Thanks for the review.I have been looking at these shoes but haven't pulled the trigger because of unknown quality. They look great though. I will order a pair now.
Wow. You crack open a new pair of shoes. Gave me anxiety and then I remember you are both clobbers and can put them back again. Thanks for your reviews!👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
I have reported the two posts about hacking in this thread to TH-cam. Have seen them going around TH-cam comments sections of late. Ignore them or report them as spam. 👍🏻
Your review couldn't give me anymore confidence in this shoe brand as I just ordered the Durant Oxford in bordeaux. I was slightly nervous, however, I tend to throw the dice at small companies and hope for the best. You have settled the nerves and feel confident that these shoes are going to be amazing.
Please continue to make video like this for other brands: Meermin, Ace Marks, Jack Erwin. I learned a lot, I don’t think there’s anyone on TH-cam doing what you guys are doing.
THANK YOU for splitting it open! I know I've been curious for over a year. I own several pairs and love every single one of them to the point it's hard to pick out a favorite. The 3-month wait period felt weird at first but I learned to almost enjoy it. I forget I ordered something and all of a sudden, SURPRISE! I really enjoy the emails they send out while they're being built and how they tell you about their artisans too! It feels like history is being made and you're now part of it. I really like their German Army Trainer sneakers, those are by far my favorite sneakers. The natural rubber sole is holding up very well. Since there aren't many videos of sneakers being resoled I wonder what your take is on those. Thank you again for the great videos!
Thank You for this review. I just received my two new pair of Beckett Simonon shoes at Christmas and I was worried that my purchase would end up being a mistake. Glad to see I made a solid purchase.
The Beckett & Simonon is a great shoe. They are stylish, well made and of superior quality and craftsmanship. If the shoe were retail you would easily pay an additional 2 bills for them. Great shoe for the clotheshorse and the guy who only needs a couple of pair of dress shoes. A real good buy.
@@ericjohnson5597 You’re right. I don’t think I took context that the comment was 2 years old, so forgive me. Hear me out; I just ordered a pair of their Leonard Monkstraps as of yesterday morning. I really do think the shoes/boots are good quality and something much more than what I’m willing to put on my feet. With that considered, I still wouldn’t pay $400 for them. I just paid ≈$160 for them, and I think I got away with a steal, but I wouldn’t pay $400 for them, and I don’t think they’re worth it. Mind you, I haven’t held them in my hands or worn them so I have no real experience with them, but their taking apart of them, I think the price-point is a worth the budget (albeit, the lead time is at least 2 months), but I wouldn’t ever have bought them if they were $400. Never, not with a coupon or a deal or anything.
Could you guys make a video about the importance of getting a stacked leather heel block? Maybe explains the pro's and cons of different types of heel blocks? Appreciate the great video! Keep it up!
Rotation, rotation, rotation and shoe trees. Got it and if a cobbler is telling me it is a good shoe for the price point that is good for me. To be honest, I have heard this before but to have another cobbler tell me this solidifies what my feet feel. Four pairs in the closet with shoe trees and they are in rotation with the four pairs of AEs and a couple of other. I do keep them all conditioned with a therapeutic conditioning and polishing every couple of weeks. Great Video!
Thank you! I have 3 pairs of Beckett Simonon shoes. I love them. I appreciate the great review you gave them. It took approximately 8 wks to receive them. It's a while to wait, but when they finally arrive, you feel like it's your birthday!!
2 pairs on order. Long wait because of covid. Should arrive soon though. Beckett Simonon has been excellent in keeping me informed. Thanks for the review and recommendation which I considered and ordered 2 pair!
Just received my first pair and I love them. Very comfortable out of the box and I loved the occasional email updates on where my shoes were in the process!
Years later but thank for this. I Just had this brand advertised to me and I was curious about the price. You’ve explained it well and this was really helpful!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Having sworn off retail shoes and committed to a path toward bespoke, I placed an order for three pairs of Beckett Simonon shoes about three weeks ago. I’m told to expect them in late October. After placing an initial order for the whole cut oxford in black, I was offered that 20% discount on any other shoes I may want to order from that ending “batch”. I couldn’t resist. I ordered two other pairs, both single strapped monks in tan and burgundy. I had done as much research I thought possible on Beckett Simonon before placing my first order. Your video has confirmed my research and then some about this shoe maker. So, again, thank you. I don’t mind the wait, at all. The thing about buying a relatively good quality shoe, like Beckett Simonon, at, most especially, the affordable $200 price point, is that it allows me to more easily complete my shoe collection as I work toward bespoke. I will happily live in a shoe like Beckett Simonon on my way toward as many bespoke shoes possible. For example, in time I will graduate to another pair of black whole cut oxfords. I will either purchase a pair of Berluti Alessandro Galet or an equally beautiful bespoke made shoe at a similar price.
jamxtube You’re very welcome! We’re glad you enjoyed. We love great shoes as well, and that’s our goal...to educate folks on the importance of buying as high of a quality shoe as you can and then caring for those shoes via products/repairs. We’re glad you’re following along and enjoying those nicer shoes!
