[Flanderian]

I'm back in market for a pair of chukkas. The contenders are

Cheaney for $359 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/cheaney/jackie-iii-rubber_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/dark-leaf-calf

CS for $292 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/carlos-santos/7991_chukka-boots/braga

Loake for $215 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/loake/pimlico_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/dark-brown-calf

and L&T for $341 https://www.skoaktiebolaget.com/collections/boots/products/lof-tung-cole-utah

I'd get the L&Ts in an instant if it wasn't for the protruding soles. I don't know much about Cheaney or Loake. Are they comfortable?

I'm back in market for a pair of chukkas. The contenders are

Cheaney for $359 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/cheaney/jackie-iii-rubber_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/dark-leaf-calf

CS for $292 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/carlos-santos/7991_chukka-boots/braga

Loake for $215 https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/loake/pimlico_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/dark-brown-calf

and L&T for $341 https://www.skoaktiebolaget.com/collections/boots/products/lof-tung-cole-utah

I'd get the L&Ts in an instant if it wasn't for the protruding soles. I don't know much about Cheaney or Loake. Are they comfortable?

You wouldn't go wrong with any of these choices.

I agree concerning the L&T chukka. It's a handsome boot but the aesthetic is definitely more casual and rustic than the others.

Concerning a comparison between Cheaney and Loake, I consider contemporary Cheaney having an edge in quality compared to Loake. I have no Loake, but in the past have handled a good deal of it, and the UK made version is most certainly good quality. But I find the hides, and details and solidity of construction on the Cheaney's now being made a bit better. I've now got 3 pairs of Cheaney footwear and it is uniformly beautifully made. The mahogany grained leather I have on two pair is magnificent, with a lovely patina. The pair of Jackie III's have received more complements than any other footwear I own.

The Jackie III's are built on Cheaney's 125 last which has a narrow waist and slightly elongated toe. The appearance is svelte compared to the aesthetic of many boots. The fit is comfortable, but not extra wide as with some English boot lasts. See below -

But I'm afraid the Loake is out of the running for you anyway, unless something has changed. Last I knew, Loake was prohibiting UK retailers from shipping Loake to the U.S.

Carlos Santos makes beautiful, well made footwear that appears to be very fine quality. Their lasts also tend to be among the more svelte, if that is what is desired. And they're a superior value. This boot would be an excellent choice. However, I prefer rubber soles on most of my casual footwear, with the Dainite sole on the Jackie III being suitable for light snow and ice, whereas the CS boot has a leather sole.

 

[Oscar098]

The Cheaney chukkas (together with shipping cost) are a little too expensive for my budget. Loake is out of question and even though CS makes very good shoes I don't find them comfortable. That leaves L&T, unless you have other suggestions.

 

[never behind]

The Cheaney chukkas (together with shipping cost) are a little too expensive for my budget. Loake is out of question and even though CS makes very good shoes I don't find them comfortable. That leaves L&T, unless you have other suggestions.

I wouldn't give up on Loake - Loake makes shoes for Herring under their brand. I have the Herring Gosforth, which is a Loake 026 last. I'd reach out to Herring and ask for recommendations for Loake substitutes.

 

[Flanderian]

The Cheaney chukkas (together with shipping cost) are a little too expensive for my budget. Loake is out of question and even though CS makes very good shoes I don't find them comfortable. That leaves L&T, unless you have other suggestions.

I don't wish to spend your money, but there's an $18 price difference between L&T and Cheaney.

The Cheaney chukkas (together with shipping cost) are a little too expensive for my budget. Loake is out of question and even though CS makes very good shoes I don't find them comfortable. That leaves L&T, unless you have other suggestions.

I don't want to spend your money, but all things considered I'd still get the Cheaney boot. Herring is by far the best UK internet retailer I've bought from. My last order arrived in less than 2 days. The boot I originally posted to show the last is smooth grain, and I'm not alone in feeling the mahogany grain is something special. Put a touch of shoe cream on them, and they sparkle. This is a fairly good depiction of the unpolished hide on this boot.

