$892, I Cut The World’s Highest Quality Sneakers Apart

[@RoseAnvil]

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[@siwi666]

they are stunning and I want now to buy a pair. Methinks I need to travel to Northampton to check them out, try them on.

[@kosminuskosminus]

DUDE I HONESTLY THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO ! I LOVED THIS VIDEO SO MUCH if this crap costs so much and must be so toxic to your body to ware that crap i feel lucky to the moon and back i do not have this crap and you actively endorsed the feeling to go buy some nike air max something THANK YOU MAN!

[@pwnsensei]

I really hope that buying directly from artisans will become the new norm again, at least to a higher degree than it is now. I am from Italy and I have seen many shoe and boots manufacturers disappear because most people buy crappier footwear for the same price of amazing footwear, just for the convenience of buying them from the nearest footwear shop and obviously marketing. I am scared of a world where every product is crap quality because of these "convenience" and "hype" based market revolutions. I am sick of quality going down, I want better, not worse. Support your favorite artisans. Edit - for those who comment saying I am privileged/insane: while I understand that reading is a skill that you may not have, I recommend you read the comments below if you can. You can indeed buy artisan-made boots and shoes that cost less than or as much as "readily available" boots and shoes from general retailers. How is this possible? When you buy from an artisan you're paying for the high quality work and materials, you're not paying for huge marketing budgets, several employees, etc. When you dismiss the possibility that you can have better for less or the same price, you are unfortunately not doing anyone, not even yourself, any favor.

[@anglishbookcraft1516]

I think handcrafters would be more accurate.

[@she_sings_delightful_things]

I love this idea. However, terrible economics make it virtually impossible for most regular folks to support financially. Very unfortunate.

[@ShotsMerkzAll]

Italian artisans are difficult to find, I even change my google search to Italian and they’re still difficult. Any tips lmk

[@tannerharcus8833]

@@she_sings_delightful_things very true

[@speedzero7478]

I share your same concerns.

[@TKVirusman]

I'm from Northampton and I'm glad to see our old school shoe manufacturers just DESTROYING everyone else even to this day 👌🏻

[@prizzle9234]

That's gotta be a good feeling. Lol.

[@Joel38672]

Bro these shoes are so bad literally any pair of other sneakers would be like 10x more comfortable, their also extremely overpriced. Their not worth the money for the quality and they don’t look good with any outfit. I’m sick of shoes being so overpriced, hyped up shoes suck their not even worth the price, this shoe isn’t even hyped up though.

[@syrth2788]

Jordan’s Better wdym destroying

[@samueldavis5895]

Destroying peoples pockets for a medium looking shoe… yea ok lol

[@prizzle9234]

@@Joel38672 so by quality, you're saying there are better built shoes, as in can last you as this shoe claims? What do you recommend?

[@asth3tique]

Its nice seeing someone passionate about a craft. Even when I don't have that deep of a love or interest in this, the energy is infectious. I found myself initially having this "emperors new clothes" feeling about this, but 16 minutes later, I got where the passion comes from. Thanks for posting and spending the time on this.

[@TheJavonplayer]

I love how they went out of their way to use as many natural materials and be as purest as they can I know I will be buying a pair.

[@BLTV_Photoshop]

A true labor of love will always be appreciated by those of the same heart.

[@tsakuyo]

Totally agree

[@14s0cc3r14]

“Something will be appreciated by those that appreciate it.” Thanks, Ghandi.

[@ELEVOPR]

Hi 👋

[@ELEVOPR]

At these prices, people are going to loose their lives for them. I'm just saying.

[@undergroundking498]

Beautiful

[@charliekp6534]

Really interesting video! These were made in my hometown, which is a historic shoemaking town. The majority of that industry has disappeared by now and there are barely remnants of it left, but there are a few old school shoemakers left, and over the last few years they have really had a boost, with more and more people seeming to choose the well constructed stuff and to support this historic industry, which I love to see!

[@elvisrose]

Brilliant!!! I can't imagine many companies out there that allow for a sponsored video that destroys the product and revels the manufacturing hidden within! 'that's confidence for you " Great job and well done 👍

[@Matu1]

I can and back in my day it was called conflict of interest

[@Monrig]

@@Matu1 back in your day? 😂🤣🤣

[@pepcorampouch4787]

Yeah, imagine how sure about themselves they gotta be... I am literally ordering the cheaper ones, never seen anything like that, never bought sneakers till now.

[@jimmitron]

its a shoe, its not like there's a secret recipe.

[@altair1983]

​@@jimmitron these are expensive but there are plenty other sneakers equally priced or even more expensive (Prada comes to mind). I'd like to see how those are constructed

[@kmidst_kn6329]

This channel is awesome. I love that he exposes overpriced bullshit and at the same time recommends high end stuff that's actually worth it.

[@plekkchand]

Right- a thousand dollars for a pair of sneakers. Definitely worth it.

[@johan1471]

no pair of shoes/snearkers should cost more than 200$ TOPS

[@BigdaddiZ]

Worth it my ass lmao

[@imjustheretogrill4794]

@@plekkchand Maybe if you were a successful professional who wore them every work day and would maintain them well? That’s the only way I could possibly see you coming out on top money wise. Your average adult quality sneaker is at least $100. If you can maintain these and get them repaired every 5 years maybe it would make sense? Most sneakers don’t last long and can’t be repaired.

