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Lb1 said:The other thing you need to take into account is that if you send them back to Loake they will resole them on the correct last so you don't run the risk of ruining the shape of your shoe. They will also give them a bit of a referb as well. You can choose a harder wearing sole like a dainite, commando or victory to increase the time between resoles as well.
In my opinion, £65 is cheap for a manufacturers resole and a lot less than a new pair.
Northam Saint said:Lb1 said:The other thing you need to take into account is that if you send them back to Loake they will resole them on the correct last so you don't run the risk of ruining the shape of your shoe. They will also give them a bit of a referb as well. You can choose a harder wearing sole like a dainite, commando or victory to increase the time between resoles as well.
In my opinion, £65 is cheap for a manufacturers resole and a lot less than a new pair.
Sounds like they will pretty much come back like a new pair.
I know SWMBO's uncle always says a pair of Loake or Grenson with care and the a good repair job they will last a life time.
OrangeSport said:Loake charges £65, as stated above. For my cheaper work Loakes (L1 range etc) I use a local guy who who does a full leather sole and rubber heel for £40. My 1880, Design and Shoemaker examples will be done by Loake.
Interestingly they suggest 5 re-soles might be the most a shoe can take. Hardly a lifetime for something worn twice a week for work (for example).
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