$900 Gucci Loafers Restored! Are they Worth it??

[@TrentonHeath]

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[@SToad]

A long shot but not sure if you guys reply to old videos, in the boot restoration one where you applied conditioning cream (3-4 years ago)... How often do you recommend to apply the this cream to a boot? Every month of wear or..?

[@TrentonHeath]

It completely depends upon how often the boots are worn. If you’re wearing them several times a week and/or they’re in harsh conditions, you could put some conditioner on them every couple of weeks. If you’re only wearing them every now and then, you could get by with conditioning them 2-3 times a year. Just apply whenever you think they need it (by the look and feel of the leather).

[@SToad]

Thank you so much! Appreciate the reply. Cheers!@@TrentonHeath

[@lithgowlights859]

What blows my mind is when KZbin thinks I'll enjoy watching 9 minutes and 42 seconds of someone I'll never meet, repairing a pair of shoes I'll never own, in a country I'll never visit. Well they got it right, I watched the whole thing and even gave you a thumbs up

[@wolfgangbarreto1833]

WELL ! Just another great restoration by a master craftsman. It is always a pleasure to watch you guys work.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We really appreciate you watching.

[@ac14081408]

Gucci fit is why they are so popular. Didn’t understand the hype until I tried a pair on. They feel incredible. Will add to my collection.

[@stephenkyjak-lane132]

I love mine.25 years with good care, still going strong.

[@ttop64]

I'm always fascinated by the blind stitching process .

[@BillyMillion]

What fascinates you?

[@ttop64]

@@BillyMillion The intricacy of carefully cutting and peeling back the leather . Then stitching the sole on and gluing the leather back down so it looks like it had never been cut in the first place.

[@patrickgrimaldi9412]

The craft y'all put into this one is incredible

[@MrOtis1001]

I own 6 pairs of Carmina loafers, 1 pair of AE horse bit loafers and 2 pair of Gucci 1953 horse bit loafers in brown and black. The Gucci 1953 have the best fit and comfort of them all. Worth every penny I spent.

[@radiospank]

Good to know, I don’t wear loafers but I got the 1953 in black and they are very soft. I contemplated getting carmina or even meermin but I wanted the original iconic 1953😂❤

[@b1607654]

Amen

[@raredanceclassics]

For some reason the fit of 1953 never worked for my weird feet, but the Jordaans and Brixtons are easily my favorite shoes to wear. Can't get enough of them for the same reasons you just stated.

[@teekue]

Fit>everything

[@Gardenheir]

Never thought I could enjoy watching someone restore a pair of loafers but I'm a little obsessed now. Great channel!!

[@petersilecchio4417]

Great Custom Work. Enjoyed your Video.

[@AggaCityGang]

Mesmerising video, such craftsmanship, amazing!

[@waxedearth5425]

Those came out incredible

[@b1607654]

Iconic is correct. Nothing beats the look of the Gucci horse bit loafer.

[@lplp1546]

I watched your entire video. I agree with your assessment of the iconic Gucci Loafers. If this is your style of shoes and you like them, then purchase them and see for yourself. You made those shoes look better than new. Keep the great videos coming.

[@robertrodriguez1557]

If they weren’t then. They are now !!! Great job!!!! Wow!!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We appreciate you watching.

[@jeffreybrown7270]

What you said!!

[@fender101111]

Nice paint job on the sole. It’s like you were painting a burst on a Gibson Les Paul guitar!🎸

[@hardcoredoom5892]

I own three pairs of Gucci loafers, a pair of Magnanni double monk straps, and a pair of Iron Rangers. Gucci loafers are by far the best shoes I’ve ever owned. They almost seem to have magic powers.

[@paddington436]

Excellent craftsmanship 🎉🎉🎉

[@jimcole2648]

So cool to see a restoration like this. Nice work

[@DubCPicker]

Great restoration!!! Better than factory ❤️❤️❤️

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much!

[@69hdavid]

I have never owned a pair of Gucci shoes, however, I do own 9 pairs of Allen Edmonds. Several of those have been with me for over 45 years. Most have been through the re-crating process at the factory in Port Washington, WI. The highest price I ever paid for a pair was $90 for a pair of the shark skin Nassau. The re craft cost for anything today is around $120.00.

[@TrentonHeath]

Yep. Quality shoes at a much cheaper price are definitely out there. AE’s can be found at a bargain. I have several pairs myself.

[@AnticipatedHedgehog]

Just looked those shark skin Nassau shoes up, very interesting design on them. Would love to see an entire history of AE shoes produced.

[@drzaius844]

I think my Randolph’s look way better than a Gucci loafer. And even in shell they are cheaper. AE loafers are killer.