Was on the fence on getting a pair and this video sold me. My Anders Split Toe Derbies in pebbled leather showed up a few days ago, amazing! Best looking and most comfortable pair of dress/office shoes I ever bought.
I recently ordered two pairs (light brown cap toe Oxford and penny loafer). The shoes are great for the money, but I’ll advised for wide feet. I had both stretched and the oxfords were still too tight for my foot. Ended up sending them to my brother in law. I wish Beckett Simonon had width options when ordering.
Thank you for this comment. I ordered 1 full size up from my regular shoe. I was worried about this but comments like this reassure me I made the right decision.
I’m not sure if this has been brought up about the extra insoles, but I use them occasionally, but not for extra padding, but because I have a a nearly flat foot and shallow instep. So the padding helps move the foot up into the laces, to where the shoe creases correctly, and allows a more secure fit. The one problem with using them though is if the back of the shoe is tall enough. If it is shallow, insoles are a no-go.
Wow 😳 a pair of Aldo shoes was my first real dress shoes. And I'm a shoe/sneaker collector. This page has opened my eyes to a whole genre that has a lot more than just hype behind it. My favorite sneakers are ones where design and detail was paid attention to. Like the Air Jordan 1 Union collaboration. Where most would say some basic AJ1 Chicago because of the hype behind it. I have a funny feeling this page will have me selling all my sneakers for some nice leather boots and shoes. To add on, this kind of style isn't as popular in the northeast so it's definitely harder to get introduced to if it wasn't for the internet. I imagine finding a good cobbler or finding one at all would be hard as well.
I've got 2 pairs of BS shoes and they're great. Very comfortable and have worn well. Every bit as good as my Allen Edmonds at half the price. Only downside is the long wait to get them after ordering vs having a pair of AE's within a few days or in a men's store. Also, getting 20% off coupons with each order of BS shoes is nice. That's around $40 off a new pair.
Appreciate your honest review. I too "loosely" believe it a CON that it is Blake-stitched. That being said, I ordered a couple of pairs today. Looking forward to them!
I bought the Royce long wings in tan. I love them. They almost wear like sneakers despite the stacked sole. Only thing I had done was a set of vibram sole savers.
Thanks, guys! Now I feel good about my order during their Black Friday sale period- 2 pairs of boots for $319 ! Nolan brogues and the Gallagher models. Expecting delivery by Feb 2021. :)
I have purchased four pair of shoes from Beckett Simonon and really like all of them with one exception. I bought a pair of Watson Derbys and after having worn them occasionally for six months they have started squeaking when I walk in them. I can feel a very slight vibration through the shoes when I walk also. Any thoughts about what could be causing this? I really think this is something unique to this particular pair of shoes as none of my other Beckett Simonon shoes are doing this.
This was a fantastic video guys! You’re truly filling a viable niche here by representing an expert perspective. There are plenty of influencers out there that have preferences, but you seem informed, genuine, and fair with your assessments. Please do more of these for Ace Marks, Thursday, and Meermin in that $200-$350 tier, and above for Allen Edmonds, Carmina, Alden, etc. I’m sure the fellow enthusiasts out there would be thrilled! Kudos again for all your great content thus far.
Peter Rivera-Pierola Thank you very much! We’re definitely trying to get our hands on those other brands. Meermin and Thursday will be coming up soon. Thanks again!
Thanks guys. I will pull the trigger now. Great video. It was hard to watch a new pair of beauitful wholecut shoes being cracked open just for looking.
Trent and Heath, thanks for the review. I am actually wait on two pairs of shoes from Beckett and Simonon. I’ll need to visit your site to get a kit to maintain my shoes.
A pair of Valencia Wholecuts are now on my list for upcoming weddings. Thanks for the teardown and evaluation of why the price point drives the soles interior. With good glue and cobbling skill is the pieced heel really that different than whole pieces ? I am kind of on the fence. A stacked heel is the expectation that you have whole pieces of leather on each layer.
Great review, i've been binge watching your channel ever since i discovered it! I like the honesty and the knowledge of both of you! Do you know what the heel counters are made of? I love the comfort of leather counters and search for shoes with that feature 🙈
Based on this review I purchased 2 boots from Beckett Simonon. The break-in took a little time but once they broke in they were great. I would have liked the laces a little longer but for the price these are amazing
I have ordered my third pair of these shoes and own two belts. These shoes are made of great hand-made quality and it is worth the wait for their arrival.
Love your videos, guys. To your point about airports: I haven’t had to remove my shoes in Security in years. Probably because I have TSA Precheck. Maybe that’s what your other customers are referring to.
I have their dowler boots. Love them. Only complaint I have is I got some deep creasing from the first wear. Might be because I didn’t condition before I wore? Idk but I get a ton of compliments on them.
I had a black dowler that I immediately sent back because the thin leather was had so much loose grain. I knew that if I kept it I was going to get insane creasing. Glad to know this hunch is correct.
