Sid Mashburn Double Monk Strap
After a pair of the celebrated Sid Mashburn Double Monk Straps showed up on eBay last week, something awakened in the depth of my soul that told me, I need those shoes. The very idea that they were out there, available to possess, and not some ethereal footwear in a kingdom far, far away made me realize I could actually obtain a pair. Granted, I didn’t nab the eBay pair (not the right size) but the idea of owning a pair of shoes I have wanted for many moons made me ask, “Why not just order them?” So I did.
Being geographically impaired regarding Sid Mashburn’s location in Atlanta and given that their online shop isn’t launching until later this summer, I had to pick up the phone and place my order the old fashioned way. And honestly, I’m glad I had no other option, as I was reminded just how personal and engaging it is to order a product from folks who very much believe in what they are selling. After speaking with a well informed associate, I was encouraged to size down 1/2 size, which proved to be the right call. They arrived at my doorstep 2 days later and I have been celebrating ever since.
Sid Mashburn’s Double Monks are made in Northampton, England by Alfred Sargent who uses over 200 operations to produce these benchmade grade beauties. They are built with Goodyear Welt construction, are cap-toed with a burnished calf and have a one and a half sole. Though I’ve not had much time logged wearing them yet, I must say that I am astonished just how comfortable they are this early on in the break-in period. Easily one of the best footwear decisions I’ve made in all my life.
As outstanding as they look now, I can’t wait for what they will be in a couple of years. If you want to score a pair for yourself, give Sid Mashburn a call at (404) 350-7135 and join me in making one of the best footwear decisions you’ll make in all your life.
- DJS
Those are a good look.
Well said.
Sweet mercy. Those are the most handsome shoes I’ve ever seen. And they couldn’t have ended up in better hands. Well done, sir.
Many thanks my friend. They are so beautiful, I almost don’t want to put my ugly feet in them, hahaha.
I’ve been meaning to kop a par off Taigan for a while now, but your conversation about sizing down was enlightening.
I’m guessing their shoes run 1/2 a size larger, then?
Based on what the good people at Sid Mashburn informed me and my own experience, I would say that yes, they run 1/2 size large compared to other men’s dress shoes.
Thanks, D!
Absolutely amazing… Thanks for letting me live vicariously through your shoe purchases, J!
Haha. Anytime my man. I know you have quite the collection yourself.
They look like dirty, sweet, smoky, caramel whiskey. Enjoy them thoroughly!
Thanks Sam!
You gotta copyright that “dirty, sweet, smoky, caramel whiskey” statement my friend.
Done!
It’s always worth the investment to bite the bullet and buy quality when it comes to dress shoes. Those double monks are no exception. When they develop a nice patina, you should do another post highlighting the difference.
Once Sid’s e-commerce site goes live, I’m sure a lot of our wallets are going to be hurting.
I fully agree.
And good call on the the patina post. Excited to see how they age.
I’m glad no one started a flame war here over the shoes, because now I can.
JK. Those are nice shoes.
Hahaha. Hard to find anything wrong with these bad boys. If anything looks off, you can probably blame my photography skills before you could blame the footwear.
I’m so jealous. Great post man.
Haha. Thanks for the kind words Cooper.
Thanks for the great post. It took every ounce of my being not to leave the store with those. They are truly perfect…and judging by the look of them after they have been worn – only get better with age.
Indeed my friend. After wearing ‘em to the office yesterday, I continue to realize what all the fuss is about. These are definitely a different level of footwear.
Such a beautiful pair of shoes. These will remain one of my “go-to’s” when i’m lacking motivation during this 5-day-a-week summer calculus class i’m currently taking.
Now we just need to see the fit pictures. I’m sure this is already in the works.
Congratulations sir,
PAS
Thanks for the love. Fit pictures are certainly in the future.
Best of luck with the 5-day-a-week summer calculus class… sounds horrible.
Very good move sir.
Thanks Fred. Fan of your Alston Double Monks as well.
I have had a pair for two months or so. Absolutely the best shoes I have ever purchased — and I have an Imelda Marcos streak. And you are right about ordering by phone, which I did. At the close of the transaction, the associate said to me: “Wear the hell out of them!”
Great shoes! I have a pair of my own (1 year)
Awesome. How are they holding up after a year’s wear?
They still look new. I wear them about 3 times a week. I have a thing for monk strap shoes.