Ranking Men's RTW Shoes over $500 (28 BEST & WORST Brands!)

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Our ranking of 28 men’s ready-to-wear shoe brands above $500 and how they compare against each other: gentl.mn/ranking-rtw-shoes-br...
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00:00 Best and Worst Men’s RTW Shoe Brands Introduction
Indeed, your shoes are something most people notice upon making their first impression and are often the last thing that’s seen when you walk away. There’s no denying that a great pair of shoes will elevate even an average-looking rest of the outfit. So if your shoes are the foundation of a top-notch ensemble, maybe our rankings will help you in your footwear choices!
00:55 The Rules
a. We’re only considering the ready-to-wear shoes that these brands provide
b. We’re going to be ranking (in truth, grading) these brands across five categories, ranging from best to worst.
c. No one has sponsored this video or paid us to discuss their shoes in it.
d. The brands are listed basically at random, in no particular order.
e. And of course, these are ultimately our personal opinions and therefore subjective.
02:05 1. Alden
02:41 2. Allen Edmonds (Independence Collection)
04:07 3. Altan
04:54 4. Edward Green
06:02 5. John Lobb
06:30 6. Crockett & Jones
07:07 7. George Cleverley
07:50 8. Gaziano Girling
08:52 9. Jeffery West
09:23 10. Church’s
10:03 11. Ed. Meier
11:07 12. Enzo Bonafe
11:50 13. Salvatore Ferragamo
12:14 14. Gucci
13:05 15. Tod’s
13:44 16. Baudoin & Lange
14:32 17. Tricker’s
15:24 18. Saint Crispin’s
16:46 19. Santoni
17:27 20. Bally
18:28 21. Ludwig Reiter
19:10 22. Stubbs & Wootton
20:35 23. Grenson
21:11 24. Saint Laurent
21:26 25. Corthay
22:51 26. Vass Shoes
24:31 27. Heinrich Dinkelacker
25:23 28. Alfred Sargent
What did you think of our rankings? And, did we miss a brand of ready-to-wear shoes that you would have put on the list? Ultimately, whichever brand of shoes you choose to go with, if you invest in fit and quality, not only will your feet thank you, but you’ll also literally be putting your best (and most stylish) foot forward.
26:49 Outfit Rundown

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@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

A note for our viewers: a previous version of this video erroneously stated that Florentine bespoke shoemaker Roberto Ugolini was deceased, but he is very much alive. In fact, it was another Florentine bespoke shoemaker, Stefano Bemer, who passed away in 2012. We wish Mr. Ugolini continued success!

@tutun722 Жыл бұрын

Hi where can you get bespoke shoes in the $1,300 range? I saw that it was mentioned in the article.

@robertbethune5418 Ай бұрын

I believe that these particular shoes are above high quality standards, and I would recommend them to anyone willing to pay the ticket. Bc they are definitely worth it if you ask me.

@HonJazzz 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve found that buying quality shoes is actually cheaper in the long run provided that you take care of them. I bought a pair of red wing boots 5 years ago and I still get compliments on them.

@Dasycottus Жыл бұрын

Santoni's Fatte a Mano line is actually worth buying. The others are fairly average, but it seems overly harsh to stick them below fashion brands like Tods, Ferragamo (minus the Tramezzas) Jeffrey West, and Gucci.

@jeffreyhiggins3041 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the video. I agree on almost every point. I would have loved to hear you opinion on Carmina and JM Weston. Keep it up!

@aneezabdul-karim6242 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent and very informative! What are your thoughts on Berluti?

@Doctorfilth42069 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Vass in this video. I have a few pairs from them in the U last, and they're now the only shoes I'll buy. Amazing craftsmanship for a reasonable price, especially if you're outside the EU and don't have to pay VAT.

@josephheinecke1992 2 жыл бұрын

Gonna have to check them out

@bradle4162 2 жыл бұрын

Austro-Hungarians are honestly underrated in general. They have the oldest bespoke shoemaking firm (Scheer) and arguably the most important shoe designer Nikolaus Tuczek who taught George Cleverely and was a strong inspiration for Daniel Wegan was from A-H.