[@groundless1238]

@@johan1471 that doesn’t really make sense from a economic perspective. If you can maintain them for like 5 years before resoling them use them for another 5 years then it’s better to buy a 300-500 dollar shoe for example. Nicks for example will last for a very very long time, like 30 years.

[@kyatzz]

Honestly, considering the materials and the process of making them, these seem incredibly reasonably priced and possibly even cheap.

[@skipeveryday7282]

Buying cheap stuff is expensive and wasteful. Its weird lol

[@targalis8772]

just because in most other shoes they cut corners but keep the price high

[@cetzaep]

definitely not cheap i think the word your looking for is a steal

[@coronaklledmebot4856]

@@cetzaep cheap

[@gihangchiae781]

@@cetzaep to be fair, cheap or expensive is relative. if you are a millionaire, what is a few hundred dollars. Same for the opposite.

[@paulscott2502]

It's nice to see true artisans are still making beautifully made products to the highest possible quality.

[@anglishbookcraft1516]

I think handcrafters would be more accurate.

[@fatbowe]

They will come in handy during the Zombie Apocalypse 😜🤪🥊

[@maxmilliono9581]

I only just cottoned on about them they comfortable?

[@vickireynolds4055]

Amen to that!!😂😂👵

[@MrTeathyme]

@@fatbowe not sure if youre being saracastic because internet, but just incase you are They actually would, in the zombie apocalypse shoes are going to be more important than ever because in a regressed society where basic things we take for granted like medicine will become insanely rare and valuable its better to avoid cutting your foot on a sharp rock because your shoes fell apart than it is to just let it happen then blow some incredibly valuable medicine on treating the eventual infection And when resources are scarce you want the things you make using them to last literally forever if possible, so the artisans who take basic ass materials and know how to turn them into super durable things that last hundreds of years suddenly become the most valuable members of society period.

[@jaybruz.5688]

I honestly didn't think there were products on the market that were made this well still. without you channel i wouldnt have known this. absolutely mind blown and my hope is restored in consumerism.

[@JasonWh]

Just bought the Deluxe Care Pack using your link. Thanks so much for the video, I'm a huge believer in supporting handmade artistry and the value that can bring, and clearly does in this case. My order is 6028 if you want to let them know! **Update** Crown Northampton credited me the $183.33 VAT charge a few days after I placed the order so the net price isn't as high as one might think.

[@lefroy1]

Classy purchase! How are you finding them after a year?

[@greyhoundTex]

These make the Common Projects look like thrift store finds. 😂

[@ee1yd]

who did it first?

[@nikhilsinha7730]

@@ee1yd being the first doesn't make it the best. The CM's are very poor quality for the price

[@nikhilsinha7730]

CP*

[@yapolloable]

@@nikhilsinha7730 i have a pair of CP, ironically i bought after watching rose anvil white sneakers series. they are quite good and you can maintain it with some leather conditioning and white pigmented saphir wax. Got it mainly for the white minimalist style. 30% discount, its good for value.

[@BL-yj2wp]

That heavily finished leather just weares badly, it's just not something that is appropriate for a 400$+ shoe.

[@gideonrettich7754]

I'm a furniture maker, I can see quality a million miles away. These shoes glow.

[@beesmongeese2978]

How often do you sharpen your cabinet scraper? My burr doesn't last 5 minutes

[@gideonrettich7754]

@@beesmongeese2978 I have a bunch. I keep a file and burnisher near me when using them. Even though they lose the burr quickly, you still get much further with them than you would with a sander. I tend to use them most on edges. Hope that helps.

[@beesmongeese2978]

@@gideonrettich7754 Thanks. They really are a god-tier tool when they're sharp

[@nsaylor9]

Not trying to be a dick but how does making furniture give you an eye for quality shoes?

[@lemonflavorclorox7389]

@@nsaylor9 not trying to be a smart ass here but a good electrician would always figure where a plumber has cut corners earlier than an untrained person. Perhaps I think there are parallels between those 2 (furniture maker / cobbler) just like that. Just fyi tho I’m neither of those 4 profession mentioned 😃

[@zHumanfactor]

Crown Northampton was super smart to have you dissect their shoes. I have always been leary of expensive luxury sneakers. I think most go the way of Common Projects. But seeing this video, I would definitely buy these Crown Northampton's. Lot's of quality materials and workmanship, worth the price. Btw, Northampton, England is the heart of the British shoe industry... there are many famous brands located in that area. Companies that make the cheap stuff at a high price should be ashamed of themselves for cheating the consumer. Well done Wes!

[@denyel_]

i love lifetime products like this. love that the market is turning away from fast cheap things into high quality, ethically made stuff thats meant to last.

[@DadaPoopoo]

Dude. They have to cut the heads off of hundreds of horses every day to keep the production of these flowing.