Yet, if you really need a lower price, this helps a little bit. They'd each be around $325 Ex-VAT, not including shipping. I own a number of Sanders footwear, and it's all beautifully made and very solid. These boots are from their top line, which assures you get only the best hides.

https://www.bradshawandlloyd.com/sanders-dublin-8533td-dark-brown

 

[never behind]

I'll concur - Cheaney Jackie's are fantastic. I'm wearing mine today (I've been lazy and haven't polished these in a long time.)

IMO the Cheaney's are head and shoulders above the Loake's I have.

 

[mlenecare]

I'll concur - Cheaney Jackie's are fantastic. I'm wearing mine today (I've been lazy and haven't polished these in a long time.)

IMO the Cheaney's are head and shoulders above the Loake's I have.

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I think I need these

 

[Odradek]

Herring sells a variety of Loake shoes, including chukkas, rebranded as Herring shoes, and will ship them to the US. I think the Herring Gosforth is a Loake Pimlico.

The Gosforth was a rebranded Loake Kempton, on the 026 last, but it seems they don't sell it anymore.
Herring have shirfted a lot of their production from Loake and Barker to Spanish and Portuguese factories.

I have a pair of the Herring Gosforth and they are great. Had them resoled this year.

I also have Cheaney Jackie chukka boots and can recommend them.

EDIT : I've just seen the last few posts above are all about the Cheaney Jackie.
I wore my pair yesterday.

I scored mine at a great discount.
Was walking past an shop window and spotted them. Reduced from £330 to £95 !
Last pair, and in my size.

 

[never behind]

The Gosforth was a rebranded Loake Kempton, on the 026 last, but it seems they don't sell it anymore.
Herring have shirfted a lot of their production from Loake and Barker to Spanish and Portuguese factories.

I have a pair of the Herring Gosforth and they are great. Had them resoled this year.

I also have Cheaney Jackie chukka boots and can recommend them.

EDIT : I've just seen the last few posts above are all about the Cheaney Jackie.
I wore my pair yesterday.

I scored mine at a great discount.
Was walking past an shop window and spotted them. Reduced from £330 to £95 !
Last pair, and in my size.

That's a shame on the Gosforth; it's a good chukka. That's an insane price on the Cheaney.

 

[Oscar098]

I wouldn't give up on Loake - Loake makes shoes for Herring under their brand. I have the Herring Gosforth, which is a Loake 026 last. I'd reach out to Herring and ask for recommendations for Loake substitutes.

Couldn't find Gosforth on their website but found these ones which look descent.

https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herring/cannock_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/chestnut-grain

 

[never behind]

Couldn't find Gosforth on their website but found these ones which look descent.

https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herring/cannock_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/chestnut-grain

Evidently they stopped making the Gosforth. The Cannock looks fine. I purchased a Portuguese-made chukka this summer and have been pleased with it. Herring told me they were made by CDP. This chukka only comes in suede though. Blake construction is comfortable and the shoes look good. I can't comment on longevity, though.

https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herring/canterbury_rubber-soled-chukka-boots/brown-suede

 

[Oscar098]

I'm going for Jackie III. I hope they are comfortable too.

 

[Oscar098]

I got the Jackies but I'm wondering if they're worth that much. They look less refined than CS boots.

 

[Flanderian]

I got the Jackies but I'm wondering if they're worth that much. They look less refined than CS boots.

The price difference largely reflects the difference in labor costs between Portugal and Britain. That is the main reason that Spanish and Portuguese footwear is often such an exceptional value. Beyond that, both are great boots, very well made from quality materials, and you should have what you like best.

A preference for the appearance of one versus the other is entirely subjective, as both are beautifully finished, very handsome chukkas. I have the Jackie III's and prefer them, not because I have them, but because I'm in love with the mahogany grain hide which just keeps looking better, and I prefer the somewhat less radically elongated last of of the Cheaney boot. I also find Cheaney footwear in general, and the 125 last in particular, exceptionally comfortable. I can't comment on the CS boot, as I haven't tried it.

I have no reason to think the CS boot won't be very durable, but I know Cheaney footwear tends to wear well.

Either boot is well worth the price asked for it.

 

[SG_67]

^ the difference in price may also have to do with the supply chain.

I don’t have any personal knowledge, but if part of the manufacturing process is off shores and then finished in Spain or Portugal then this, too, could impact the price.