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The John Lobb factory is one of the leading manufacturers in the British shoemaking hub of Northampton, a city that rose to prominence as a center of footwear production in the 1600s. Although Hermes Group has owned the company since 1976, the factory remains committed to the methods developed in the 19th century.
Modern machines are present but secondary. For instance, leather cutting is still performed by hand rather than with lasers. Instead, lasers create plastic patterns, which are handed to specialized artisans called clickers. Their title comes from the distinctive “click” of the knife touching the cutting table. With feather knives, they cut the hides manually.
Production is limited, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach gives the sense of one-of-a-kind production. Employees work on multiple models daily, instead of repeating one routine step like in typical factories. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welted technology, allowing the worn sole to be changed without damaging the upper.
Similar to Hermes, John Lobb sources the best-quality hides, particularly from premium French calfskin. Only 60% of each hide is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes minor leather goods.
The range combines iconic staples with modern updates. The classic City II model, for instance, have been given a more elegant outline. The Sennen double monks gained longer straps and a reinforced sole. The Lopez model, introduced in the 1950s, received subtle color and sole innovations. Newer icons include the Porth trainers and the Levah sneakers, which are released each season in different shades and textures.
Through its commitment to tradition and quality, John Lobb stands as a benchmark in English shoemaking.
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Modern machines are present but secondary. For instance, leather cutting is still performed by hand rather than with lasers. Instead, lasers create plastic patterns, which are handed to specialized artisans called clickers. Their title comes from the distinctive “click” of the knife touching the cutting table. With feather knives, they cut the hides manually.
Production is limited, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach gives the sense of one-of-a-kind production. Employees work on multiple models daily, instead of repeating one routine step like in typical factories. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welted technology, allowing the worn sole to be changed without damaging the upper.
Similar to Hermes, John Lobb sources the best-quality hides, particularly from premium French calfskin. Only 60% of each hide is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes minor leather goods.
The range combines iconic staples with modern updates. The classic City II model, for instance, have been given a more elegant outline. The Sennen double monks gained longer straps and a reinforced sole. The Lopez model, introduced in the 1950s, received subtle color and sole innovations. Newer icons include the Porth trainers and the Levah sneakers, which are released each season in different shades and textures.
Through its commitment to tradition and quality, John Lobb stands as a benchmark in English shoemaking.
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