Shoe Damage Report & Shoe P0rn Central - Part II

Andrew W · Jan 3, 2011

It is because they are shoes I made myself. I've been studying shoemaking as a hobby on my own.

well-kept · Jan 3, 2011

Originally Posted by Andrew W

The Russian raindeer hides had a distinct smell of birch from their tanning. They're also prized by collectors for upholstering their chairs from the period.

The Metropolitan Museum in NYC has an 18th Century chair with its ORIGINAL Russian calf upholstery. At 250 years old the leather is incredibly beautiful in color and texture. Third floor, American Wing.

Kaplan · Jan 3, 2011

Originally Posted by gdl203

This is me exactly most of this week. My Cheaney boots have seen a lot of snow and mush since Monday.
Mine have been subjected to snowy walks or bicycle rides almost daily for the last month or so. They seem to hold up great.

Originally Posted by kev777

How do you find them ?? Sizing ok?
I think the pebble grain is perfect for this kind of boot. As for sizing, I would say the the last is comparable to C&J's 341, but noticeably roomier. I don't know if I could have sized down half a size, but going with my usual size the Cheaney's can definitely accommodate a thick pair of wool socks.

luk-cha · Jan 3, 2011

Originally Posted by Groover

Wow!
Luk-Cha, are both those pictures the 200 yr old reindeer leather? I recognise the familiar pattern from the top picture but not the second shot. A while back i did have some cufflinks made from an off cut. I've often thought about a pair, but not sure if the finish/texture is for me. There's something about it I'm just not sure about. I think perhaps I need to take a trip to London to see some in the flesh, seeing a completed shoe will convince me either way.
Happy new year to all, now lets see some pics!!

yes both pictures are of that dry, crispy old 200yo RR - awesome color and texture and the smell is great for keeping the moths away.

TG i am sure only gave me a bit from the edge, whihc was big enough (just) to make into a credit card wallet, but even then i would be concerned over the long term integrity of the leather as shoes

great story but i am not sure it is worth the extra $$$$

mcarthur · Jan 3, 2011

Originally Posted by Grammaton Cleric

Nice - those are new I assume?

well taken care of

mcarthur · Jan 3, 2011

Originally Posted by txeconomist

Those look great mac, shoes and socks. Just when I dont think I need anything.

thank you

mcarthur · Jan 4, 2011

cigar ptb

Cuttingboard · Jan 4, 2011

Originally Posted by Cuttingboard

Looking for a black wingtip...what model is this C&J? Thanks

Is this the C&J Wigmore? Thanks

NOBD · Jan 4, 2011

The file name says they are.

theyare · Jan 4, 2011

Originally Posted by Cuttingboard

Is this the C&J Wigmore? Thanks

Yup!

Originally Posted by NOBD

The file name says they are.

Groover · Jan 4, 2011

Yes they are.

http://www.crockettandjones.co.uk/oxford-wigmore.html

Groover · Jan 4, 2011

Originally Posted by luk-cha

yes both pictures are of that dry, crispy old 200yo RR - awesome color and texture and the smell is great for keeping the moths away.

TG i am sure only gave me a bit from the edge, whihc was big enough (just) to make into a credit card wallet, but even then i would be concerned over the long term integrity of the leather as shoes

great story but i am not sure it is worth the extra $$$$

My concerns also. I think maybe the myth & legend clouds the reality, but without seeing the completed item it's difficult to say.

There was a thread & pictures around here or AAAC at one point, I wonder if those are holding up?

Cuttingboard · Jan 4, 2011

Many thanks...need to check these out when I go to my local C&J dealer.

chatty · Jan 4, 2011

I got these a couple weeks ago through Leffot. Ordered MTO Rider boots to get me through the winter. Shell cordovan and pebble grain combo with a dainite sole.

Fit well and are really durable as I wore them trudging through the blizzard.

pebblegrain · Jan 4, 2011

Originally Posted by Andrew W

It is because they are shoes I made myself. I've been studying shoemaking as a hobby on my own.

Is there a reason the toes are so square?

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