Great video! I already purchased a pair of Beckett Simonon Chukkas before watching this video. Also the first time I purchased Direct from the manufacturer.
Have two pair and wear the. As an atty and I was very worried at first but for price point they can’t be beat. I have the highest arch one can have that usually require orthotics, but not with these. Been impressed.
Question....can you guys recommend a school to learn about shoe making and shoe repair? I've been watching your channel along other channels, and being a former Marine we make it our business in making ourselves look great especially the shoes. So, now I'm retired and looking to dedicate myself in something i love. So, any recommendations? I'm in the state of SC.
I have just gone to direct to consumer. What would you say the durability of the Blake stitching is? I live in the South with its rain. Also I’m pretty hard use with my shoes.
Hi guys, just a little hint concerning pronounciation....again, I know. "Vacchetta" is pronounced " va*ket*ta". In Italian "cha" or "ccha" is always "ka". Vacchetta means " cow hide". As always great and very informative work! Kudos to you 2!
Do you guys have any experience with Undandy shoes? I have a few pairs that were my first "nice" shoes. They are also Blake Stitched and made in Portugal and can be customized on the website. These are also in the $200 price range. I'm curious to hear a professional's opinion of them.
I've got two BS pairs, and my favorite are the Kent wingtips. Very well made shoes with good comfort for stiff dress shoes. I hesitate to say it, but my BS Kents are made as well as my Allen Edmonds and fit me better than AE.
Excellent review. I have both of those pairs as well and have been quite pleased with them. The wholecut in particular is exceptionally comfortable for me. 👍
I lost two footbed once, because the texon insoles were so wet that they came out when I wanted to remove the sockliner. It was raining outside, and the shoes were very dirty, so I decided to give them a fast shower under the sink. They were very cheap shoes in a very bad condition, (holes on their molded soles which explains why the insoles were so wet and also, boxy toes). I still used them as summer shoes with insoles. I am throwing them out in these moments. (Two years of service without footbed)
Thanks for this thorough review. I have been looking for a pair of Chelsea boots for some time, in all the usual places (retail I mean). But after watching your videos, I decided to look at Beckett Simonon. I found a pair I really liked, and the are running a special on boots ($165.00 per pair) so I pick up a pair. I realize I have to wait, but I have waited, or should I say, hesitated for a while already, so the wait for a good pair of shoes is no problem. Thanks for your insight and opinions.
I have a question for you guys. I took a pair to the cobbler after your video "where to look if your shoe needs repair...or smth like that" and I saw I had consumed the corner rubber of the heel. Now the cobbler changed the whole heel, didn't just put a rubber corner and charged me £20. Is this the right process or I got taken advantage of? Thanks a lot
Normally if the outside corner is getting worn, the entire rubber toplift will be replaced. If it’s barely worn, they could have recommended heel taps to prevent the wear. Unless it’s a 1-piece all rubber heel, there shouldn’t have been a reason to replace the block as well.
@@TrentonHeath I see, I feel they took advantage. I also saw they out a full rubber heal instead of the stack leather one I had...so the quality of the materials was sloppy. They tried to cover this by painting the whole sole with a different color
Great video. One note, those of us who travel a lot don’t take our shoes off at the airport ( pre-check) so the metal detector thing would be a nuisance if it were an issue
How do these shoes compare to other shoes in the $200 price range you mention in the video? One I can think of is Meermin. What are some other brands? Thanks
Just catching up on some of the back videos and this is really a great review. One real "pro" of these shoes, I think, is the story behind how and where they are made (Columbia). If the story Beckett Simonon presents is true and not just marketing hype, it's great to see an entire business built on the premise of hand craftsmanship. It's really in keeping with what Trenton and Heath are all about, and if as consumers we can support more "authentic" products, that should be a big factor in our buying decisions!
Excellent video ! I'm really happy you made this video, because im in the market for a new pair of dress shoes, i want a pair of AE or Aldens, but really cant justify the cost. I dont wear dress shoes all that much, but i dont want junk. Ive been on there site and am impressed. Thanks again for the great content.
Is there anything that you can do to replace the texon after it turns to swiss cheese after many resoles? Or do you have no choice but to get a new pair?
So these aren't a bad entry level shoe for the price 🤔 I've never had shoes n I'm thinking of getting a pair or 2. Since I would hardly wear them n it's my 1st one, would you recommend these? Or should I got up a few rungs n get a better quality?
Anthony Hoskin I guess a lot of it depends upon how often you’ll be wearing them. The cheapest route, if you’re just concerned about the soles wearing out, would be to put on sole protectors. You’ll still have that leather sole feel but with a little added traction and protection. If you don’t want sole protectors and perhaps wear your BS’s several times a week, yes, it would perhaps be worth the investment since you can only resole blake stitched shoes several times before they wear out.