[@DadaPoopoo]

@@thenamesjohny1490 including humans. 🤯

[@r_s2611]

@@DadaPoopoo there is so much of what you just said that was wrong. animals aren't killed for leather, leather is a biproduct. it's also not bad for the earth unlike "vegan leather" which is plastic. the leather industry is something people need to go back to especially if everyone's so worried about plastic waste on the earth.

[@DadaPoopoo]

@@r_s2611 Would you like to use baby leather just because you can't handle a little compassion in the form of scary pLaAsTiiiC?

[@r_s2611]

@@DadaPoopoo are u dumb? plastic is literally what's killing the earth. you people really don't have your priorities straight. also Baby cows are not killed for leather, no animal is, it's a bi-product of meat. you think we should just waste a bi-product and then churn out oil to create plastic that will pollute the earth for a thousand years?? you people have the mental capacity of five year olds.

[@veemercer1698]

I always enjoy seeing well made high quality items and think about the dedication the artisan put into the item they crafted. It's actually killing me to watch you undo the work put into this sneaker even when I know you can and will rebuild it. Love your videos and the knowledge I gain from watching them.

[@azoutlaw7]

Oh my goodness. That was painful watching you deconstruct those beautiful shoes. But in a good way. It is great to know that there are old world craftsmen, like you, still in the world. Thanks!

[@destroyinghaters]

U*liest shoe anyone has ever seen. Almost $900 for that 💀 and people say Gucci shoes are over priced.

[@coupledyetivonvanderburg5385]

@@destroyinghaters >tell me your aesthetic is gaudy without saying it

[@marvinjustus]

@@destroyinghaters you really don‘t know what overpriced means, do you?

[@destroyinghaters]

@@marvinjustus you really don't know what drip means do you?

[@slattnokizzy7574]

@@destroyinghaters shit costed like that cuz it’s more higher-end than other sneakers 😂

[@mini-momentsmedia1293]

The enthusiasm of this guy really makes me happy. Nice to see people not being cynical or disparaging in their content.

[@lensofben]

So happy you're getting more and more sponsorships, they're finally recognizing how dope this channel is!

[@dentboxhero1717]

Watching you deconstruct the shoe was satisfying, brings pride really. I own 3 pairs of Crowns all in Horween and they are by far my absolute favorites.

[@georgegiesbrecht8224]

Me starting this video: why on earth would anyone pay that much for a pair of shoes? Me halfway through the video: I think I need to save up and buy a pair of these!!!!

[@andeedwa]

Haaaaaaa! Same!

[@xxportalxx.]

They look terrible tho imo

[@sytricka3318]

@@xxportalxx. Finally someone said it

[@CrappyProducts]

@@xxportalxx. They do indeed, such a shame, it's like a middle-aged sneaker

[@xxportalxx.]

@@CrappyProducts hahahaha fr tho

[@IvyStarlight98]

i would love to see a break down of veja sneakers

[@Hellboy-sj4vk]

Yes it would be cool ! The planet need more brand like these

[@Null-941]

I reckon not worth the effort, just another Nike/Vans alternative

[@GangBlud]

ik ook schat!!

[@Sundog1985]

It would be so disappointing I bet, it's a very middle class trainer that will have less quality than Common Projects etc.

[@IvyStarlight98]

@@Sundog1985 they are also a lot cheaper. Some have chrome free leather, leather tongue etc, I just want to know if they’re worth their price since I can’t spend $400 on a pair of sneakers. On top of that they’re supposedly ethically made (I haven’t looked too much into that) which interests me. All in all I just want to know if they’re worth the money, I don’t expect them to be the best sneaker ever like these at their price point. Edit: they also use fair trade and organic materials.

[@rickyblitz9679]

A brand like this makes me proud to be British. Great products made by hand, wish there were more things like this these days

[@rickyblitz9679]

@therealikejones teeth are for betas dude, they’re just another thing that can be broken. Become ultimate, reject modernity, become unbreakable 😤

[@madaxe]

@therealikejones better dental health than the US

[@Blt-rr2lm]

Proud? I guess it offsets hooliganism, monarchy, brexit. Hang on to those shoes! What a legacy!

[@rickyblitz9679]

@@Blt-rr2lm I mean I just like that something like this is still being made in the UK, step off your soap box and grow up mate 😂

[@simonfrancisphotography8856]

Unless you helped make it, I don't think the random chance that you were born in the same country really matters much 😂

[@barnothedino]

Amazing to see another Crown video. After the sneaker shootout, I decided to buy the Thursday premium low in Horween. They did not last long. Maybe a month. After that I bought the Crowns in Horween. The quality is insane. Best shoe I have ever owned.

[@labibsaud8064]

So how are the crowns holding up

[@Munki]

It hurts to see such a beautiful pair of shoes getting ripped apart like that, but yet it's like watching a car crash. Can't keep my eyes off it. Love your work as usual!

[@bp5724]

You still hurt lol?

[@tiredcreator0204]

WhistlingDiesel and PlainRock124 are KZbinrs for you

[@illegitimate0]

One of the other great things about Cordovan that you didn't mention is how pretty it is! Not many leathers have such natural depth to the color.

