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    A quick heads-up (with a caveat*):

    Trickers Country Brogues, in a decent range of sizes, for £179.99 at TK Maxx.

    https://www.tkmaxx.com/men/shoes/bro...ues/p/27017210

    *The Trickers I bought from TK Maxx a while back had to be returned due to damage to the welt. I wouldn't expect these to be pristine/unmarked either...
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    ^ different sizes?

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    Loake Chester. 4 years and still going strong.


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    Quote Originally Posted by jwg663 View Post
    A quick heads-up (with a caveat*):

    Trickers Country Brogues, in a decent range of sizes, for £179.99 at TK Maxx.

    https://www.tkmaxx.com/men/shoes/bro...ues/p/27017210

    *The Trickers I bought from TK Maxx a while back had to be returned due to damage to the welt. I wouldn't expect these to be pristine/unmarked either...

    Quite a few pairs of Trickers & one or two pairs of Cheaney shoes back on TKmaxx if anyone’s up for a punt.
    https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/search?...inStock&page=0

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    A fresh pair of Tricker's arrived today. Obligatory change of laces to a more interesting colour.

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    Any experiences of Herring products here? I've just bought the Buxton and haven't worn them yet. Grateful for any real-life experience.

    https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herri...ots/brown-calf

    Thanks.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Any experiences of Herring products here? I've just bought the Buxton and haven't worn them yet. Grateful for any real-life experience.

    https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herri...ots/brown-calf

    Thanks.
    I have a few pairs of Herring shoes David. Good quality and some of them at least are made on Loake lasts.

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    Some of herrings stuff is made by Cheaney amongst others
    Their range from Carlos Santos are very good kit too.
    Have some Churchill shoes from them that are as good as anything I’ve owned.

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    Those loake boots are made in India, which they do on their cheaper lines. I have a pair of herring branded, loake, made in England black oxfords and I would say they're a step down from the Loake 1880s I have. 3/4 welt and a glued heel. Reasonable quality full grain calf leather. I wonder if the Cheaney's contract shoes are not so good as their own branded ones.

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    Thanks folks. I've had some lovely boots but the ones I've always lusted after are Grenson Fred. I have a pair incoming this week and expect them to be far superior to the Herrings which will be returned if I'm correct.

    These:

    https://www.grenson.com/uk/fred-mens...ral-grain.html
    Last edited by TaketheCannoli; 3rd November 2020 at 12:33.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks folks. I've had some lovely boots but the ones I've always lusted after are Grenson Fred. I have a pair incoming this week and expect them to be far superior to the Herrings which will be returned if I'm correct.

    These:

    https://www.grenson.com/uk/fred-mens...ral-grain.html
    They look lovely, very similar to the Loake Bedale but with a more textured grain.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks folks. I've had some lovely boots but the ones I've always lusted after are Grenson Fred. I have a pair incoming this week and expect them to be far superior to the Herrings which will be returned if I'm correct.

    These:

    https://www.grenson.com/uk/fred-mens...ral-grain.html
    I’ve had boots from most manufacturers mentioned here but the Fred is a great boot you’ll not be disappointed, I love the archies as well

    Enjoy


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    What Brogues are you wearing then? These anyone?

    Fred’s are very nice, but they are from Grensons G2 collection made in India.

    For £300 I’d rather stretch the budget and get a pair Made in England. Or give it a few weeks and the sales will be on and you won’t need to stretch the budget.

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    Thanks but my budget is already stretched and I got the Fred's for £175.

    Quote Originally Posted by noTAGlove View Post
    Fred’s are very nice, but they are from Grensons G2 collection made in India.

    For £300 I’d rather stretch the budget and get a pair Made in England. Or give it a few weeks and the sales will be on and you won’t need to stretch the budget.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks but my budget is already stretched and I got the Fred's for £175.
    At that price a no brainer. Good purchase.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks but my budget is already stretched and I got the Fred's for £175.
    Please PM me where!! Thanks

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    Grenson do a sale as mentioned below and they are usually sub 200 or better still occasionally they do a sample sale I picked mine up for £90 from the sample sale.

    Ive also got trickers STOW (sample sales twice a year normally gets posted here) and Cheaneys Edwin who also do an annual sale at brick lane and although technically they are better made and usually more expensive shoes I don't think either are as comfortable as my grensons but then I do have wide feet

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks folks. I've had some lovely boots but the ones I've always lusted after are Grenson Fred. I have a pair incoming this week and expect them to be far superior to the Herrings which will be returned if I'm correct.