@louiscyfer6944 2 жыл бұрын

vass is horrible. terrible customer service and they don't even make grown up sized shoes

@josephheinecke1992 2 жыл бұрын

@@louiscyfer6944 tell me about your customer service experience. Its one of the most important aspects to me when I make a purchase. One of the things I love about TLB is their outstanding customer service. If I know a company is subpar it makes me very unlikely to order from them.

@louiscyfer6944 2 жыл бұрын

@@josephheinecke1992 it took about 10 attempts to contact them before they replied. when they did reply it was rude.

@jochem1986 2 жыл бұрын

This is going to be a fantastic video! Thanks in advance, Sven!

@Nathan_Wright 2 жыл бұрын

This was a very nice selection of brands. It’s interesting to see different perspectives on some of these, and even within your team, how some liked a brand maybe more than others. There are some brands I wish you would’ve included like Bontoni or Antonio Meccariello or Norman Vilalta for example. I know it’s impossible to include all of them though because the video would be extremely long. Another interesting one I have experience with is Justin Fitzpatricks shoes. His catalogue to shop from is huge and he offers some pretty unique options with some custom mto stuff as well. Shoepassion has some nice ones and so does Carmina. I have been indulging in Carmina’s custom program which basically allows you to choose a lots of options, like a mto program that’s pretty in depth.

@coldtusker647 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another great video. I feel you would have included Norman Vilalta and Antonio Meccariello lines if you had extensive wear experience with them. Both coming to RTW with strong experience in Bespoke shoemaking. It would also be informative if one day you could make a video of maybe 15 best dress boots above $500. I have seen many of your videos and learned so much.

@plantbased2846 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video. Great concept as another viewer mentioned.

@yairk9898 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Surprised not to see viberg? They’re great too! Also love Vass. Would love to see a similar video on watches. Great content!

@duytanmai8590 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the amazing video. Can you make a video about: How to wear navy dress shoes?

@chijiraden 2 жыл бұрын

Would like to see the tier list of handwelted bespoke shoes as well. Thanks for the clear, concise and informative content as always.

@toddhildebrand6057 Жыл бұрын

This channel is a great resource for us. Cheers from Western Canada!

@Donmenon Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I’d love to see your take on Moreschi shoes by the way.

@basila1162 2 жыл бұрын

Alfred Sargent went out of business during the pandemic. Their inventory was purchased in the bankruptcy, but the founding family and new investors purchased the manufacturing equipment and now make shoes under the Paul Sargent name.

@gentlemansgazette 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, we had not followed that deveolpment.

@meneurb 2 жыл бұрын

Always i watch your video..great work...i have e question .....TLB Mallorca...and Scarosso.... your opinion and your ranking .. thank you

@dejuanmcguire9348 2 жыл бұрын

Good topic and video. Would you consider doing another video with shoe brands under $500? Some brands I suggest ranking include Allen Edmonds (not their Independence Collection), Loake, TLB Mallorca, Carmina, Sons of Henrey, Thomas Bird, Beckett Simonon, Meermin, Jack Erwin, Ace Marks, Thursday Boot Company, Velasca, Anthony Veer, CNES, J. Fitzpatrick, and Taft, to name a few.

@frankrizzo7185 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and well done. Especially VASS being recognized. It would be nice if we could try on those shoes in New York City. I would love to see $350-$500 range. What about Viberg shoes? Love this series!

@DemetriosLevi 2 жыл бұрын

Ouch, my favorite pair in my collection is a pair of Santoni's I got new under $300 (new $700) and I have to disagree, the quality is phenomenal. Hand painted with the most beautiful layered rich colors, super comfy, and it mixed brand being more fashionable but super traditional in terms of shoe making. Regardless of what you think of the styles, it deserves a higher spot. Still, a great video as always! Makes me really want to try out Vass. Maybe I'll convert you to the Belgian loafer gang haha! Cheers

@scottbarker3885 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. My favourites are Santoni Goodyear-welted wholecuts. Phenomenal quality/finish, beautiful last, fantastic arch support. (Admittedly MSRP on these was way above $500). I’ve never found a pair of Allen Edmonds that I’d want to wear, based on homely looks and coarse finishes. I think Alden’s use of sub-quality innards is appalling at their price point.