[@Sam-2468]

7:57

[@isisconsultancy]

Great video. It’s great to know that there are companies out there that still pride themselves on producing high quality products, not cheap products pretending to be top quality offerings.

[@barbaratodd1769]

I cannot believe how beautifully they made this shoe! I almost didn’t want you to cut it apart! Great video!

[@caesarforlife1663]

That's one tough shoe to pull apart. It's just pure quality and craftsmanship. Great to see that there are still some companies that take pride in their work. It's a worthwhile investment over time and would still be ok to be buried in. Not sure how I got here but that was really interesting. Thanks.

[@nathanielsmith148]

I love this video. I like to buy high quality things that last a very long time, but these days it's so hard to tell when something is actually high quality or just overpriced for the sake of fashion. I would love to be able to drop 650 pounds on the shell cordovan ones, but I'm not quite there financially. Like you, though, I really want to support companies that make quality products that will last a lifetime.

[@CRUMB.]

Yeah the price is insane but not when you compare them to the 3 or 4 pairs you'd buy in the lifetime of these

[@femininechaos4931]

I agree, and it makes me take care of it better and I feel so much better with high quality clothes on. I don’t make much either but I think the clothes we wear are worth the investment.

[@outlawdiesel5221]

No. It’s a highway robbery. I’m willing to be the company buys these from a manufacturer for under $50 a pair and resells to you dummy’s with marketing to make it seem high end for 10x more money.

[@madaxe]

@@outlawdiesel5221 the leather for the upper alone costs about $200 so good luck with that

[@howler1579]

You could probably find a pair on Ebay for half the price or lower.

[@Erikrc123]

Never thought I’d watch someone cutting shoes in half but I’m riveted with each video you post. Seriously considering buying a pair of these now.

[@gms5089]

My white veg tan crown Northampton sneakers arrived today. Had to watch this video again. Rose Anvil is the best, and these shoes are every bit as beautiful in person as described here.

[@geronimopacis]

upload another version that's unlisted without the commentary and post link in the description, me and others would definitely appreciate! thank you for this video, this shoe is crazy

[@RoseAnvil]

#releasetheASMRcut

[@joeshmoe9233]

@@RoseAnvil Wesco Morrisons please. This is like the 10th time I've requested them. Don't make me come over there. :)

[@TinPrince]

If you're doing such high-end shoes, I'd love to see some high-fashion shoes like the Tabi boots, Maison Margiela's spliced boots or JW Anderson's stitched boots from this season, they look like they're made of some really nice materials but I'm interested in their construction

[@oooomz7578]

Second this! Would also love to see Guidi boots broken down

[@henryweir4059]

Big yes to this!

[@tylerlongtin9953]

Oh yes, some really avant garde luxury shit would be amazing

[@filipstaf1741]

Yes, would be interesting to see Guidi, Carol cristian poell, CDG etc. broken down on this channel.

[@laiwurofg1314]

I think everyone will be very disappointed by the tabis. In order to have that unique split toe construction, the soles have to be cemented onto the leather. Obviously they're not shoes that are meant for everyday wear, so having them be resoleable isn't exactly a priority, but the nice leather upper (as well as your 700 or so dollars) will go to waste as soon as the pretty thin outsole wears through.

[@kmw5100]

I want to thank you for bringing this brand to my attention. I was in the market for some new chukkas and their woodford desert boot seem like a steal at $299 if they put even a fraction of the effort into those.

[@dns711]

Great video. Didn't realize how much I needed a hand made sneaker from England.

[@SenzaTempoCaneCorso]

Are there any companies that are this high quality that make shoes for women? I Love boots and I'm always so annoyed by how quickly they fall apart. I would pay for shoes that are made this well.

[@adrianvargas2261]

Omg Nice to see you here! Love your videos!

[@SenzaTempoCaneCorso]

@@adrianvargas2261 thank you 😊

[@SenzaTempoCaneCorso]

@@BL-yj2wp thanks!

[@lucasaltazin2848]

Yes actually all of the manufacturer. It's sad that's categorized as "the best shoes of the last manufacturer in northampton". That's a really nice shoes but there are so many shoemaker in england or even in France or portugual or even Spain. For quite a few of them: -Crockett and Jones -John Lobb -Carmina -JM weston -Berluti -Carmina -Church's (own by prada) -Edward green Or so much more.

[@user-pe2yx9kt4e]

@@lucasaltazin2848 i don’t trust Prada and major designer labels in general but thank you for the list!

[@garyzimmerman6367]

I really like a company that cares about the product they turn out. Their sneakers are the best I’ve ever seen.

[@avokevo5394]

This is the absolute Rolls Royce or Ferrari of sneakers! Completely unreal that a brand did this. Big respect to Crown Northampton for pushing things to the absolute limit. Probably my favorite video of yours yet and maybe the most impressive shoe I have ever seen. Thank you!!

[@dunc71]

Sorry but Rolls Royce and Ferrari are not comparable.

[@avokevo5394]

@@dunc71 lol ok guy..

[@henrygreen2096]

I’m glad I’m able to see WHY an ‘overpriced’ shoe isn’t necessarily over priced. From the materials to the craftsmanship, and ingenuity. From someone who will never be able to afford it, it looks like it’s worth it.

