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

[tbaja27]

Vass in Miami

 

[DonRaphael]

Does anyone own both the F and P2 lasts? I've tried both lasts but never actually owned a shoe on the P2.

I'm just now dipping my toes into the derby waters and am considering this exact make up but in dark brown scotch grain https://nomanwalksalone.com/products/cognac-scotch-grain-alt-wien-derby-999

I'd like it to be built on a less sleek last than the F. I'm liking what I'm seeing in the pics, which is a P2 lasted shoe. But I'd feel much more comfortable with a couple of side by side pics of both lasts. Preferably from above, front and in profile. Thanks.

 

[jasper85]

Does anyone own both the F and P2 lasts? I've tried both lasts but never actually owned a shoe on the P2.

I'm just now dipping my toes into the derby waters and am considering this exact make up but in dark brown scotch grain https://nomanwalksalone.com/products/cognac-scotch-grain-alt-wien-derby-999

I'd like it to be built on a less sleek last than the F. I'm liking what I'm seeing in the pics, which is a P2 lasted shoe. But I'd feel much more comfortable with a couple of side by side pics of both lasts. Preferably from above, front and in profile. Thanks.

Hopefully these pictures help!

 

[DonRaphael]

Hopefully these pictures help! View attachment 1742643 View attachment 1742644 View attachment 1742643 View attachment 1742644 View attachment 1742645 View attachment 1742646 View attachment 1742647

Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks! This confirms that P2 is the right last for the specific shoe i have in mind.

 

[EUtroll]

Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks! This confirms that P2 is the right last for the specific shoe i have in mind.

IMHO, it's rather neat in reality. For my next derby I'm going for the 3636 last for a more substantial look.

 

[DonRaphael]

IMHO, it's rather neat in reality. For my next derby I'm going for the 3636 last for a more substantial look.

Thanks for your input. I'm not sure I'm brave enough to go with a derby AND last 3636 combined for the first time. After all, I'm not @bernoulli I'm too conservative ?

 

[bernoulli]

What? No space patinated shoes for you? Egads! But seriously, the foundation of my wardrobe comes from Vass, in conservative styles and colors. I am looking forward to the results of your commission.

Thanks for your input. I'm not sure I'm brave enough to go with a derby AND last 3636 combined for the first time. After all, I'm not @bernoulli I'm too conservative ?

 

[metranger8694]

I just dug these out of my closet. Museum Cognac. I've never worn them since purchase.

Do guys still wear double monks?

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

I just dug these out of my closet. Museum Cognac. I've never worn them since purchase.

Do guys still wear double monks?
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I do.

 

[tbaja27]

I just dug these out of my closet. Museum Cognac. I've never worn them since purchase.

Do guys still wear double monks?
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Does the horse eat hay?

 

[metranger8694]

Does the horse eat hay?

Yes they do. But they like grass better

 

[Zapasman]

I just dug these out of my closet. Museum Cognac. I've never worn them since purchase.

Do guys still wear double monks?
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No, so I sold my Lobbs. Do not like to see accesories like buckles (do not wear tassels either).

 

[RoosyRooster]

I’m looking to get a casual pair of plain toe derby’s and I’m really liking the London 5-eyelet in the BP last. How is sizing on these? I’m a 10D on Brannock, slightly wider in the right foot.

 

[konstantis]

May i ask the members prference as for the type of soles for the Vass norweger model ? I am trying to decide which style suits better that specific model ? Double leather or Vibram soles ? thanks.

 

[SimonC]

It depends on the upper leather. I have a grained leather on vibram, but most about everything else looks better on double leather. In turn, most of that depends on what you want to use them for and wear them with - I wouldn’t wear the vibram pair with anything approaching formal clothing, they are for bad weather and muddy walks.