@DemetriosLevi 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottbarker3885 exactly. I've personally never been attracted to Allen Edmonds; very standard looking with not much flair and yeah, the finishing isn't all that. The fact that Simon Crampton at Permanent Style and Justin FitzPatrick at The Shoe Snob praise Santoni is enough regardless of my personal experience...

@arg6831 Жыл бұрын

Placing Santoni below tods Gucci etc is total bs

@willbetenson8299 Жыл бұрын

Santoni is expensive but the quality is great and they are very comfy. It's hard to give this video any credibility when he rates Santoni an F. He clearly is just a hater.

@billo123456788 Жыл бұрын

I came here to say the same thing. Surprised he put Santoni so low.

@gaius68 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Would be interesting to hear your views on Antonio Meccariello, Stefano Bemer, Paolo Scafora, New & Lingwood, Loake, JM Weston, Carmina, Carlos Santos, Zegna?

@joelstatosky1817 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with Vass being on the top of this list, they're shoes are almost always under $500, and they have wonderful lasts and craftsmanship. There is also an option to get b grade shoes with minor defects and those can be had for around $350. In my opinion, Vass undoubtedly provides the best shoe for the money, and It's the shoe I would recommend to anyone below the bespoke shoe price range. Some brands that have been gaining attention have been TLB Mallorca as well as Yeosall, I haven't tried them out personally so I'd like to see your review before I drop the cash. Again I would love to say thank you to everyone at the Gentleman's Gazette for these wonderful videos, while I'm a bit more fashion-forward in regards to classical style ( I wear pinstripe or black jackets instead of a regular navy blazer). I really do appreciate everything you guys do and have taught me. Here's a quick tip for those who are more fashion-forward however, learn the rules and acquire the basic garments of classical menswear, and then and only then should you branch outside the traditional. From time to time try a black blazer instead of navy, or get a pinstripe jacket and put that on with grey pants. Do it right and I promise you won't look like an idiot. I think a video that many of us want to see is the best shoe regardless of the price video (including, rtr, mtm and bespoke). It's nice to have a holy grail to save up for.

@melvin7591 2 жыл бұрын

My Allen Edmonds size is 10.5 D. Given my Allen Edmonds size, do you know the equivalent size for an F last model of Vass? I love these videos; keep up the good work.

@dangaines405 2 жыл бұрын

Great reviews! Saint Crispins and Vass are my preferred brands.

@Tomorrowshouse 2 жыл бұрын

$300-$500 comparison video would be fantastic! I am close to buying some Velasca shoes (I see you did a video on them in the past) but would be nice to know how they compare to others in the same price point. Great work as always!

@DLGemma 2 жыл бұрын

Velasca shoes are a no brainer. Hand made in Italy at such a low price point. Nothing extreme style wise. Basic and traditional shoes.

@AndreMonz 2 жыл бұрын

Go straight to TLB Mallorca.

@KoolKyurem25 2 жыл бұрын

@fgfghjkggdfdghjfgfjh I have a pair of Osts in blue suede. The suede gets a bit dirty due to where I live(AZ) and because of my wider feet, the upper kinda squishes against the sole, so some of the dye has rubbed onto the upper. The fudging has also imprinted into the uppers. A bit odd but it might just be due to my feet. Otherwise fairly comfortable and mold to your feet rather quickly. Plus the closed channel is an appreciated detail at such a low price point.

@tracker54 Жыл бұрын

Completely agree on Vass shoes - they are just incredible for the price. Surprised on Santoni, though - all my local stores offer them (Fatte A Mano line) at around $500 - $800, and they come in some very attractive lasts - as well as nice materials. During sales season they're obviously much cheaper.