[@substygram4357]

Your local artisan probably does it for cheaper. Not a shoe shop. Directly from the sewist/shoemaker. I got mine for 1/3 the price of local artisan brands.

[@Bananerocs]

100% overpriced

[@zinknot]

But you would actually save alot of money with the expensive shoes because they can last a lifetime. Throw away shoes are more expensive in the long run.

[@tacosmexicanstyle7846]

@@zinknot yeah idk if these would actually last that long. The soles will die within 10 years maximum, and to resole a should which has the sole sewn into the leather is generally not worth doing.

[@lowspeed69]

@@zinknot i dont really agree. Especially in "sneaker world" You dont buy for quality. Nothing last 2-3 years with daily use and pain in the ass when you want to resole it. I rather stick to my boots.

[@matkosmat8890]

This is by far the most convincing commercial I've seen. Now, if I only had the money... Thanks for a nice video :)

[@pdxmonkee]

An outro suggestion for you...Can you make a high speed rewind version of this video that it looks like your assembling it back again? That'll be dope!

[@mattkinsella9856]

I have a pair of shoes that were made in England called Churches that I've had for 20 years and they are still good. I used to wear them daily when I had to wear a suit to work, now they just come out for weddings and funerals but they are awesome quality and I can't believe I've had them 20 years and they are that good I don't just think I'll have them another 2 decades, I genuinely think they'll bury me with them on!

[@ALittleNerdToldMe]

Churches are also made in Northampton.

[@mattkinsella9856]

@@ES-qe1nh I just read Prada acquired them in 1999. It was around that time I got mine. I can't remember exactly but I'd say it was between September and December 2000 at Harrod's in Knightsbridge. I was living nearby at the time and they've travelled all over the world with me since and I still have the original Church's cloth bags and the Harrod's shoe trees.

[@jessicawang9170]

Thank you 🙏 to both the manufacture company and you! Hope the true qualities and the love of creations never die ! The $500 white sneakers really catch my eyes, white color is the only one element I use when I decided if it’s worth of the money on every pieces of clothing, shoes-especially shoes. I’ll definitely heading to the company’s website. Thanks again!

[@St_Dover]

Would be great if you reviewed one of Ann Demeulemeester’s boots or Rick Owens geobasket

[@MRswordfish000]

Seconded

[@Saint111Michael]

Third

[@sib350z]

this!

[@Asrr2008]

Axel Arigato Clean 90 sneakers, Rick owens geobaskets or Ramones mainline or even some Salomons XT6 since they’ve become super popular

[@paulewannacrackr]

I have retail Ann and Rick and they’re not that nice. They’re nice in the world of fashion, but no where near artisan level. You’re paying more for the design

[@doublewides]

I bought a pair of Crown’s a few years back and I love them. I’ve never had a pair of more comfortable sneakers.

[@pigozs]

Do they require a long time to break in? After seeing all the craftmanship I want to get myself a pair of the white ones...

[@doublewides]

No, they didn’t require breaking in at all really.

[@maysboy11]

Could these be resoled? I’m can’t imagine the sole lasting as long as the other components

[@sebastianbille9010]

I had the same thought. Usually the sole wears out much earlier than the rest of the shoe even with cheap sneakers that use a margom sole

[@zero_grav_original]

Its crazy to see the craftsmanship you get in these sneaks for the price versus what someone pays for Dunk Low Blue Lobsters or Dunk Low Red Lobsters or even Dunk Low Grateful Deads. The power of branding is insane.

[@messijr5145]

For $300? You sheep GTFO

[@captain_slang]

these are definitely "buy it once" shoes. They might be more expensive up front, but you'll save so much money over the years if you take care of them

[@NoiceB8M8]

Totally agreed. In general, I’m a much bigger proponent of that philosophy when it comes to purchases. Higher quality products just last so much longer and they are so much better to use throughout their usable lifespan.

[@PORTMIAMIMIKE]

@Van Damage do you have visual and documentation to substantiate your claims?

[@leesykes4640]

...those outsoles wont last due to the softness of the material However it is possible to resole due to the construction

[@captain_slang]

@@leesykes4640 oh for sure, they're too soft, but it looks like they can be resoled many times, maybe with a harder material if it were me

[@thesheepthemightythecrazy]

I scuff my shoes like mad. That means the toe box area gets beat up horribly. It's why I never buy expensive shoes.

[@gregpolimis2630]

I was in the UK last month and was looking for a pair of posh trainers. I'd seen these of course and was tempted to spring for a pair of their shell shoes. I ended up getting a pair of Loake Design (unfortunately not made in England) at a very nice discount. But after seeing this video, I think I will get a pair. In my defence, I had a pair of C&J Islays (Russian grain) on order that arrived last week :-) I will make the trek to Northampton next time out and visit some of the factory stores - maybe even Crown?

[@Mind_of_MATT]

Some of the questions I have (I just discovered that these kind of shoes exist) are: Ordering something like this, how would you know the size to get? Can you get them wet? How much would the cost of maintenance be for a pair?

