10 to 1. Which if you are fortunate enough to be near one, you can not only try on EG footwear but purchase it immediately. Means no waiting 6 to 8 weeks to receive it.

 

[dauster]

I am not sure if you are based in NY, which you seemed to have alluded to it, but I was referring to going to the Armoury store. Have them give you a shoe to try on. Let Fukuda know your size from his RTW shoes, and have a pair of RTW split toes made. No trips to Japan! Unless you wish too haha.

I had a similar problem with emailing SC, and their lack of responses. Again if you are in NY, stop by LEFFOT and arrange for those SCs.

Sorry, no I am based out of San Francisco but NYC not a big deal to get to. Unfortunately, the Armory only carries Fukuda in small sizes I might have seen a UK 10 but I need 11 and they confirmed that they don’t have them. Also very limited selection of available styles at least last time I checked. Thank you all for your input in posts below much appreciated.