@CoolChevere 2 жыл бұрын

I own several pairs on the list. My favorite pair that I own are from Gaziano & Girling. I even have a 20 plus year old pair of Ferragamo’s that have been resoled several times. I’m guessing quality has changed with the years. Corthay Arca is next on my list to buy. A few shoes that you didn’t mention Berluti (I do think you talked about them in a Q&A talk), J.M. Weston, Paolo Scafora, Bentoni and Norman Vilalta.

@krunoslavkovacec1842 2 жыл бұрын

I hope this year we'll get a video on Sven's clothes collection.

@furdiebant 2 жыл бұрын

Love section on Vass and thanks for the background re Ugolini and the welts he designed

@thebeleepo7693 2 жыл бұрын

This was good and well presented.

@bunkerman99 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this video very much. Thank You. I have a pair of Cleverly shoes made to copy a British style WW2 service shoe in looks and out of Scotch Grain. I got these circa 2005. I remember the cost was $315 and they were from the cheaper line. They had a middle line for the $570ish range and bespoke started at $2000 or so. One of the most comfortable shoes I ever wore. I wore out the leather soles and heals and put a vibram medium lug sole in them and wore those out as well and resoled them in Vibrams again. Still going strong and I keep them polished and they are still casual presentable as a walker or with jeand or khakis. I know you dont like Vibrams but I always thought a military shoe was the exception to the rule.

@whatacouple 2 жыл бұрын

Love these videos thank you

@chrisl9289 2 жыл бұрын

Great video guys!

@josephheinecke1992 2 жыл бұрын

Love the grading system!

@logografia Жыл бұрын

Hi Gazette team, Quick question: Size varies from one brand to another. I usually wear Allen Edmonds or Crockett Jones. US 10.5 and UK 9.5 respectively. I've found a pair of Alden online US 10.5. Would you say that they are similar in size to Allen Edmonds? Thanks for your time.

@steffenbaden-baden3723 2 жыл бұрын

Alden is my favorite, still have my first pair of them, bought in 1991 and they look Not like new but really great for that Long time 👍

@floridafyme 2 ай бұрын

They're excellent shoes.

@taimurchoudhry. 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video... I think this was first time that you spoke of such a vast range of shoe brands. Yes! there are many brands still out there that maybe deserve to be mentioned. Just a recommendation, please do try to visit Justin Fitzpatrick when ever you are in New York. He makes some amazing shoes which are a level above TLB, Carmina and Allen Edmonds. You have great taste in shoes and I Think you will really like them in every aspect. Thanks for making these videos.

@pendragonfilm Жыл бұрын

Any thoughts on Moreschi and Rossetti and being an Aussie are there any Australian brands apart from our RM Williams worth knowing about ?

@brianaw220 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Is a tier list for sub-$500 on the way? As a teacher, I live in the Thursday Boots, Beckett Simonon, Meermin, Jay Butler world with my pay.

@EOTA564 7 ай бұрын

I think the way Allen Edmonds has stuck to its guns with its traditional styling almost makes them more bold in a contemporary setting, especially outside of the US.

@marcgalouzeaudevillepin7251 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you for the video. I would be glad that you talk about one of my country's brand : Paraboot ; which deserves an A for their quality/price range.

@ninovasev Жыл бұрын

estetethics and tempo are just right...keep on, and thank you

@jaycolinzhai 2 жыл бұрын

really enjoy the ranking video

@gauchodeselva 2 жыл бұрын

Good evening. First of all, I want to congratulate you for this magnificent channel and by the way, I wanted to ask. What classic clothing would be suitable for riding motorcycles? Thank you very much for the content you offer us. I send you a big greeting from the Bolivian Amazon.

@jjnelsonfox Жыл бұрын

Completely agree with you on just about everything except for Santoni. Their entry level shoes are blake stitched, as stated, but their higher end Goodyear shoes are phenomenal. Hand made, great quality, and beautiful designs. I also think Santoni shoes are some of the most comfortable dress shoes you can get but that’s just me 🤷🏻‍♂️.