[@SubversionGarage]

Supposedly AE sources their Italian-made shoes from the same supplier as Gucci. I have an irresponsible amount of AE shoes, and you won't find a better value

[@user-rc7dg3np9c]

I have 6 pairs. Love them. You did an amazing job. I have a pair that I bought when I was 22 I’m now 51. They need a bit of work but I live in the uk. Bought those puppies in Paris

[@1RoadGarage]

Nice restore! 🤙

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks! We appreciate you watching.

[@brianathern9154]

Big fan of this resole and restoration but not 900 bucks for loafers. Your workmanship was top shelf again. Blessings gents

[@beegchunguz7425]

Its fascinating to see all the different ways you make the gimmings and soles.

[@holymoly6829]

Worth every penny of your repair work Again better than new Easy 👍

[@tylerdavis127]

Made in Italy, refinished in Nashville

[@TrentonHeath]

😁👍

[@charleslyall4911]

Great job guys 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@anthonybruno2069]

Amazing job !

[@MuzamalGujjar-g1v]

Good job

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@erickrivera440]

I love these shoes. I got lucky and bought them from a European retailer (when the USD was really strong relative to the GBP) and ended up getting these for ~$550. I love them. They fit well, look great, and are the only "luxury" brand shoe I'd ever shell out the cash for that isn't a bespoke shoe. Wouldn't pay $900 though.

[@marcmckenzie5110]

Heath, your request cracked me up! It made me think of the camp game we played growing up in middle school called “baby if you love me, smile”. 😂

[@richarddawson203]

Can you guys give us a tour of your shop? I think that’d be cool.

[@jancedricmicheler6122]

Hi i have a Question is the construction a blake Construction or is this Horsebitloafer glued.

[@philwatson3646]

Love your channel! Thanks!

[@gpeng05]

You guys have the stamper?

[@ronnysvanmo9133]

Tumbs up! 👍😜 Love your content.

[@TrentonHeath]

Much appreciated!

[@DrMJJr]

Good morning boys, great job as always!! I LOVE MY CARMINA’s babyyyyy!!!!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! Have a great weekend.

[@concretekiller]

imma say no even without watching the whole video

[@TrentonHeath]

They feel great on the feet, but we agree. Definitely not $900 worthy.

[@KidFragrance]

Yeah, these look like 200-250 dollars shoes at best. For $900, I want to be able to join the Matrix and dodge bullets. 😂😂😂

[@southernbenz2098]

The only complaint was about the insole. If that’s the only complaint, then it’s not such a big deal…

[@williamkazak469]

The soles look thin. I don't know how walking in them would handle the irregularities of sidewalks or walking across the street. They seem more like driving moccasins to me.

[@tywebbgolfenthusiast8950]

But they say Gucci on them! That makes them eye-talian shoes worth it.

[@Just_the_Q]

A true craftsman

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@vonglo4587]

Nice video and great job

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We really appreciate you watching.

[@raredanceclassics]

I really love the care you took to add the GUCCI imprint on the soles, I know where I'm sending my Gucci loafers when the day comes for a resole. I think a lot of us who buy these know they aren't technically worth the price point (especially after all the recent price increases, these were under 700 bucks just 2 years ago), but they're really a beautiful shoe and the uppers feel incredible, probably one of the few luxury designers actually making a quality shoe these days, and the shopping experience you get in a boutique is worth a few extra bucks as well I suppose.

[@whyaskmenoely25]

The other thing is, no other "knockoff" other than Carmina comes close to the silhouette and look of the shoe. Gucci horsebit loafers just look...right. Nice almond toe shape, no weird stiching on the toe box, horsebit isn't some gaudy buckle with branding. That's the extra I paid for alongside the brand; to look correct.

[@EricPetersen2922]

How much is a restoration like that cost? That’s the value of the shoes, vert very nice work! Great video thank you 😃

[@bubbie23jw]

You all do a great job. How do I get an estimate on shoe repair?

[@Clay_N]

Very nice blind stitch and insole. Better than og

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@sarasundquist5078]

Happy for the shave. 😍

[@TrentonHeath]

😉👍

[@mundie33]

@trentonheath - does Gucci sell those logo presses to cobblers? i'm not in the market or anything, just surprised to see it!

[@only1antjonesjones187]

I have a pair of these as well as some Allen Edmonds and also some Magnannl's these are the most comfortable

[@popsuty_bojler07]

Beautiful job. Greetings from Poland from the city of Radomsko.😊

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much! We appreciate you watching.

[@chrisfi3d]

“Are they worth it? I dunno.” Quality conclusion with quality references there.

[@damianosavraammisaelidis9727]

Excellent job. The price point is definitely high. But as we say in my native country, the silken panties want also silken behinds. But, consider this. You guys can find online bargains and since you are from the trade you can refurbish them and shape them up to your personal standards. Keep it up boys. Cheers.

