Looking good bro.
The Burgundy colour looks really attractive in real life. I might start to do some research and keep in my book for future use.

Can see from the pic the shoe last pretty slim. Is it 7.5uk on your foot?

Dear All,

A few threads before someone suggested to simply buy bata for daily usage and not to expect it lasting long.

Let me try and maybe refine the requirement while we are on that subject;

1) I walk a fair bit (ampang park to KLCC) and I use the public transportation so a fair amount above the average lunch walkers
2) I'm using my current leather brogues which I fear is losing its colour due to the lack of care and dusty environments
3) am planning to get a daily walker and perhaps save the more expensive one for special occasions.

On that note, was hoping the enthusiasts here to provide some feedback on the following item i'm inclined to purchase, low on cost and if I can squeeze out at least 1-2 years of usage would be considered a sound buy

Brogues

Feedbacks as always are more than welcome, especially since this will be my first shoe purchased online.

You're referring to the burgundy Carmina above? That's on the Inca last. It may look slim but it's actually quite roomy (for me, YMMV). I can fit into a 6.5 or 7UK in Inca. 7.5 would be too big.

Did some research and inca are probably the best with comfort and style last offering from Camina,Most of their hit are on inca last... Double monk as well.
So bro,U got any pic for the J. Fitzpatrick that bro going to let go??
Can poison here a bit..

Most people here discuss Goodyear welted shoes though, so you'll be hard pressed to find anyone here recommending a sub-RM 600 pair of shoes.

If you have that budget, you can look for rubber Dainite shoes (as opposed to leather soles) lthat should last longer on Malaysian pavements. Try Loake at Plal. The prices range from RM 700-900+ I think.

But for your budget, I have no idea. Just get something with a sole that looks thick and sturdy I guess.

Yeah been noticing that for a while now. But atm I'm hard pressed to spend 600+ due to budget constraints hence the initial thoughts about sourcing for something cheaper.

Besides plal, where else can one source for shoes that are under 400?

Thanks in advance

I have no idea. I used to wear Hush Puppies and Obermain but they wear out quickly too. Maybe try Clarks? They're probably a bit better than the typical work shos brands... Someone else will probably have a better idea of what to suggest.

Carmina double monks on the Inca last today.

Hi , i m looking for brown colour shoes. What do u guys suggest for budget rm500?

A lot of ppl discussing carmina here, but too far from my budget....

Prices like that are really too much for me. I've never paid more than 15 usd for cedar trees, though Chinese made ones.

Prices high for me woodlore epic usually go for usd$26 a pair.

Yeah I need some cheap shoe trees too. I hate navigating taobao because my Chinese isn't too good. Any other sources?

Btw, have W&J received their stock of shoe trees already? How much is it? Last they told me was that they hope to keep it belwo RM 200 (customs taxes permitting).

Then bro can try EBAY,me too not good in Chinese.
Not sure for shoe tree at wj&co,but pretty much higher compared with the one I mention.

Try this :
Think this really pretty good deal,since not made in Prc.

http://m.ebay.com/itm/141763174551?varId=4...202&_mwBanner=1