    These:

    https://www.grenson.com/uk/fred-mens...ral-grain.html
    I have the grenson Stanley shoes I got them because they were a good fit but they are expensive and they just looked poor quality when compared with Loake 1880s,I didn’t expect them to last long but I have had them years and they have only just started to split so looks can be deceiving And I’ve now bought another pair for when the old one finally fall apart

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    Wow that is a bargain price for the samples, although guessing a common size 9 (size 8 Grenson?) is probably unlikely in the sample sales!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mj2k View Post
    Wow that is a bargain price for the samples, although guessing a common size 9 (size 8 Grenson?) is probably unlikely in the sample sales!
    To be honest there is usually a good choice - does tend to be last seasons styles, one offs that type of thing but it’s pot luck like most sales are

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    Seven Wolves in Norwich have 60% off Loakes at the mo.

    Picked some 1880 Edwards up for £96.00

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    Alas, no website.

    Quote Originally Posted by Pitch3110 View Post
    Seven Wolves in Norwich have 60% off Loakes at the mo.

    Picked some 1880 Edwards up for £96.00

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    This thread made me think of Mark Corrigan.


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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Alas, no website.
    If they have what you want buddy I can pick and post. Oh hang on a bit........lockdown......

    I an sure they will have a similar sale at Christmas, they always do and they did have plenty of Chester, Edwards, Burfords in various sizes and colours.

    Ta

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    Thanks for the offer....bloody COVID :(

    I'm sure either the Herrings or Grenson will be kept.

    Quote Originally Posted by Pitch3110 View Post
    If they have what you want buddy I can pick and post. Oh hang on a bit........lockdown......

    I an sure they will have a similar sale at Christmas, they always do and they did have plenty of Chester, Edwards, Burfords in various sizes and colours.

    Ta

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    Loake have released a hiker style boot that I really want, but Clarks have a very similar looking boot made from Goretex for less than half the price (£125 vs £280). I haven't owned Clarks since I was a kid. Do they make well fitting and well made shoes?

    https://www.clarks.co.uk/c/Batcombe-...TEX/p/26144797

    https://www.loake.com/product/hiker-brown-suede/

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    The Loakes are an F fitting which is very narrow. The Clarks are a G fit so more attractive. I have a few pairs of their G fit Desert Boots and they're superb. My black leather ones are more than five years old now and still in excellent order despite being worn a lot. Everything into account I'd go for the Clarks.

    Quote Originally Posted by MrBanks View Post
    Loake have released a hiker style boot that I really want, but Clarks have a very similar looking boot made from Goretex for less than half the price (£125 vs £280). I haven't owned Clarks since I was a kid. Do they make well fitting and well made shoes?

    https://www.clarks.co.uk/c/Batcombe-...TEX/p/26144797

    https://www.loake.com/product/hiker-brown-suede/

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    The Loakes are an F fitting which is very narrow. The Clarks are a G fit so more attractive. I have a few pairs of their G fit Desert Boots and they're superb. My black leather ones are more than five years old now and still in excellent order despite being worn a lot. Everything into account I'd go for the Clarks.
    Thanks for the feedback, I agree. I am much more comfortable in a G as well. Will go and try the Clarks on today. I have 2 pairs of Loake boots and they are reasonably comfortable have very little in the way of cushioning.

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    These aren't my usual thing but are a G fitting and are pretty bloody lovely I think:

    https://www.loake.com/product/sedbergh-black-grain/

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    'F' is a medium fitting according to Loake's size guide. The boots in question are made on their '024' last which Loake states is a roomier fit than normal.

    As with all shoes & boots, you need to try them on!
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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    These aren't my usual thing but are a G fitting and are pretty bloody lovely I think:

    https://www.loake.com/product/sedbergh-black-grain/
    They look quite similar to my Crockett & Jones Coniston boots except they’re black and have the commando sole instead of Dainite.

    I find commando sole more comfortable, the only problem is it picks up loads of stones and mud.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MrBanks View Post
    Loake have released a hiker style boot that I really want, but Clarks have a very similar looking boot made from Goretex for less than half the price (£125 vs £280). I haven't owned Clarks since I was a kid. Do they make well fitting and well made shoes?

    https://www.clarks.co.uk/c/Batcombe-...TEX/p/26144797

    https://www.loake.com/product/hiker-brown-suede/
    Keep an eye on TKMaxx then run Diemme at times, I paid 60 quid for some Vets, massive saving.

    https://www.diemme.com/shop/roccia-vet-brown-leather/

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pitch3110 View Post
    Keep an eye on TKMaxx then run Diemme at times, I paid 60 quid for some Vets, massive saving.

    https://www.diemme.com/shop/roccia-vet-brown-leather/

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    That is a bargain, I like the look of Roccia vets. I don’t think they’re a true hiking boot but definitely a nicely made winter boot.