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha…I love it! Very true.

[@MaliciousAction100]

9:21 I never thought I’d hear someone describe designer shoes as comfortable

[@familypacheco8496]

For the Gucci stamp, is there a special allowance for refurbishing original items?

[@joshhibbs_nola]

I also think I have an interesting project for y’all when I get some money. They are a pair of Mahabis slippers. The uppers are leather and the lowers are rubber but the rubber bottoms are completely coming apart. Mahabis no longer makes their slippers in a leather option anymore. I would love to see what you guys could do to put a better sole on them if that is all possible. I hate to just trash them. I paid like $250-$300 for them. The uppers are fine. It is just the soles that failed on them.

[@joabscott4838]

Best blind stitch anywhere…you don’t even look nervous cutting it.

[@FJ_RG]

Hello, Which brush brands do you, as a footwear care expert, consider most effective and reliable for achieving an exceptional shine on shoes? Are there specific features I should take into account when selecting a quality brush?"

[@alexschulz5305]

are Gucci drivers be re sole ? the ones that has multiple pins on the sole

[@kevinstewart4579]

This is truly excellent work from Heath, as always! Best wishes from a long-time subscriber

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We always appreciate you watching. Have a great weekend!

[@denisebayron44]

where are you located? would you allow a customer to mail in a pair of gucci loafers or hermes loafers for repair / new sole?

[@TrentonHeath]

Yes, most of our business is from mail-in. Please visit potterandsons.com

[@chucksouth4258]

No way...no how! You are paying a huge premium price for the name.

[@chucksouth4258]

Thanks guys,. my money is better spent on a pair of shoes with a Goodyear welt, regardless of style.

[@federicobertacchi273]

Siete bravissimi e simpatici un saluta dall’Italia

[@retiredafce3373]

Great job!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks! We appreciate you watching.

[@trishsinis5301]

how much does it cost to refurbish these?

[@noelcruz2891]

Excellent video. I do not have any means to be able to buy a $900 shoe, but by watching this channel and also others as well, the same or very similar quality by other brands might be had for less than 900. But hey, these men can get the materials they need to create a shoe, and the quality of craftsmanship alone can be justified if they priced it at close to $900. Keep it up. 🙂

[@thedom1678]

I think I had a pair of these back in the day. Very cool seeing the process of making that blind Blake stitch. Nice result and nice shoe but I agree, I bit expensive for what you get however, definitely worth the reverb.

[@CaptainWillard830]

Outstanding

[@samanthab1923]

Growing up in the 70s-80’s my dad had three pair. Brown, Navy & White. He was always about taking care of your feet. Must have been comfy.

[@rodconner9079]

Very Nice work -- Customer should be very pleased. Near 'Like-New" but better in my opinion. As for the price-point, to the owner -- surely!!! Value is what someone will pay... either to purchase or renew, so YES obviously!!! : ); more power to them and I'll applaud their choice all day, every day. For me, not practical -- then again, if I were to try them, I may think so myself .... and maybe try to make a work boot out of em : ). I know I'm a month late but I did enjoy just the same. Happy Holidays and a VERY Merry CHRISTmas to you and yours!!! Be Safe

[@alvinjackson9685]

If they are sentimental, and I they're extremely comfortable, absolutely worth it!

[@SpaceBaz]

I have exactly the same model but I bought them around much cheaper on sale. Wear them only 5-10 a year in summer for 7-8 years now.

[@thomasd8735]

Are you taking restoration orders again?

[@johnsheridan8962]

I want to go to there

[@DMorgan77]

I don’t own any loafers, but if it’s a video you gents release I know it’ll be enjoyable to watch.

[@kainenr]

Hope this thumps up keeps your hair blown back for years to come!

[@TrentonHeath]

😁😁 Always appreciated!

[@thomascampanis]

@TrentonHeath Can you fix my Gucci Horsebit 1953 Loafers? The sole is too short and the toe is rubbing on the ground when I walk. Perhaps you have a solution. i don't want to wear a hole in the toe.

[@paul_domici]

Great Job!!! Beautiful shoes but I wouldn't pay $900 bucks for them!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We agree.

[@senoB]

That one sewing machine that, I think, Blake-stitched the outsoles on, is this possible to do by hand (pre-industrialization) in recrafting or only possible if you disassemble the shoe again? P.S. i have a pair of the sandals and they are great!

[@TrentonHeath]

It would be very difficult to do by hand with the uppers completely intact like they are here, as it would be difficult to reach the inner parts of the shoe by hand. So glad you’re enjoying the sandals! We appreciate it.

[@jeffe4297]

Is that an officially licensed Gucci leather stamp you’re putting on the soles? Lol.

[@Huss417]

What would the cost of the repair have been?

