The factory resole is very expensive. Might as well put towsrds a new pair

Sad they have stopped making leather bottomed Burfords..😢

Replacement of the shoe welt is not necessary if the welt is in good condition unless the welt is busted. Otherwise, you are adding additional holes into the side of the shoe which will make it impossible for the shoe to be repaired multiple times.

I wonder if y’all know how much it means to wear a nice pair of shoes. Cobblers are saints. Thank you

I’ve 4 pairs of Loakes, a dress pair black monk shoe. A pair of black brogues, two pairs of Bedale boots, oxblood grained and light tan smooth. Very disappointed that the uppers are made not in England but worse than that there is chopped and regurgitated compressed leather in the heel stacks. Cheap and not quality. NO more Loakes for me.

I have ordered my first pair of imperial loafers in black suede and I am really looking forward to receiving them in May Greetings Brian from cbh

1:12 These dress shoes are very elegant and shiny to touch and caress them a lot 😍😍😍

There is a still a place for "timeless classics and enduring quality"

Good scripting to convey the array of models

Simple and stunning rendering of the daily motion at the factory

Loakes are wonderful, I have several pairs that I simply love to wear, different styles for different occasions. Thank you, Loake !

Always struggled to find comfortable shoes for my uncomfortable feet. Spoke to a guy who had the same problem and he suggested another maker of bespoke hand made shoes,. Tried them but sadly they were no better. Not giving up I found Loake. The company must have taken moulds from my feet whilst I was sleeping to make the last that these shoes were built on. They are so comfortable, they look amazing and make me feel great. The quality is something else. They are so good that within a week I had purchased another pair so that I will never be without them. Complete game changer.

I’d love an even more detailed video please. Fantastic to watch.

I'm a huge fan of Loakes, best shoes, oozes class and quality!

I own six pairs of Loakes but a little disappointed that they sub out some manufacturing to India. I'd be prepared to pay a little more if they were completely made within the UK.

i owned 14 pairs of Loakes, not a single disapointment

I’m certainly not a wealthy man, but I own a couple of pairs of Loake boots along with a few other pairs of English made shoes. I’ve never regretted buying any of them.

Why hasn’t rose anvil or stride wise do a review on them

“Made in England” where are the uppers clicked, cut and stitched ?? Be honest about the process it’s all very misleading.

Such a shame all uppers even on the “English made” ranges like the 1880 are all made in India. Very misleading

I was very disappointed to be told by loakes that they won't replace the gussets in the boots they have sold

Three pairs, twenty years later and still going strong.

Best brogues I ever purchased.

Garbage.

Where it the leather sourced from?

I have got many (too many) shoes... but I value Loake's the most. I believe that there is some sort of conection between my appreciation and the way the manufacture operates. Those movies (especially one's from factory), blog, transparency, attention to details (I have some really high-end shoes, few times more expensive and they were in ugly boxes, without spare shoe laces, booklets or horns etc. which Loake provides) and last but not least... factory shoe repair system. That's why I guess I like Loake's shoes the most :) It's just some sort of shopping experience mixed with aftercare services, designed creams etc. that is on top with shoes being really good value for money. Cheers!

Loake shoes are made in India. Those workers don't look Indian to me .

Please can you create a video detailing the contents of your Loake valet box set and the function of the items that come in the valet box?

Not sure what kind of polished leather design loake i have, but it doesnt seem to take polish. So based on that i cant reccomend them. However i snapped up higher grade polished leather shoes, so lets see of theres a y improvment in quality.

Fantastic workmanship that goes back for many generations......True artisans doing what they do best. it was a absolute pleasure to watch. well done to each & everyone of you....Full Respect. I'll be looking into this for sure.🙂

I have 2 pairs for a very long time, they were my father's, he never wore them and i did not realise they fit me until now, so here i am.Informing myself.

I worked in shoe factory for 8 years in 1980s in Massachusetts was a great era .

Just ordered my first pair of loake boots. Hope those workers are happy and well paid

Wnderfull

People buy goodyear welted shoes so they can have them resoled over and over. Removing a perfectly good and usable welt and machine stitching a new one damages the upper and reduces the integrity of the shoe. English shoe manufacturers like Loake, Barker, Crockett, Cheaney etc does this so you can only resole your shoe 2 or 3 times before you are forced to buy a new one. Don't fall for this marketing strategy. Bring your shoes to a good cobbler who can handstitch a new sole to your welt and upper and you will have a pair that will last essentially a lifetime.

Do you just use beeswax polish on 'polished leather' or can you use a conditioner / cream / restorer like with calf leather shoes

From my experience If you want a Moccasin Barker or Gucci is a safe bet, however for a welted shoe, no one comes close to Loake for quality and price, I have 5 pairs now.

yes Sireee I've just purchased a jar.....I'm rather addicted to Loake kit......Shoes & Boots all-over the place. "Hidden" Of Course. if our Maud finds out I'm buying Loake 1880 Export Aldwich or Oxford for £3-400 Per pair she'll decapitate me 4Sure😮......Then there's my Loake Chelsea boot collection. some going on 23 Years old & Still fit for any parade ground in the world......😊 Moral of the story is this! Look after yer kit & Yer kit will look after you.....Proper shoe shine boy me eh....😂

I love Loake shoes. Simply awesome.

My old leather soled 1880 chestnut brogues lasted for so many years, I added to the range. They are quite fabulous for playing an organ, with the soles sliding effortlessly over the pedals. I added a new pair of Design Loake brogues with dainite soles last year-and they are quite good. Nevertheless I missed the solid contact with terra firma so bought another pair leather soled brogues-black this time-and rejoice at the quality. Thank you Loake in England.

I need a pair of Loake shoes to celebrate my obtaining of British citizenship.

Great video, can we see one about how to care for the Chatsworth Boots.

As a side note, my leather soled Burfords are ideal for Northern Soul. I can do my shuffling without twisting my arthritic knees.

I have 3 pairs and they are absolutely beautiful and the best footwear I've ever had. Good luck for the future Loake. Unfortunately for Loake the shoes and boots are built to last forever and so won't need replacing.

Have 5 pairs , love them. Oldest from 1977 .

My son came into the shop in London and was told they don’t make a narrow fitted boot but could make a pair for three grand

Is it possible to open one more shop in Dublin? With all models which are available in UK?

Very interesting and brings back good memories from yesteryears sixty two years ago I started my working life at William Timpsons in bath rd Kettering Northants

Do they disinfect the shoes prior repair?.