I seriously considering a pair of Beckett Simonon, the Royce Longwings models. I have a question: I use public transport a lot, needing to walk the streets, and that is why I don't use dress shoes at work most of the time, but there are days when I have an important appointment and I do. In fact, I'm thinking on wearing dress shoes more often. But the thing that scares me is that it rains a lot where I live. And I mean a lot. How can I avoid full leather shoes from getting damaged with so much moisture? Thanks!
Just got a pair of Beckett Simonon G A T's on Pshmrk. These are very good shoes. Along with the Italian Leather, gum sole, waxed laces they are very light (compared to my Greats Royale with Margo soles) The GATs may become my new 'go to' shoe. Very impressed.
Thanks for the video! I just ordered a pair for my brother. I'm Allen Edmunds all the way. I'm 6'5" 400 pounds and size 15 W. Plus I live in Wisconsin.
Trenton - you mentioned you've been wearing those shoes for about 3 weeks but there seems to be no/very little wear on the leather sole. What's up with that?
yamborma As they’re whole cuts, a pretty formal shoe, I’ve been wearing them in my house and in our shop. After I do another video or two using them, I’ll try to get them out a little more and give another update. Based upon the wear I have had with them, they have worn quite well. Trust me, if I’d had any issues at all, I’d have told you all. 👍🏻
Great video and it just added to my excitement for the two Beckett's I have on order. Thanks for the superb sacrifice of opening up the whole cuts. Question: Your video and Kirby Allison's video of out-of-the-box care for Allen Edmonds recommended a dab of conditioning. Did you see a similar need with the Beckett's?
Travis Reese Thanks! Glad you enjoyed. Yes, we definitely recommend conditioner on new, out of the box shoes. We did a video on this topic as well. Enjoy the Beckett’s!
Great review! I hit subscribe so that I would get alerted on future reviews. I have a question regarding Beckett Simonon's Blake construction. I recently ordered one of their boots, but had expressed concern about water resistance since I wear my boots in all sorts of weather. I was told that all BS boots and shoes are built using Blake-Rapid construction to improve water resistence. Were the shoes you reviewed constructed in that manner? Was that the purpose of the welt?
One of the points Beckett Simonon emphasizes on its site is "less waste" so I would say that the heel block's design is consistent with that.
I appreciate this. If a cow is going to give their life so I have a shoe, I want the hide used as much as possible.
Thanks for the review.I have been looking at these shoes but haven't pulled the trigger because of unknown quality. They look great though. I will order a pair now.
Wow. You crack open a new pair of shoes. Gave me anxiety and then I remember you are both clobbers and can put them back again. Thanks for your reviews!👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
Haha...we didn’t want to do it, but we’ll sacrifice and redo them for our viewers. 😉
@@TrentonHeath Much appreciated. You probably make the shoes even better after you put them back again. 😂
I have reported the two posts about hacking in this thread to TH-cam. Have seen them going around TH-cam comments sections of late. Ignore them or report them as spam. 👍🏻
@@scdobserver835 same. Surprised TH-cam hasn't cracked down on this yet.
Your review couldn't give me anymore confidence in this shoe brand as I just ordered the Durant Oxford in bordeaux. I was slightly nervous, however, I tend to throw the dice at small companies and hope for the best. You have settled the nerves and feel confident that these shoes are going to be amazing.
Y'all should call this show "Shoe Autopsy". Great vid!!
Haha! Thanks...glad you enjoyed!
Please continue to make video like this for other brands: Meermin, Ace Marks, Jack Erwin. I learned a lot, I don’t think there’s anyone on TH-cam doing what you guys are doing.
Beckett simonon cap toe vs thursday captain. Which is better?
THANK YOU for splitting it open! I know I've been curious for over a year. I own several pairs and love every single one of them to the point it's hard to pick out a favorite. The 3-month wait period felt weird at first but I learned to almost enjoy it. I forget I ordered something and all of a sudden, SURPRISE! I really enjoy the emails they send out while they're being built and how they tell you about their artisans too! It feels like history is being made and you're now part of it. I really like their German Army Trainer sneakers, those are by far my favorite sneakers. The natural rubber sole is holding up very well. Since there aren't many videos of sneakers being resoled I wonder what your take is on those. Thank you again for the great videos!
nodieusa Not sure about their sneakers. We’ll have to look into them.
Your honesty and experience with shoes is appreciated. It is cool you did not shy away from the cons because you got the shoes for free. Great job.
Thank You for this review. I just received my two new pair of Beckett Simonon shoes at Christmas and I was worried that my purchase would end up being a mistake. Glad to see I made a solid purchase.
The Beckett & Simonon is a great shoe. They are stylish, well made and of superior quality and craftsmanship. If the shoe were retail you would easily pay an additional 2 bills for them. Great shoe for the clotheshorse and the guy who only needs a couple of pair of dress shoes. A real good buy.
I definitely wouldn’t pay $400 for these.
@@XxskidudekidxX Have you been to Nordstroms or Sax 5th lately? Everything is over 400 now.
@@ericjohnson5597 You’re right.