[@Alm8hoorOW]

1) They use the industry standard F sizing so whatever size you order on average sneakers like Vans, you’d order with Crown Northampton. 2) No, Cordovan is often marketed as being “more water resistant” but it’s not necessarily true. You should avoid getting leather wet, I wouldn’t wear these if I’m going for a walk in a rain prone weather. 3) It’s relatively inexpensive, you wouldn’t pay more than you would with regular leather products though using Cordovan specific dye crème and conditioner is highly recommended to keep the same color. Depending on how often you wear these shoes you’d want to maintain your shoes more increasing cost. In therms of getting them resoled it really depends where you live but I imagine most of the cost would be associated with shipping your shoes to the UK.

[@arlieramirez6157]

Agree common projects are way overpriced. I prefer my Thursday white sneakers but seeing this video makes me realize what true $400 shoes should be. Thanks

[@whomstdvent4844]

I don't know much about trainers/sneakers, but I am a shoe guy, you might find the 'Carlos Santos 9617' interesting. They're £175 and aren't much lower in quality than the shoes featured in the video (although not cordovan)

[@justinlangley9522]

These shoes are North of $1200 here in Australia. Will the last twice as long as a common project ? More importantly will they be twice as comfortable ? Shame they don't have much color choices available for this particular series of shoes because admittedly they are pretty desirable !

[@MicahBratt]

It’s so satisfying to see a product that’s such good quality. If only everything was like this

[@crazy8sdrums]

I think folks are having a hard time with that price tag. It is a steep price...but quality shoes make for a quality of life improvement. I'd rather have one pair of really great shoes versus 10 pairs of really crap shoes.

[@blzt3206]

if they actually last a lifetime then $900 is a deal. I've spent more than that on sneakers in my lifetime I bet.

[@crazy8sdrums]

@Van Damage Your Nikes were made by slaves and robots.

[@crotchwhistlepurple4046]

@@crazy8sdrums I would honestly be okay with one of those making my shoes

[@M82RKY]

What about 4 pair of really good Sneakers?

[@crazy8sdrums]

@@M82RKY It is your feet and your money. Buy whatever you want to put on them!

[@johnnyb8629]

Yes, well, I will have my dinner of fried Bald Eagle served in my library tonight by my private chef whilst relaxing in my Cordovan sneakers. I plan on having another pair made by rare leather made from virgin Lipizzan Horses, the extra hormones built up in the horses makes the leather more supple.

[@whomstdvent4844]

The reason cordovan has such a unique look is that it's technically not a leather, but a membrane. The surface doesn't have pores so that's where the look comes from.

[@mans-7097]

On the french seam mentioned in 8:38 & the way the thread is pulled, I don't know if it's done (stitched) by hand. However, I always enjoy your video about cutting the shoes/boots.

[@spliffmachine1990]

I'm blown away. this is an insane shoe.

[@Bambotb]

I am not sure it's cushiony enough to walk comfy

[@jamesfahy3963]

I will wear them in my rooms royce

[@committed2thecore]

This is incredible!! They didn’t cut any corners at all. Makes me want to buy a pair!!

[@jes1375]

Just ordered some high tops from them. Green chromexcel with gum soles. I would like to be able to get the high tops in premium hand stitched with cork 🤔

[@the_filthy_mcnastiest6803]

I appreciate this video so much! I grew up wearing Clarks, Travel Fox, Ballys etc and it’s so hard to find actually quality shoes anymore. Not just “made with premium materials” I had the common projects in my cart and quickly had to remove them. Then I ordered a pair of Thursdays. But now watching this video, these are going to be my go to without question. What’s a 800$ price tag over 10/15 years? Great video.

[@ronp.6782]

Did you buy them yet? If yes,how is your verdict?

[@tt55k]

Longer even because you can send them to the company and have them re-soled .

[@treygreenleaf7878]

This video should be titled "common projects are overpriced trash and you should buy these shoes instead" lol

[@TheTrump]

Is there any chance of getting a pair of Wolverine Blvd cut in half? They seem like a nice sneaker.

[@simonfrancisphotography8856]

Love this. You're really paying for quality rather than brand, so nice to see. Just seeing how hard it was for you to take them apart, that alone really speaks to their quality!

[@Genessis001]

I'm glad I watched the full video and heard you say the intent of this "sneaker" was to combine the best of both. Little bit of a sneaker, dress shoe, can be worn as casual or biz and work either way. Because as first, IMO, looked like literally a fun toned-down dress shoe due to the color/size/txtr of the outsole. Kinda like Vans and a highender had an Unexplanned X-Men. I don't know still not my style personally. Seems like good quality obviously. Just definitely not a regular pair of sneakers. A polo/button down, slacks or jeans and those shoes, some ppl could pull off jeans and a T. I can't 4sure 1000% pull off the vibe and get away with it

[@Mr.WS6]

Would one of these shoes be good for ton of walking? My job consists of walking 3-6 miles a day and standing all day. Need a black polish able shoe. Was looking at a high quality leather shoe but not sure what to go with. Boots are heavy and I like my ankle free. Shoes I get crack from fake leather peel flake off or soles just don't last. Hopefully you can help on some insight. I don't mind dropping big bucks on quality that matches black poly cotton blended material suit pants.