[@TrentonHeath]

This one was $250.

[@1mic3]

How the hell do you guys do this job without cutting your hand open every five minutes, if I were doing this I’d have a prosthetic by now!, 👍👍👍

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha…years of doing it over and over and knowing how to cut and what not to do. We have several scars from our early days.

[@drinny26]

How much to restore these shoes?

[@zakugodofwar1005]

You guys did a better job than Gucci!!! Amazing!!!

[@mjay4700]

2 Questions. 1. Where/how did you get that Gucci stamp made? and 2. What is that open tupperware tub of black liquid next to the dyes?

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha…the tub of liquid is just water that we use for rinsing out the brushes. We get our stamps from a business in Hong Kong called LW Leathers.

[@lionofzion81]

Nice work, as always. What i wonder is, do you get this gucci heat stamp from Gucci or can you sort of make your own? Couldn't you get sued for counterfeitting?

[@DrMJJr]

Not as long as they make it clear that they’re RE-CRAFTING the shoe as a Gucci brand

[@TrentonHeath]

We try to use the correct logo for many of the brands we resole. It just adds that extra special touch. As the gentleman said above, no, it’s not counterfeiting as long as we’re actually working on the authentic brand we’re refurbishing.

[@lionofzion81]

@@DrMJJr that's what i figured, thanks for confirming

[@lionofzion81]

@@TrentonHeath makes sense, thanks

[@ryancraig4811]

Is it industry practice to use original marks on replaced parts as long as the upper is intact? When is Gucci not Gucci? Opposite of counterfeiting risk, I think it’s unfair to cover up your quality work, now that the shoes are arguably better than new. I guess the owner would prefer to see the brand name.

[@michaellennon13]

Am not a loafers guy anyway, but even if i was I don't think I'd ever pay that much money... You did a great job guys as always ❤ Heath, I noticed something's missing from your face 😢

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha…Yep, it was time.

[@johnkerr2066]

What address can I send my Gucci loafers to be restored?

[@rctaz990]

Press that like button guys. Keep these boys going. Good job as usual. Not sure I'd part with $900 for these though. I bet you could find similar for a lot less

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We agree. Very comfortable shoes but $900 is a bit of a stretch.

[@Kingfisher1215]

I have a pair, I paid $125 for them new.

[@AnticipatedHedgehog]

Carmina Loafers might be an alternative

[@meirparnes9135]

@@Kingfisher1215 how ?

[@johngrant1337]

good video , thanks

[@TrentonHeath]

Glad you liked it!

[@carebearscooby]

Out of curiosity, wouldn’t it be cheaper to buy a new pair? Beautiful work by the way!

[@johntate5050]

Can you get those machines fixed if they break? There can't be many places able to make a living doing it.

[@frankmastromauro5630]

Good video

[@TheNathan0311]

What you guys do is quite interesting, but also quite foreign to some of us viewers. I’m sure it gets to be repetitive, but can you please include more narration in your videos? It helps a lot for those of us who are newer viewers of the trade. Anyway, keep up the good work. Many thanks.

[@muchasgracias6976]

Would have been fun if you had resoled them with either a wedge sole, commando sole, or better yet, a massively chunky logger sole and heel block.

[@Urhmmmm]

Thumbs 👍 Up ⬆️ fellas ❤❤

[@donnareeves319]

Great job! That is a lot to fork out but then again I’ll pay over $1000 for a nice preloved LV bag! 🤷🏼‍♀️😂

[@saxman7131]

There’s no pair of shoes worth $900 to me. Maybe if they were work boots and my life depended on them. But that’s me. To each his own.

[@richardbyrd3875]

Those shoes are in better than brand new

[@dangridley7534]

Really enjoy you videos, but do wish you would add more commentary explaining each step in the process and why you are doing things the way you do.

[@alanparks7919]

I’ve owned the Gucci horsebit loafers, and similar ones from Bally and AE. The Guccis were very comfortable, but the thin soles on them and the Ballys were so thin that they required too much maintenance for me. Iconic shoes, but not worth the price, for me.

[@macmorgan6685]

I’m on my third pair, the first stolen from my brother, the second brought from Italy by a PanAm pilot friend back in 1973 and most recently a used pair bought on eBay for $100.00, complete with custom shoe trees and Gucci shoe pouches! I would never pay the current price for a pair and having just had pair of Peal/Brooks Bros pebble grain chukka boots resoled/rebuilt for $600.00, I’m questioning my own sanity! But you two are at the top of your trade and I really enjoy your videos… now if I can just decide what to send you? How bout a pair of 40yr old Saks Gucci copies with the chamois liner falling apart… otherwise in great shape. 😂 would love to to send them off to you but I don’t think they deserve cost to revive them… a projected cost?