I'm just about ready to give a pair of the Russell Moccasin-made penny loafers a try.

Any objections to be heard from those who have been disappointed in/by Russell's products?

Cheers,
Harris

 

I’ve retrieved an old,old thread from the originator of the Trad Forum “Harris”. He first put me on to Russell Moccasins when I first joined AA (no not that one) in 2006. Today I received a pair of the closest thing to the original Bass Weejun that I’ve seen in over 30 years. I’ve tried posting a photo but the file is too big. Go to Russellmoccasin.com and look at the photo. It is exactly what I got! It’s almost like finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! My size,10EEE we’re on the sale listing and these are perfect! I cannot stress how close these are in quality and replication this shoe is!

 

I've retrieved an old,old thread from the originator of the Trad Forum "Harris". He first put me on to Russell Moccasins when I first joined AA (no not that one) in 2006. Today I received a pair of the closest thing to the original Bass Weejun that I've seen in over 30 years. I've tried posting a photo but the file is too big. Go to Russellmoccasin.com and look at the photo. It is exactly what I got! It's almost like finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! My size,10EEE we're on the sale listing and these are perfect! I cannot stress how close these are in quality and replication this shoe is!

That help?

And Edit: Pretty darn nice! Agree on all counts.

Hmmm . . . ? :icon_scratch:

Double edit: And they also have it in brown grain, just like the original! Weejun. Things are gettin' hot now!
May you enjoy yours in good health! :beer:

 

Tim, I tried some of those about 7-8 years ago. Only problem was that the stitching in the front of the shoe (I think it is called the plug) is folded over and stitched and makes a rougher looking finished product than the sportoccasin did. On this shoe, the plug is sewn just like the original Weejun. I had high hopes at the time but it just was a bit “off”.

 

Tim, I tried some of those about 7-8 years ago. Only problem was that the stitching in the front of the shoe (I think it is called the plug) is folded over and stitched and makes a rougher looking finished product than the sportoccasin did. On this shoe, the plug is sewn just like the original Weejun. I had high hopes at the time but it just was a bit "off".

BTW- I tried to post when not signed in and this came across as Guest 425082. Old technology strikes again.
Tom

 

I so rarely buy new shoes that when I have to, I spring for the full-price Russell's. Because I have a short L. leg (thank-you BCT!) I either have to have all my shoes custom made or take them to the cobbler for new soles and heels on that leg. Another of life's minor inconveniences . . .

 

Yep, When I called to inquire about the ones I bought from the sales listing, I was forwarded to Ralph, who, when I asked if they were still available said " Let me check" and I heard the phone being laid down on the counter. When he came back on the line he said, "Yep and I can ship them out on Monday". I did not have to deal with a computer telling me that there were a zillion of these in stock to then have a message later that said "oops" we were wrong but "how about these purple ones here". Same when I called Rancourt several years ago and the phone was answered " Rancourt Shoes, this is Kyle". For those that do not know, Kyle is the co-owner of the company and has always been a pleasure to deal with. You just cannot beat small family owned companies who know their business and take care of customers.