[@snupolupogate2895]

Wow! that cork is usually only seen in $300+ dress shoes, but surprisingly they even put it in this $892 sneakers....

[@vitorpassosnicolodi9108]

These sneakers cost under $500 if the leather isn't cordovan.

[@19jacobob93]

He literally showed a comparison of these to the same priced Common Projects. These things are INSANELY well crafted compared to everything else on the market, and the only one made with top shelf materials. I have nothing but respect for Crown Northampton, they are doing what no one else is doing...

[@charvos1]

I live in Northamptonshire, and the quality cobblers have been our main attraction for centuries.

[@whomstdvent4844]

Same. Some of the highest quality shoes in the world are still made here, and with companies like Gaziano & Girling they're opening new factories for the first time in decades

[@Alm8hoorOW]

I bought their cordovan sneakers. You can ask me anything but here’s my TL;DR experience from owning a pair for a few weeks: - The sneakers are pretty stiff so driving with them is awkward, you’d definitely feel constrained if you want to be adventurous with your foot movement. - The Sneakers are extremely soft, you’ll feel every bump on the floor and even your car’s gas, break, gear pedal if you’re driving. - Cordovan scratches as easily as normal leather so you definitely want to get the dyed crème and Napa crème from crown’s store if you’re conscious of that. -Keeping in mind the thickness of the sneakers, they are pretty comfortable and you do get the “fits like a glove” sensation as described in the video.

[@florinb4668]

Best (white)sneakers series, youtube creators should do series like this on different things.This will help consumers and manufacturers also.And it will have a big improvement on waste and a cleaner planet.

[@6sixtysix]

So glad you do this. Never trusted “these” kinds of brands/shoes

[@Wayne-hp5co]

Same

[@HolloVVpoint]

I bought some Crown Northamptons before Rose Anvils video and honestly it’s some of the best quality shoes I’ve ever owned.

[@ryeguy2964]

Holy smokes these things are hands down the best shoe I’ve ever seen!!! Straight 🔥

[@theohaschronic9341]

Lol seriously 😑 boring shoe grandad 👴

[@spbynum]

@@theohaschronic9341 You’re definitely in the minority on that one. But hey, good taste comes with age and experience as with all things.

[@theohaschronic9341]

@@spbynum No it’s all subjective..you don’t just gain good taste with age. Many people would agree this shoe is a plain, boring style.

[@swaghili]

I love the quality of the shoe but it makes me question at the end of the day how much I want style over quality if I cannot have both. As much as I enjoy the quality of these, they do not excite me.

[@curbyourshi1056]

I think they look absolutely stunning. You can 100% tell that they're very expensive.

[@eirik.9384]

@@curbyourshi1056 they kinda boring ngl

[@lordbiscuitthetossable5352]

I think that’s the thing; it’s a very natural show that either is your vibe or not. Personally, the genuine “it is what it is” kinda vibes with me. I can see why it wouldn’t work for others.

[@nick5422]

The quality is excellent but frankly they’re a little bulky and boring for my liking, at least in terms of this type of sneaker. I’d love to see some loafers or some nice brogues of this quality dissected.

[@Gnurklesquimp]

@@nick5422 Perhaps their wholecut model is more your thing? Still very simple, but that one does hit the spot for me, especially UPTON WHOLECUT - HORWEEN NATURAL CHROMEXCEL, that's a really nice color and washy look on the leather

[@SuperGiancarlo96]

I'm a bit of a noob in the leather world. What's the point of using expensive oak bark leather when it's not visible? For what it has to do (provide structure I suppose?) any cheaper leather would work fine? Same point regarding to all the other "uncut" corners.

[@redram5150]

I’m really impressed with the time and quality materials spent on a shoe that before now I’d mistake for a pair of Keds

[@carolineorner]

These Cordovan sneakers were made to level up shoe making to art.

[@jameslawrence9167]

Great to see a local company get the praise they deserve. I live 5min drive from Crown Northampton. I also have a pair of their desert boots currently being made 😊

[@chiragpatel2423]

Is the Compnay famous in England?

[@jameslawrence9167]

@Chirag Patel it's not a company that the regular public know about. They sell all over the world and are popular specifically in East Asia.

[@krisjonesuk]

I recall egging you on (nagging perhaps), to include Crown Northampton in your sneaker series. I haven’t worn sneakers (we call them trainers here in the UK), since 1986, but I’d definitely wear a pair of these.

[@jet44444]

I was thinking of getting some common projects, but now I’m considering the crowns.

[@justinlangley9522]

After watching this same! My god those are WELL MADE ! . Although I still like the aesthetic appearance of the common projects more. Not to mention the $1300 price tag of the crowns here in Australia... ridiculous

[@pavelkochanicek4258]

I love your channel! Can't stop watching it. I am waiting for exactly these sneakers to come. Could you please advice if it is needed to waterproof these sneakers with one of those sprays? I live in Chicago and fear of snow and salt can effect the leather. If yes, which one do you recommend?