I don’t think I took context that the comment was 2 years old, so forgive me.
Hear me out; I just ordered a pair of their Leonard Monkstraps as of yesterday morning. I really do think the shoes/boots are good quality and something much more than what I’m willing to put on my feet. With that considered, I still wouldn’t pay $400 for them.
I just paid ≈$160 for them, and I think I got away with a steal, but I wouldn’t pay $400 for them, and I don’t think they’re worth it. Mind you, I haven’t held them in my hands or worn them so I have no real experience with them, but their taking apart of them, I think the price-point is a worth the budget (albeit, the lead time is at least 2 months), but I wouldn’t ever have bought them if they were $400. Never, not with a coupon or a deal or anything.
@@ericjohnson5597 But I also wouldn’t pay $400 for most of the options that I saw at Nordstrom
Could you guys make a video about the importance of getting a stacked leather heel block? Maybe explains the pro's and cons of different types of heel blocks?
Appreciate the great video! Keep it up!
Caleb Bellamy Thanks! Yeah, that sounds like a good video topic. 👍🏻
Rotation, rotation, rotation and shoe trees. Got it and if a cobbler is telling me it is a good shoe for the price point that is good for me. To be honest, I have heard this before but to have another cobbler tell me this solidifies what my feet feel. Four pairs in the closet with shoe trees and they are in rotation with the four pairs of AEs and a couple of other. I do keep them all conditioned with a therapeutic conditioning and polishing every couple of weeks. Great Video!
Thank you! I have 3 pairs of Beckett Simonon shoes. I love them. I appreciate the great review you gave them. It took approximately 8 wks to receive them. It's a while to wait, but when they finally arrive, you feel like it's your birthday!!
2 pairs on order. Long wait because of covid. Should arrive soon though. Beckett Simonon has been excellent in keeping me informed. Thanks for the review and recommendation which I considered and ordered 2 pair!
Just received my first pair and I love them. Very comfortable out of the box and I loved the occasional email updates on where my shoes were in the process!
Steve McMillen Glad you’re enjoying them!
Very helpful, in-depth review gents. On the basis of this video I will be ordering a couple of pairs today!
Years later but thank for this. I Just had this brand advertised to me and I was curious about the price. You’ve explained it well and this was really helpful!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Having sworn off retail shoes and committed to a path toward bespoke, I placed an order for three pairs of Beckett Simonon shoes about three weeks ago. I’m told to expect them in late October. After placing an initial order for the whole cut oxford in black, I was offered that 20% discount on any other shoes I may want to order from that ending “batch”. I couldn’t resist. I ordered two other pairs, both single strapped monks in tan and burgundy.
I had done as much research I thought possible on Beckett Simonon before placing my first order. Your video has confirmed my research and then some about this shoe maker. So, again, thank you. I don’t mind the wait, at all. The thing about buying a relatively good quality shoe, like Beckett Simonon, at, most especially, the affordable $200 price point, is that it allows me to more easily complete my shoe collection as I work toward bespoke. I will happily live in a shoe like Beckett Simonon on my way toward as many bespoke shoes possible. For example, in time I will graduate to another pair of black whole cut oxfords. I will either purchase a pair of Berluti Alessandro Galet or an equally beautiful bespoke made shoe at a similar price.
jamxtube You’re very welcome! We’re glad you enjoyed. We love great shoes as well, and that’s our goal...to educate folks on the importance of buying as high of a quality shoe as you can and then caring for those shoes via products/repairs. We’re glad you’re following along and enjoying those nicer shoes!
They are having a labor day sale, 2 for $300. Have seen them a lot on Facebook and Instagram but didn't know the quality. Thanks for the review
your review helped me decide to purchase my first pairs of Beckett Simonon. Thank you for your honest and unbiased insight.
Was on the fence on getting a pair and this video sold me. My Anders Split Toe Derbies in pebbled leather showed up a few days ago, amazing! Best looking and most comfortable pair of dress/office shoes I ever bought.
I recently ordered two pairs (light brown cap toe Oxford and penny loafer). The shoes are great for the money, but I’ll advised for wide feet. I had both stretched and the oxfords were still too tight for my foot. Ended up sending them to my brother in law. I wish Beckett Simonon had width options when ordering.
Thank you for this comment. I ordered 1 full size up from my regular shoe. I was worried about this but comments like this reassure me I made the right decision.
Won't your shoes be too long?
Because of the price point, the wait (about three months) and 25% off the purchase I bought two pair. This review helped me!
Haven’t worn proper shoes for eight months but was definitely loving my Royce Longwings before we all moved to work from home.
I’m not sure if this has been brought up about the extra insoles, but I use them occasionally, but not for extra padding, but because I have a a nearly flat foot and shallow instep. So the padding helps move the foot up into the laces, to where the shoe creases correctly, and allows a more secure fit. The one problem with using them though is if the back of the shoe is tall enough. If it is shallow, insoles are a no-go.
