Reasonable work shoes

I have about nine or ten pairs in my watch list - Doc Martens, Solovair, Hush Puppies (I know they used to be good?), and CATs. How do we feel about the last two?
The Eccos are a bit pricey for me, especially as I might buy two pairs to wear them out evenly and let them dry out as per the helpful post earlier.
 
Gairdner said:
Grand, I always like a bit of British manufacturing history but more especially of the motorcycling sort. Oh for a Brough Superior but I don't want Lawrence's! I'm sure those DM's you pictured could be made shiny with a bit of elbow grease and parade gloss. Failing that, several coats of Resolene and a good wax would certainly do it.

P.S. wasn't the cricket poo - Uncle Algy and Boyc's Mum will be waving their rhubarb angrily!
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My dad's a real British motorcycle enthusiast. He was a ton-up boy in the '60s, and is now a member of the Vintage Motorcycle Club. He's into Velocettes mostly these days.

I didn't see any of the cricket - I'm a bit of a Test snob, I'm afraid, but I can imagine Boycs being annoyed and stating that his mum and her pinny could have saved the day, along with the sage words of Uncle Algy.:angel::icon_razz:
 
Gone for one of each of these:
Hush Puppies: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380471212246&var=650067617255
Solovair: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=221133778986

Thanks for all the help, guys. Hopefully it'll be a year before I have to buy any more and I'll have a more comfortable time with them.
 
They look the business NTS, I've had Cats before, can't remember what happened to them but I know they didn't wear out.
For your feet try standing on the edge of a step, just your toes, facing up the steps/stairs and let your heal drop slowly down to stretch the tendons under your foot.
 
Since the shoes thread has sorted out NTS...

I'm always trying to find a nice pair of shoes like these, but well made. What brands should I be looking at or what retailer? I've never spent much money on shoes and I suspect that's why I don't think any pair I've liked has lasted.

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That's the style of shoes I like...
 
Oh, I can find not expensive versions - very easily in Next etc. But I'd like a pair that will last years. The ones from Next etc are easy to get cheap, but there's almost no point looking after them because they're not built to last.
 
CAT's are shite (sorry Mikael) as are most of the other boot makers that went east to lower costs, it was also drummed into me that I should wear laced shoes because they give far better support. Probably true but then I've only ever worn lace ups.
 
NotTheStig, I've followed this thread, but then I was surprised you chose slip-ons. There is no adjustment other than insoles. With laces you can (I do) lace different shoes diferently eg to keep the heel secure but toes more free, vice versa, only tight in middle for arch support, and loosen them when prolonged sitting etc. You can even lace them for a one-handed knot for more seruptitious adjustments. If you have normally worn slip-ons, I suspect that they are part of your problems.
I hadn't posted earlier in the thread as I didn't for one moment think you would consider slip-ons, so perhaps make those you've bought last a lot longer by wearing them less!
love'n'joy
Lloyd

Just found what I was looking for -
http://www.aofas.org/footcaremd/how-to/footwear/Pages/Lacing-Techniques-for-Proper-Shoe-Fit.aspx
Not quite what I've been taught, but close enough.
love'n'joy
Lloyd
 
Try this site
Made for nurses who spend all day on their feet.
I have used them a lot and find them exelent.
http://www.wardwalkers.com/category/89/Mens_Shoes
 
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wellboy said:
Try this site
Made for nurses who spend all day on their feet.
I have used them a lot and find them exelent.
http://www.wardwalkers.com/category/89/Mens_Shoes
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Those 5 fingers look a bit weird. Anyone tried them?
 
No good to me, got webbed feet! Well two conjoined toes on each foot. Eeeeww, I hear you say but there must be more folks the same out there. Have only met one other bloke with feet like mine though. S'pose its not a subject comes up often or easily.
 
Re: RE: Reasonable work shoes

lloydedwards said:
NotTheStig, I've followed this thread, but then I was surprised you chose slip-ons. There is no adjustment other than insoles. With laces you can (I do) lace different shoes diferently eg to keep the heel secure but toes more free, vice versa, only tight in middle for arch support, and loosen them when prolonged sitting etc. You can even lace them for a one-handed knot for more seruptitious adjustments. If you have normally worn slip-ons, I suspect that they are part of your problems.
I hadn't posted earlier in the thread as I didn't for one moment think you would consider slip-ons, so perhaps make those you've bought last a lot longer by wearing them less!
love'n'joy
Lloyd

Just found what I was looking for -
http://www.aofas.org/footcaremd/how-to/footwear/Pages/Lacing-Techniques-for-Proper-Shoe-Fit.aspx
Not quite what I've been taught, but close enough.
love'n'joy
Lloyd
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I'd never thought of laces as an adjustment mechanism. I've always preferred slip ons for yhr convenience and because, probably irrationally, brogue-type shoes have in the past had that firm leather across the top which takes a while to give and causes me pain. Tend not to get that with the soft slip ons; they usually have an extra cushion around the top. If that makes sense.
Well they're bought now and I'm not spending any more for the moment but I will bear in mind your advice for next time - thanks.
 
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