Dedicated artisans . My sincere admiration for these men and women who put their heart into their work. I hope the skills are passed on to the younger generation.
What a delight, as a clicker myself I loved how he made his own blade, as I still do (or did, being made redundant soon doesn't help). Our factory was just like this but unfortunatly after a takeover or 2 the skills have been lost. These jobs are at a premium so hold onto them if you can !!!
OMG. I LOVE EDWARD GREEN! I am very kucky to own some. Beautiful shoes! Did not realise it took so many steps. But it explains why they are among the most expensive non-bespoke shoes on Jermyn Street (if not the most expensive) Quality costs money.
I have Edward Green, Crockett & Jones and Russell & Bromley boots and shoes and in my opinion the leather used by Edward Green is superior in that it ages and weathers better. With age the leather takes on a better patina and the need to apply polish is not so frequently necessary. The quality of the leather is in my opinion what you pay for with Edward Green If you have the money and you want the best..............! My favourite foot-ware is the EG boot in dark oak with mink suede uppers. Perfection!
Are your workers aware that they are making the world's best shoes and boots when they are doing it? Does it affect the way they work, knowing that they have to keep to that standard, or else?
One of the things I like about Edward Green is that they aren't stupid enough to make a part of the shoe by hand, when a machine will do it quicker and better. Some parts are done by hand, yes, but only to enhance the shoe or because it's necessary. They seem to use more common sense than shoemakers who boast about handmade shoes, hike the price up as a consequence, and risk going out of business due to excessive costs, all unnecessarily. I think the old Victorians were a lot cleverer that we make them out to be.
I prefer Vass. Having both several pairs of EG and Vass, the quality is the same: excellent. But Vass are totally handmade. And that personal touch and point of detail is simply unbeatable.
I think Edward Green uses the machine for sewing the welt because it is quicker and just as good as hand sewing, if not better. Some things are better when done by hand, but not all.
At this price level, I am expect a handwelt shoe, not a goodyear machine welt, what is going on with Edward Green, they used to making all handwelt shoe when I was a kid.
@@iaido01 I like stylish, well constructed shoes but think of it, you and your family members are gonna touch those shoes and considering most avoid exposing expensive shoes to excessive water, you got the point I guess... so if I ever decide spending $1500 for a pair of shoes it probably will be G.G, JL or one of Italian brands after watching this video
@@newinspiration2108 absolutely not. every fucking shoemaker or repairers say the same. edward green and john lobb has the best build quality and leather from all the RTW shoe brands they know. if you never had one you should stfu. in shoes the quality is noticeable after a few years wearing. put them side by side with a 1 year old allen Edmonds and a 1 year old edward. the AE is going to look likw 10 years old while the EG 1 year
Meran Mohammed I have CJ JL and AC, I'd like to say CJs (£400-500) are good enough for most of the people. It is hard to identify the slight differences especially when you wearing them. For me, it is not worth to pay extra £400 for a pair of EG.
Meran Mohammed the quality of the leathers at EG is significantly better however it's not worth it most of the time I'd always try and find something during the sale tho it's on right now
If comparing the construction process, I think there are pretty similar (both use machines). However, the leather quality and quality control might be another story.
... that beautiful upper wasted by sewing it and the welt to the ribbing .. there is a machine that sews the welt through the upper, liner and insole just like a handmade shoe is constructed ( holdfast ) that results in higher quality production welted shoes and boots although to my knowledge the machine is no longer in use.... fabricating a welted shoe without ribbing lasts much longer thus reducing the need for more production and less profit for shoe making companies. The fabric side of ribbing is cemented to the insole edge while the hardened composite side of the ribbing is elevated vertically creating a wall in which to sew the welt, liner and upper to. Because the ribbing is cemented to the insole it loses its bond and breaks down over time compared to sewing the welt, upper and liner to the insole. In addition , the insole that the ribbing is affixed to is not high quality material and also breaks down and loses its resilience in a relatively short period of time. About four months ago I as resoling a good year welted oxford and noticed the ribbing was stitched to the insole and it was made in China. I commend the company for taking the extra time to secure the ribbing ( gemming ) to the insole. At least they understand the short comings of ribbing and try to improve upon its use. I am a shoe repairman and have been refurbishing leather goods, footwear and filling Orthopedic prescriptions for over 35 years. I work for Maselli Brothers Shoe and Leather Goods Repair in Pleasanton Ca. .
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To the gentleman in the video wearing sneakers 😁👍 But one must ask , sir, why? You're after all the best advertisement of your trade; we all are. I pray that it wasn't because of an injury or such.
@@iaido01 EG doesn't do bespoke since Tony Gaziano left. But you're correct JL RTW is goodyear welted and pretty similar construction. St Crispins are hand welted, but I think disparagement of GYW is just for terminally online nerds who want to sound intelligent.
Now I know why they are so expensive. It takes too long to make them. Just because they are still using this old outdated machinery. Do you know there is latest and most effective machinery to make shoes?
school yourself before you fool yourself. the newer machines suck ultra major ass. always needing repairing and inspections. those old machines just won't die