Wow 😳 a pair of Aldo shoes was my first real dress shoes. And I'm a shoe/sneaker collector. This page has opened my eyes to a whole genre that has a lot more than just hype behind it. My favorite sneakers are ones where design and detail was paid attention to. Like the Air Jordan 1 Union collaboration. Where most would say some basic AJ1 Chicago because of the hype behind it. I have a funny feeling this page will have me selling all my sneakers for some nice leather boots and shoes. To add on, this kind of style isn't as popular in the northeast so it's definitely harder to get introduced to if it wasn't for the internet. I imagine finding a good cobbler or finding one at all would be hard as well.
Could you take apart and review a pair of oxfords from Thursday Boot Company? There good year welted in the less than $200 range.
Would love to see a 2024 version of Beckett Siminon 🙏🏻
You guys are doing such a wonderful job!!! Interesting and fun videos!
I've got 2 pairs of BS shoes and they're great. Very comfortable and have worn well. Every bit as good as my Allen Edmonds at half the price. Only downside is the long wait to get them after ordering vs having a pair of AE's within a few days or in a men's store. Also, getting 20% off coupons with each order of BS shoes is nice. That's around $40 off a new pair.
Appreciate your honest review. I too "loosely" believe it a CON that it is Blake-stitched. That being said, I ordered a couple of pairs today. Looking forward to them!
How do you like them after a year?
I know this is an old video, but did you guys ever do an update on how these shoes have held up over the years? Would love to see a follow up vid!
How can you guys are so good looking, easy listening and handy in the same time? Love love love your videos. :)
I bought the Royce long wings in tan. I love them. They almost wear like sneakers despite the stacked sole. Only thing I had done was a set of vibram sole savers.
This review is 5 yrs old. I’m wondering if what is here is still in practice. I’m torn between Meermins and these. I think I’m gonna go with these.
Thanks, guys! Now I feel good about my order during their Black Friday sale period- 2 pairs of boots for $319 ! Nolan brogues and the Gallagher models. Expecting delivery by Feb 2021. :)
You guy are awesome, I ended up buying my first pair of Beckett Simonon dress shoes. Also first time I went over $100 and not from Macys! So excited .
I have purchased four pair of shoes from Beckett Simonon and really like all of them with one exception. I bought a pair of Watson Derbys and after having worn them occasionally for six months they have started squeaking when I walk in them. I can feel a very slight vibration through the shoes when I walk also. Any thoughts about what could be causing this? I really think this is something unique to this particular pair of shoes as none of my other Beckett Simonon shoes are doing this.
This was a fantastic video guys! You’re truly filling a viable niche here by representing an expert perspective. There are plenty of influencers out there that have preferences, but you seem informed, genuine, and fair with your assessments. Please do more of these for Ace Marks, Thursday, and Meermin in that $200-$350 tier, and above for Allen Edmonds, Carmina, Alden, etc. I’m sure the fellow enthusiasts out there would be thrilled! Kudos again for all your great content thus far.
Peter Rivera-Pierola Thank you very much! We’re definitely trying to get our hands on those other brands. Meermin and Thursday will be coming up soon. Thanks again!
Trenton & Heath my pleasure. Excellent to hear-looking forward to them!
How does Blake stitch compare with GYW?
Great analysis. I have 4 pairs in my rotation. You have another subscriber. Keep the vids coming
Awesome job! I was just about to buy a pair and this could not be more informative. You guys do great work
Thanks guys. I will pull the trigger now. Great video. It was hard to watch a new pair of beauitful wholecut shoes being cracked open just for looking.
I just ordered a pair of Elliott Balmoral boots a couple weeks ago and I'm super excited. Too bad I have to wait until Feb 2023!
How do you like them Thanks
Without the ability to try on these shoes first and with just a long lead time, this review was priceless. I just ordered a couple pairs.
Trent and Heath, thanks for the review. I am actually wait on two pairs of shoes from Beckett and Simonon. I’ll need to visit your site to get a kit to maintain my shoes.
A pair of Valencia Wholecuts are now on my list for upcoming weddings. Thanks for the teardown and evaluation of why the price point drives the soles interior. With good glue and cobbling skill is the pieced heel really that different than whole pieces ? I am kind of on the fence. A stacked heel is the expectation that you have whole pieces of leather on each layer.
The extra insoles/liners are great if your changing the thickness of your socks, especially in their boots.👍
Thank you I have never heard of this brand and this type of review was totally new to me and meant a lot. Well done.
Great review, i've been binge watching your channel ever since i discovered it! I like the honesty and the knowledge of both of you!
Do you know what the heel counters are made of? I love the comfort of leather counters and search for shoes with that feature 🙈
Based on this review I purchased 2 boots from Beckett Simonon. The break-in took a little time but once they broke in they were great. I would have liked the laces a little longer but for the price these are amazing
I have ordered my third pair of these shoes and own two belts. These shoes are made of great hand-made quality and it is worth the wait for their arrival.