@Talisker40 Жыл бұрын

Great video! There is one brand which could be placed in the A- Region which’s missing: Carmina from Mallorca/Spain

@MisterRorschach90 2 жыл бұрын

Will you please do an entire episode on tweeds and other similar fabrics? The history, the best makers, and the alternatives like silk, linen, bamboo, or flax tweed style blends and fabrics.

@MRezzaAdinataHutagalung 2 жыл бұрын

Continue to inspire the men of this generation. 👍

@texasdave5136 2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see your opinions of the product line from Oak Street Bootmakers.

@owenopi8694 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to hear your opinions on Berluti

@animeboitiddies6146 2 жыл бұрын

a video on the $300-500 would be nice. i would also be interested in greater detail on good options for those of us who have wide feet, or who walk a lot and need the extra room for comfort and foot swell.

@UrSSuL 4 ай бұрын

Didi you have the chance to try Septieme Largeur? How would they fit into the ranking?

@Davidtime 2 жыл бұрын

No viberg? I know they're big on boots but their oxfords and derbys are pretty amazing. would love to hear your perspective on them!

@duytanmai8590 2 жыл бұрын

I also agree with your opinions on Tricker's. I think they are the best country shoes.

@Deimian676 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely needed!

@nickkalister6291 Жыл бұрын

grew up in Wisconsin, so it's always been Allen Edmunds for me! :)

@MightyRostam 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I wish you had included Carmina and Carlos Santos shoes.

@silentsir2446 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely surprising that he didnt include either of those. (Along with TLB Mallorca)...these easily represent the best Quality to Price ratio

@valentins7120 2 жыл бұрын

I'd have liked to know your opinion about Heschung, a French shoemaker. Cheers!

@RC-qc2nz Жыл бұрын

I live in Germany. Would you recommend shoepassion shoes for under 500 euros or dollars?

@Rodrigo-cs3dh 2 жыл бұрын

A Tier List!! More of these :)

@bobvanboekel3966 Жыл бұрын

I don't really get the Santoni criticism. I love the designs they are very sleek and stylish. I own 1 pair and that's all the dress shoes I have (im an adolescent) and I absolutely fell in love with them from the start. So what exactly puts them in the D-? Maybe we have different priorities in shoes, that you judge by the amount of craftsmanship and I judge by the sharpness of the design? I am trying to get a grasp of the world of men's classic dressing hehe.

@DLGemma Жыл бұрын

He is just being a passionate hater

@viasartoria 2 жыл бұрын

Nice compilation. You also need to look into the new wave of high end shoemakers such as Antonio Meccariello, Norman Vilalta and Paolo Scafora. The product they offer at their price points will put all incumbents to shame.

@gentlemansgazette 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly, we have not had a chance to test one of their shoes.

@viasartoria 2 жыл бұрын

@@gentlemansgazette it is the definitive holy trinity of high end shoemaking currently IMO, and I have had experience with many of the names on your list. Give them a try, you won’t regret it

@marioe6696 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Might want to send your shoes to Preston Soto of The Elegant Oxford to buff out the scuffs on the toes.

@justRORIRARU 2 жыл бұрын

He got some at the heelcaps too. Well one doesn't need a youtuber to care for ones shoes better then that. Dad would have given me the belt but for sure no compliments ;)

@gfhjkfghj4208 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Gents, what's your opinion on Hammerstein shoes?

@josephheinecke1992 2 жыл бұрын

I think TLB Mallorca holds its own against alot of brands. Even ones more expensive. High quality to price ratio.

@petermonarchist9542 Жыл бұрын

LGBTQ Mallorca

@harrybate3620 2 жыл бұрын

So are Crockett and Jones/Hiernich Dinkerlaker not worth buying?

@kevinbutler1968 2 жыл бұрын

You missed Joseph Cheaney - beautiful classic but affordable shoes.

