The Ultimate Vass (Footwear) Thread (Pictures, reviews, sizing, etc...)

[RogerP]

Wanted to share the new Garnett Shell from Vass.

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That is an absolutely stunning shade of shell. Might need a pair of chukkas in this.

 

[jokb]

I think a pair of chukkas would look stunning in these!

 

[Webbo]

That is an absolutely stunning shade of shell. Might need a pair of chukkas in this.

I need a P2 chukka in this badly!!

 

[Shawl Lapel]

I just stopped into the store on my honeymoon a few weeks ago and I think between the customer service, language barrier, and pricing I'll go through Notch next time I procure a pair of Vass. Seems like there's a big Reszo-shaped hole in the chain now :/

 

[deez shoes]

I just stopped into the store on my honeymoon a few weeks ago and I think between the customer service, language barrier, and pricing I'll go through Notch next time I procure a pair of Vass. Seems like there's a big Reszo-shaped hole in the chain now :/

Congratulations!

 

[Shawl Lapel]

Congratulations!

Thank you, sir!

 

[markeronee]

Anyone knows any way to contact vass such that they will reply? I just received a pair of shoes and there were some problems with the leather.

There was a small patch of like decolorization so I'm trying to contact them about it

 

[Shouldaville]

Someone say P2 shell chukka? Can't go wrong. Continued Saddle aging...

 

[thelonius]

I have just bought through Vass's online store a pair of 1040s on the Peter last. This is the first pair of Vass that I have purchased, and I have to say that I was prompted to do so by the sale price of this pair (around 400 euros), not being familiar with Vass last sizes. They fit very well. I have not really started wearing them yet; however, I have to admit to being possibly slightly disappointed by the quality of the leather of the uppers, including the linings, which seems to be thin and not the quality I'm used to seeing on ... C&J's for example. However, I guess it's early days and I have to start wearing them. The thing that is bugging me now is that there seems to be some speculation on the web (not taking too much notice, evidently, of things one reads on it) as to whether or not all Vass's shoes are actually hand welted - that there may be some GY welted models being sold by Vass. The hand-welting aspect was an important reason for this first purchase and I hope it's not the case. Can anyone reading this Vass forum have any reason to doubt Vass's claim that all their production are welted by hand?

 

[peppercorn78]

I have just bought through Vass's online store a pair of 1040s on the Peter last. This is the first pair of Vass that I have purchased, and I have to say that I was prompted to do so by the sale price of this pair (around 400 euros), not being familiar with Vass last sizes. They fit very well. I have not really started wearing them yet; however, I have to admit to being possibly slightly disappointed by the quality of the leather of the uppers, including the linings, which seems to be thin and not the quality I'm used to seeing on ... C&J's for example. However, I guess it's early days and I have to start wearing them. The thing that is bugging me now is that there seems to be some speculation on the web (not taking too much notice, evidently, of things one reads on it) as to whether or not all Vass's shoes are actually hand welted - that there may be some GY welted models being sold by Vass. The hand-welting aspect was an important reason for this first purchase and I hope it's not the case. Can anyone reading this Vass forum have any reason to doubt Vass's claim that all their production are welted by hand?

There are some here who have visited the Vass workshop. I haven't, but I've seen many pictures and videos. There are NO machines there, other than singer sewing machine for uppers. Yes, everything is done by hand. I honestly can't imagine them outsourcing to a Goodyear setup factory (if there even is one in Budapest) just to make lower cost RTWs. Seems like that would be more trouble and cost than just making everything in house.

I have noticed that Vass shoes are lighter than Aldens or Carminas (both GYW btw) for sure. In fact, all my handweltrd shoes are lighter than my GYWs, for what that's worth.

BTW, are you a musician? Or a fan of TSM?

 

[thelonius]

There are some here who have visited the Vass workshop. I haven't, but I've seen many pictures and videos. There are NO machines there, other than singer sewing machine for uppers. Yes, everything is done by hand. I honestly can't imagine them outsourcing to a Goodyear setup factory (if there even is one in Budapest) just to make lower cost RTWs. Seems like that would be more trouble and cost than just making everything in house.

I have noticed that Vass shoes are lighter than Aldens or Carminas (both GYW btw) for sure. In fact, all my handweltrd shoes are lighter than my GYWs, for what that's worth.

BTW, are you a musician? Or a fan of TSM?

Thanks Peppercorn78. You have reassured me and I'm sure you're right.

I am just an amateur musician, and do love TSM, but I play sax not piano. Always loved that name!

 

[Notch]

I can guarantee every single one of Vass' shoes is 100% hand welted.

 

[thelonius]

I can guarantee every single one of Vass' shoes is 100% hand welted.

Great! I am further reassured!

 

[Zapasman]

I have just bought through Vass's online store a pair of 1040s on the Peter last. This is the first pair of Vass that I have purchased, and I have to say that I was prompted to do so by the sale price of this pair (around 400 euros), not being familiar with Vass last sizes. They fit very well. I have not really started wearing them yet; however, I have to admit to being possibly slightly disappointed by the quality of the leather of the uppers, including the linings, which seems to be thin and not the quality I'm used to seeing on ... C&J's for example. However, I guess it's early days and I have to start wearing them. The thing that is bugging me now is that there seems to be some speculation on the web (not taking too much notice, evidently, of things one reads on it) as to whether or not all Vass's shoes are actually hand welted - that there may be some GY welted models being sold by Vass. The hand-welting aspect was an important reason for this first purchase and I hope it's not the case. Can anyone reading this Vass forum have any reason to doubt Vass's claim that all their production are welted by hand?

I do not know where you heard about Lazso Vass GYW shoes, but it sounds ridiculous. Upper leather and lining is really good IMO and it is very easy to check if your shoes are HW (check the dimples in the insole). And yes, they are lighter to those GYW, as pepper mentioned.
Congrats for your first Vass.

 

[thelonius]

I do not know where you heard about.................

I am convinced you are right. The web site that started to give me doubts was this 2015 thread (http://www.dressedwell.net/threads/has-vass-lost-its-soul.857/page-5). I am not thinking of spending any further time on this site, but it was just the fact that the contributor Chogall had got involved in it that I took some notice. I am sure that Vass shoes are hand made as stated and I'm looking forward to start wearing my pair. I am surprised by their lightness however.