How are the belts holding up
@@tomtexas8574 The belts are holding up great and I am on my 4th pair of shoes that I had purchased
Just order two pair - appreciate the autopsy.
Love your videos, guys. To your point about airports: I haven’t had to remove my shoes in Security in years. Probably because I have TSA Precheck. Maybe that’s what your other customers are referring to.
I’m in the UK and don’t have to remove shoes here although every time I flew internally while I was in the US I was made to take my shoes off
I have their dowler boots. Love them. Only complaint I have is I got some deep creasing from the first wear. Might be because I didn’t condition before I wore? Idk but I get a ton of compliments on them.
I had a black dowler that I immediately sent back because the thin leather was had so much loose grain. I knew that if I kept it I was going to get insane creasing. Glad to know this hunch is correct.
Great video! I already purchased a pair of Beckett Simonon Chukkas before watching this video. Also the first time I purchased Direct from the manufacturer.
I'd love to see full dissection!! You should also rip up the linings and uppers. See the materials for the heel counter and toe puffs!
B Smith If we had the lasts they were built on, we might, but we actually want to keep these shoes and enjoy them.
Wow. I have never learned so much about how shoes are made and the difference between good quality and lesser quality made shoes. Thanks!
Have two pair and wear the. As an atty and I was very worried at first but for price point they can’t be beat. I have the highest arch one can have that usually require orthotics, but not with these. Been impressed.
Question....can you guys recommend a school to learn about shoe making and shoe repair? I've been watching your channel along other channels, and being a former Marine we make it our business in making ourselves look great especially the shoes. So, now I'm retired and looking to dedicate myself in something i love. So, any recommendations? I'm in the state of SC.
I have just gone to direct to consumer. What would you say the durability of the Blake stitching is? I live in the South with its rain. Also I’m pretty hard use with my shoes.
How long does it take to receive your shoes awe 3months lol
Hi guys, just a little hint concerning pronounciation....again, I know.
"Vacchetta" is pronounced " va*ket*ta". In Italian "cha" or "ccha" is always "ka". Vacchetta means " cow hide". As always great and very informative work! Kudos to you 2!
Was on their website and they don't have a sizing chart or instructions how to determine which size to order ..
Do you guys have any experience with Undandy shoes? I have a few pairs that were my first "nice" shoes. They are also Blake Stitched and made in Portugal and can be customized on the website. These are also in the $200 price range. I'm curious to hear a professional's opinion of them.
I've got two BS pairs, and my favorite are the Kent wingtips. Very well made shoes with good comfort for stiff dress shoes. I hesitate to say it, but my BS Kents are made as well as my Allen Edmonds and fit me better than AE.
Excellent review. I have both of those pairs as well and have been quite pleased with them. The wholecut in particular is exceptionally comfortable for me. 👍
I lost two footbed once, because the texon insoles were so wet that they came out when I wanted to remove the sockliner. It was raining outside, and the shoes were very dirty, so I decided to give them a fast shower under the sink. They were very cheap shoes in a very bad condition, (holes on their molded soles which explains why the insoles were so wet and also, boxy toes). I still used them as summer shoes with insoles. I am throwing them out in these moments. (Two years of service without footbed)
Thanks for this thorough review. I have been looking for a pair of Chelsea boots for some time, in all the usual places (retail I mean). But after watching your videos, I decided to look at Beckett Simonon. I found a pair I really liked, and the are running a special on boots ($165.00 per pair) so I pick up a pair. I realize I have to wait, but I have waited, or should I say, hesitated for a while already, so the wait for a good pair of shoes is no problem. Thanks for your insight and opinions.
could the split heel block be for more flex?
I have a question for you guys. I took a pair to the cobbler after your video "where to look if your shoe needs repair...or smth like that" and I saw I had consumed the corner rubber of the heel. Now the cobbler changed the whole heel, didn't just put a rubber corner and charged me £20. Is this the right process or I got taken advantage of? Thanks a lot
Normally if the outside corner is getting worn, the entire rubber toplift will be replaced. If it’s barely worn, they could have recommended heel taps to prevent the wear. Unless it’s a 1-piece all rubber heel, there shouldn’t have been a reason to replace the block as well.
@@TrentonHeath I see, I feel they took advantage. I also saw they out a full rubber heal instead of the stack leather one I had...so the quality of the materials was sloppy. They tried to cover this by painting the whole sole with a different color
Great video. One note, those of us who travel a lot don’t take our shoes off at the airport ( pre-check) so the metal detector thing would be a nuisance if it were an issue
RapperT Ahhh...good point!
I almost bought a pair of the whole cut in the sale. Changed my mind having seen this. Thank you
Would you choose the Hoyt by BS or the Saint by Thursday if you were to purchase one again? I love your channel. Always informative.
How do these shoes compare to other shoes in the $200 price range you mention in the video? One I can think of is Meermin. What are some other brands? Thanks
Just catching up on some of the back videos and this is really a great review. One real "pro" of these shoes, I think, is the story behind how and where they are made (Columbia). If the story Beckett Simonon presents is true and not just marketing hype, it's great to see an entire business built on the premise of hand craftsmanship. It's really in keeping with what Trenton and Heath are all about, and if as consumers we can support more "authentic" products, that should be a big factor in our buying decisions!