@user-ix7li2wm7m 10 ай бұрын

Cheaney is really a gem.

@fishfullness 9 ай бұрын

Also Loake - I've had a few lovely pairs over the years - they are classic style and wear very well

@richyclubsport5155 2 ай бұрын

Especially at the factory shop

@jgb0017 7 ай бұрын

Rozsnyai makes a great handwelted RTW shoe with many, many lasts. They have their Budapesters, but their standard styles are much sleeker. I prefer the MTO because the more extravagant style is not for me, but the shoes are great. Also, Marc Guyot does a great shoe if one is really into that Golden Age look.

@dsa78 2 жыл бұрын

There’s a lot of excitement on forums about Grant Stone shoes. They’re popular in the USA. I’d love to hear your opinion on them.

@portlandreviewer6582 Жыл бұрын

You rated Allen Edmunds above Alden? No way

@Sams911 2 жыл бұрын

Gaziano & Gerling and John Lobb Paris have to be #1 and #2 on my list!

@kidze31 2 жыл бұрын

amazing! Please do a shirt one as well!

@mariyandimiccoli7913 2 жыл бұрын

What about milanese brand Fratelli Rossetti? What's your opinion.

@greg2356 2 жыл бұрын

How could you omit Berluti and Bontoni???

@claytonberg721 2 жыл бұрын

Whenever someone talks trickers they talk country shoes/boots but I'm a really big fan of their town shoes. I've got three pairs, the lasts work well on me and the materials are fantastic. Their online outlet store is always well stocked and their CS is great. love that brand.

@animeboitiddies6146 2 жыл бұрын

trickers were the brand that got me into menswear. i saw a beautiful pair of their patinad green shoes and although ill never own them as they were a limited production run, i aspire to one day own a pair of shoes that will match them. they also looked comfortably wide in their profile too.

@abhishekparmar6702 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for providing me with names and opinions, now i can do my own reasearch. I have a request, can you do explainer on types of leather and stitching, there's a lot of variety and it's difficult to make sense of what's functional, what's aesthetic and what's purely bragging rights.

@joshuasmith1877 Жыл бұрын

Of all of your videos, the outfit in this one is my favorite! I wish I could figure out how to copy it.

@raymondconners 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Please make a video for the $300-500 range.

@finw-k6805 Жыл бұрын

As a Northamptonian myself, I’m glad to see our flag is still flying in the dress shoe world despite years of concern about the Northampton shoe industry

@jameslyddall 9 ай бұрын

Got three pairs of barkers shoes I’m really happy with. Crockett and Jones at £540 would be my absolute limit for what I a, willing to spend on shoes.

@DSjockey 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a comparison of dress shoes in the $300 to $500 range, I would also like to hear the maximum shoe size these Manufacturers offer. Finally I would very much like to hear about shoe makers that make larger size shoes, I wear a 14 2E but may be a 15 depending. Allen Edmonds seems to be my only choice below $500, are there any others?

@mcsc730 2 жыл бұрын

Id like to know too. Size 14D/15D

@chadgifford499 2 жыл бұрын

Yay I love these vids.

@felixmichel7469 Жыл бұрын

What do you think About Heinrich dinkelacker with rendenbach Sohlen

@truthordare-kd8dx 2 жыл бұрын

Love the Vass K last. Fit’s my feet perfectly.

@bushfriend2718 2 жыл бұрын

I’d love to get your opinion on brunello cuccinelli

@McMaxW Жыл бұрын

Any experience with the German brand Hammerstein?

@MrMarcob73 2 жыл бұрын

Tricker’s and Alden is my way! I have more than dozen of pairs, and some of them they are 25-30 years, shoes that age in a fantastic way.

@aynsleyjeansonne 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see JM Weston and RM Williams SIGNATURE line.

@pezzonovante888 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you included the Gucci loafer. I know, it's a fashion brand, but the 1953 loafer is an exception. It's blake stitched so will never win over die hard shoe nerds, but then again, if they were Goodyear welted they wouldn't have the same sleek look. After all, the styling of a shoe is very important for most.