[@meepcheep314]

I am not really a shoe enthusiast, until I got this in my recommended. Lol thank you youtube for giving me this video because this may just be my new thing! These shoes look awesome

[@Philoreason]

A cordovan sneaker with cork fillings!? lol, I can already imagine an old dude wearing this to the country club...

[@paulewannacrackr]

beats wearing boat shoes

[@buddylee19082]

@Rose Anvil So what exactly defines these as a "sneaker" versus a "dress-shoe," is it the rubber sole/outsole only? Or is it something more? Because to me they just look like a normal dress shoe, except with a rubber outsole, rather than a leather outsole. So is THAT^^^ the only distinction or is there something else that puts them into the category of a sneaker?

[@dukenallow2673]

I'm a boot junkie who owns multiple pairs of both Nicks and White's and you've got me thinking about buying sneakers...

[@chrislj2890]

These are nice and great quality, but I'll go with Thursday Boots sneakers and have enough left over to buy more pairs of good foot wear.

[@sprig6043]

Spend more, buy less!!

[@I_ammm_mojojojo]

how good are Florsheim leather dress shoes and sneakers?

[@goblinbabykingofthetrash2456]

I'd be interested to see you dissect some Guidi boots - super expensive, but they're supposedly some of the highest quality fashion boots out there

[@gunmetal2445]

Oh yes...I would be curious about this too

[@patrickli9077]

From what I can gather on Guidi(from articles on their factory), their construction is Goodyear welted with canvas gemming. This is equivalent to your average 300ish dollar heritage style footwear, and they do some stuff like soaking finished boots in dye that might affect longevity. This construction is objectively a good quality construction, but it is certainly not worth the 1000 plus dollar price. The way I see it, designer brands are either overpriced garbage or overpriced quality. Guidi falls under the overpriced quality side.

[@goblinbabykingofthetrash2456]

@@patrickli9077 hard agree, I’m more just curious as to what he’d have to say on the boot. I’m no leather/footwear expert myself (you seem to know a lot more than me) so anytime he tackles a product I’m familiar with I enjoy learning the ins and outs of it. Thanks for the reply!

[@patrickli9077]

​@@goblinbabykingofthetrash2456 You're very welcome. I own some good footwear but am more an armchair theorist who spends too much time reading blogs online. I would love to see Rose Anvil cutting Guidis in half as well, especially as it would be a good opportunity to grow his channel.

[@beaudanner]

Dangit! How are you convincing me to buy these?? All of a sudden my feet are like, "oh we're not worth it?" Hey, for real though. The price difference is significant between the dark and the white shoes cut in half. What differences and/or compromises had to be made? Thanks and congratulations on your amazing year growing your channel!

[@EJH3]

Which is better, Crown Northhampton or RM Williams?

[@waynel.3522]

I just love the part by part walk-through.

[@-A.R.A.D-]

Agreed, this pair is really a finely crafted sneaker. If only my favorite sneakers, Puma Suede, is made like this. 😁

[@jonlit6612]

can you cut open Zegna Triple Stich Sneakers to see how they hold up?? THANK YOU

[@pigeonqueeen]

Very fun seeing my partner's handwriting inside the sole 😌

[@MikeLaBelle]

Alright. Let’s make a pickup then ❤️

[@thecordlessplug.]

My beautiful people!!

[@pat-a-rattat8094]

What?

[@Totototo-nr8dh]

Mike LaMoche ahahah Joking ;)

[@timbrady4427]

Had never heard of Crown Northampton sneakers…the attention to detail and craftsmanship

[@npc5z]

When you showed the cracking in the Common Projects... If I dropped $400 on a pair of sneakers and they cracked like that, I'd flip my lid.

[@DanteYewToob]

This is what I mean when I tell people "I don't mind paying a lot for something, if you can tell me *why* it costs so much." 100$ for a tee shirt with a brand name on it... no.. why? Hell no. A high quality, lifetime shoe, made by hand with rare materials... sure. Yes. I'd happily pay that if it were in my budget. Also, I've probably spent at least 600$ or more on "replacement shoes" alone, not just extra or fashion shoes. If I had an attractive pair that wouldn't need to be replaced for decades, I'd be willing to pay that same amount. I actually just recently bought some new fresh Nikes because my last pair are full if holes and worn down. Another 90$ in "replacement"...

[@piccalillipit9211]

I bought a pair of Italian boots to walk my dog in when I was flush - they cost me €1000. Best €1000 ive ever spent. I walked 5 to 10 miles a day 365 days a year in those boots for 7 years before the sole wore through. Over 20,000 miles. Id have them now but they somehow got lost in a house move.

[@powdertrax9742]

Try warming the shoe up it will make pealing those soles off and the cork much easier. I’d just use a heat gun or hairdryer “cork fits your foot like a glove” and that is exactly why I was going to recommend the Birkenstock Bend Low in leather. I’ve had Birk sandals for 50 years and just six months ago bought the Bends and they are just as comfy as the sandals. I also bought a pair of their all rubber sandals for washing the cars or just chillin, for a pretty good selection of those DIck’s sporting goods sells them. Those of you who know Birks you know what I’m talking about, they are known for their cork and leather footbeds and being in founded in 1774 has gotta say something, the footbed was created in 1896