    I’ve never seen Diemme in TK Maxx before.

    Brandecosse have their boots made by Diemme, they look very nice.

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    Not brogues - but if anyone has small feet (only in 8) - for £80 these are great value:

    https://www.clarksoutlet.co.uk/p/261278567

    (use EXTRA20)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Alansmithee View Post
    Not brogues - but if anyone has small feet (only in 8) - for £80 these are great value:

    https://www.clarksoutlet.co.uk/p/261278567

    (use EXTRA20)
    Too big for me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Alansmithee View Post
    Not brogues - but if anyone has small feet (only in 8) - for £80 these are great value:

    https://www.clarksoutlet.co.uk/p/261278567

    (use EXTRA20)
    They look good! Like a sturdier desert boot. Chukka really I suppose.

    For desert boots I would recommend Astorflex, they are really nicely made for the money and very comfortable.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Reiver View Post
    That is a bargain, I like the look of Roccia vets. I don’t think they’re a true hiking boot but definitely a nicely made winter boot.

    I’ve never seen Diemme in TK Maxx before.

    Brandecosse have their boots made by Diemme, they look very nice.
    Our old pal Dave put me onto Diemme years ago and gave me the heads up. Mine are the Roc’s.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Reiver View Post
    They look good! Like a sturdier desert boot. Chukka really I suppose.

    For desert boots I would recommend Astorflex, they are really nicely made for the money and very comfortable.

    I have a pair of these they are their desert boot with a goodyear welt.

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    Wow, tremendous value! I have the crepe sole version that I managed to pick up for £50 earlier this year. Those 8s are still there....and my size :(

    Quote Originally Posted by Alansmithee View Post
    Not brogues - but if anyone has small feet (only in 8) - for £80 these are great value:

    https://www.clarksoutlet.co.uk/p/261278567

    (use EXTRA20)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pitch3110 View Post
    Our old pal Dave put me onto Diemme years ago and gave me the heads up. Mine are the Roc’s.


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    I will keep a look out for some.

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    The Grenson Fred arrived and are tremendous.
    I’m usually an 8 / 8.5 so went up to a 9 and they’re perfect.








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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    The Grenson Fred arrived and are tremendous.
    I’m usually an 8 / 8.5 so went up to a 9 and they’re perfect.







    Very nice! I reckon that leather should age nicely.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    The Grenson Fred arrived and are tremendous.
    I’m usually an 8 / 8.5 so went up to a 9 and they’re perfect.







    Very nice! I reckon that leather should age nicely.

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    I thought you had to size down with these from everything I’ve read?

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    I read two reviews, one saying go up and the other go down so I gambled.

    Quote Originally Posted by Mj2k View Post
    I thought you had to size down with these from everything I’ve read?

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    I got the Grenson here:
    https://www.asos.com/grenson/grenson...renson%20boots

    Join as a new member and they'll offer you a 30% off code.

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    @ TaketheCanoli, very nice boots and I would love a pair of full grain boots but you need to loose the crossover of the laces across the tongue. A little unsightly and by loosing the crossover it alleviates any pressure points on the instep.

    Something like this (excuse the scruffy boots)

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    Thanks Ben but I can’t stand boots laced like that, hence the cross overs.

    Quote Originally Posted by ben4watches View Post
    @ TaketheCanoli, very nice boots and I would love a pair of full grain boots but you need to loose the crossover of the laces across the tongue. A little unsightly and by loosing the crossover it alleviates any pressure points on the instep.

    Something like this (excuse the scruffy boots)


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    Fair doos David. How about cross lace without the back crossover over the tongue.




    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks Ben but I can’t stand boots laced like that, hence the cross overs.
    Cheers,

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    What does that even mean Ben? You certainly know a lot about laces Ben haha.

    I've laced my Timberlands up like I do for 25 years and never had any issues. What's the issue with the tongues?

    Quote Originally Posted by ben4watches View Post
    Fair doos David. How about cross lace without the back crossover over the tongue.


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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Thanks Ben but I can’t stand boots laced like that, hence the cross overs.
    I’m with you on that one


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