@abdulazizahmed838 11 ай бұрын

I have plenty of Gucci dress shoes that works great for me

@cut2cure Жыл бұрын

Somewhat surprised to not see Viberg on this thread.. would be curious to see how they rank …

@FabianVanL 6 ай бұрын

Recently bought a pair of Saint Crispin's at 70% off. Beautiful shoes. Obviously super happy with them. A+!

@nimalvallipuram2570 7 ай бұрын

The French brands, Heschung and J.M. Weston, I am partial to split toe which French do the best. Thanks

@mdleweight 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. For those in the NYC area, Santoni shoes are sold at a Santoni outlet in Harriman NY at up to 50% off retail. They are really solidly made. I suspect they, along with the cockroaches, will survive a nuclear war. The three pairs I have purchased there (ranging from $500 to $600) have matched or exceeded my expectations. They are very stiff leather but remarkably comfortable given how rigid they are. I used to buy mostly A. Testoni. They were pricy but perfect for my foot shape. On sale at the Rome store on the day after Epiphany, they were more reasonably priced. Unfortunately, they have cheapened their materials and construction and gone for a mass market. I found one pair of "new old stock" A. Testoni in Hong Kong 4 years ago but those days are over. Your list in this video gives me some other new options to try. Thanks.

@MedicalNeptune Жыл бұрын

Woodbury Commons! Yes!

@hanwenyap 2 жыл бұрын

I think there are many many many makers that can replace some brands in the list. Acme and Gordon Jimjun of China, many Japanese makers like Yohei Fukuda and Siroeno Yosui.

@claytonberg721 2 жыл бұрын

I think yearn will be my next high end shoe purchase

@gentlemansgazette 2 жыл бұрын

We have to try out all the others...

@squirrelsquirellian2829 2 жыл бұрын

I'd be interested in hearing your opinions about military surplus parade/dress boots, i personally quite like them since they have a nice mix of stylish military flare with old fashioned gentleman's and are easily found pretty cheap in surplus and second hand stores.

@JasperDamste 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds very interesting. Especially if they are at a lower price point. Anything over $250 would be too rich for me.

@squirrelsquirellian2829 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasperDamste I keep finding military ankle boots and oxford shoes for 30-50$ lol. The most expensive one i wear is a pair of italian police jackboots in great condition i found for 150$ tax shipping import fees included.

@JasperDamste 2 жыл бұрын

@@squirrelsquirellian2829 definitly more in my budget. I've looked around on militairy surplus websites, but all I could find were combat boots. Is there a website you'd recommend?

@squirrelsquirellian2829 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasperDamste Ebay and Etsy have a lot of good stuff, it's where i get most of my best finds, just make sure the seller has a good rating and the item has a decent description and pictures.

@michaelsamuels9901 7 ай бұрын

Just your thoughts on barker shoes from the uk

@samtan4729 2 жыл бұрын

How would you rate Hermes and Bottega Veneta?

@aaronminkenberg8386 2 жыл бұрын

I would love a breakdown of a used eBay saint Laurent boot To really see what’s inside of a „design“ boot

@johnleake5657 7 ай бұрын

Ugh... I was wanting to find a cheaper replacement for my Crockett & Jones Coniston boots - and thanks to your video I now want a pair of Edward Green Galway boots...

@matthewblainey4254 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'd love to see some lower end goodyear welted shoes like loakes and barker get some attention, at these price points it is more likely to see fashion brands blurring the lines if quality in the $300 area

@matthewblainey4254 2 жыл бұрын

@fgfghjkggdfdghjfgfjh soles are soles, personally I would happily buy an ideal shoe with zero quality soles for £200 less than the same shoe with nice soles. Though I can see how in a vast collection, where they wouldn't get worn through very quickly, the wrong soles and the cost of resoling could impact a decision to purchase. Like tires on a car whilst not being a dealbreaker for one's dream car, is definitely an annoying extra expense.