These Pierre Corthay MTO’s were ordered during our trunk show in December. All great styles and all for different customers.
The New Arca Boucle on the 001 last in Cherry with Granny Apple Piping
The New Nelson on the new 003 last in Lie de Vin
The New Kleber on the 001 Last in Bergeronette Box
The Classic Arca on the 001 Last in Black Calf with Purple Lining
Great choices by all and great new styles by Pierre.
Many customers think that Mr. Corthay’s lasts and styles are ONLY progressive and suitable for those with narrow feet. In fact, the new Nelson is an example of a seemingly traditional shoe with Corthay flair in a more “comfortable” last. A fine example how flexibility and creativity by Pierre combine to meet a market need.
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Can you comment on the quality of Corthays? Construction/Production methods?
As I understand it, the shoes are made in a small factory outside of Paris. The shoes I have seen have all been Goodyear welted, I believe.
The leathers are of very high quality and the finishing is generally aggressive, with heavy antiquing, probably somewhere between the likes of Edward Green (subtle) and Italians like Kiton (very aggressive).
The lasts are beautiful, but they tend to run narrower (such as the 001), ala the Vass U-last. The 003 last is significantly more generous.
The Nelson looks like something that might fit the “average” American foot. Steve, do you have that style in stock in 10 and 10,5?
Joe
Joe
The Nelson is not a style I carry as a stock shoe. This pair was made to order. The customer was very pleased with the fit.
Steven