Colombia* Columbia is a different thing.
Excellent video ! I'm really happy you made this video, because im in the market for a new pair of dress shoes, i want a pair of AE or Aldens, but really cant justify the cost. I dont wear dress shoes all that much, but i dont want junk. Ive been on there site and am impressed. Thanks again for the great content.
Never heard of these guys until I say an Instagram post today, you gave me the confidence I needed to know it’s worth the money
Would you recommend sole protectors on Blake Stitched shoes to extend the life that much more?
They're having a sale on their shoes right now, 2 for $319 :D I'm glad you guys have a review on them
Wow, what a great review, best one I have seen in a long time, thank you!
Most helpful shoe review I have ever seen! Thanks guys!
Awesome...we’re glad to hear it!
Is there anything that you can do to replace the texon after it turns to swiss cheese after many resoles? Or do you have no choice but to get a new pair?
So these aren't a bad entry level shoe for the price 🤔 I've never had shoes n I'm thinking of getting a pair or 2. Since I would hardly wear them n it's my 1st one, would you recommend these? Or should I got up a few rungs n get a better quality?
Do you think Beckett Simonon’s are worth putting JR Redenbach oak bark tanned leather soles on?
Anthony Hoskin I guess a lot of it depends upon how often you’ll be wearing them. The cheapest route, if you’re just concerned about the soles wearing out, would be to put on sole protectors. You’ll still have that leather sole feel but with a little added traction and protection. If you don’t want sole protectors and perhaps wear your BS’s several times a week, yes, it would perhaps be worth the investment since you can only resole blake stitched shoes several times before they wear out.
I seriously considering a pair of Beckett Simonon, the Royce Longwings models. I have a question: I use public transport a lot, needing to walk the streets, and that is why I don't use dress shoes at work most of the time, but there are days when I have an important appointment and I do. In fact, I'm thinking on wearing dress shoes more often. But the thing that scares me is that it rains a lot where I live. And I mean a lot. How can I avoid full leather shoes from getting damaged with so much moisture? Thanks!
Are they brothers? One heck of a great channel. I am hooked.
Yep, we’re brothers! Thank you so much! We really appreciate you watching.
Love to see more breakdowns! Very informative 👍🏼
I have the Valencia whole cut from them just like the pair in this video I love them.
Just got a pair of Beckett Simonon G A T's on Pshmrk. These are very good shoes. Along with the Italian Leather, gum sole, waxed laces they are very light (compared to my Greats Royale with Margo soles) The GATs may become my new 'go to' shoe. Very impressed.
Thanks for the video! I just ordered a pair for my brother. I'm Allen Edmunds all the way. I'm 6'5" 400 pounds and size 15 W. Plus I live in Wisconsin.
How do they compare to Thursday shoes ?
pranjal kumar We hope to review those soon.
I own a pair from both and I’d recommend Beckett Simonon.
Do you guys have a video comparing the repair of a blake stitch to the repair of a Goodyear Welt? I would watch the hell outta that.
When it is time to resole, would Blake Rapid recrafting be a reasonable alternative to just replacing the sole? What would the cost difference be?
Trenton - you mentioned you've been wearing those shoes for about 3 weeks but there seems to be no/very little wear on the leather sole. What's up with that?
yamborma As they’re whole cuts, a pretty formal shoe, I’ve been wearing them in my house and in our shop. After I do another video or two using them, I’ll try to get them out a little more and give another update. Based upon the wear I have had with them, they have worn quite well. Trust me, if I’d had any issues at all, I’d have told you all. 👍🏻
Both very nice-looking shoes. Good to know it's not just that they look good but they're also well made.
How would you guys compare the Beckett Dowler boots with Thursday Captains?
Those are two very commonly owned boots in that price range.
Torn between these and Thursday. Got some thinking to do. But thanks for a Great video with tons of information.
Is a shoe that is Blake stitched lighter in weight than Goodyear welted shoe?
Great video and it just added to my excitement for the two Beckett's I have on order. Thanks for the superb sacrifice of opening up the whole cuts. Question: Your video and Kirby Allison's video of out-of-the-box care for Allen Edmonds recommended a dab of conditioning. Did you see a similar need with the Beckett's?
Travis Reese Thanks! Glad you enjoyed. Yes, we definitely recommend conditioner on new, out of the box shoes. We did a video on this topic as well. Enjoy the Beckett’s!
Great review! I hit subscribe so that I would get alerted on future reviews. I have a question regarding Beckett Simonon's Blake construction. I recently ordered one of their boots, but had expressed concern about water resistance since I wear my boots in all sorts of weather. I was told that all BS boots and shoes are built using Blake-Rapid construction to improve water resistence. Were the shoes you reviewed constructed in that manner? Was that the purpose of the welt?