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The John Lobb factory is among the most renowned manufacturers in Northampton, a city that rose to prominence as a shoemaking capital in the seventeenth century. Although it became part of the Hermes Group in 1976, the factory is dedicated to preserving the traditional production process developed in the 19th century.
Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. Specifically, the laser is not applied directly to the hides. Instead, plastic patterns are made, which are handed to clickers. Their title comes from the clicking sound of the knife blade hitting the cutting table. With feather knives, they shape the leather in the old-fashioned way.
Production is intentionally small, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach resembles bespoke work. Employees switch between twenty shoe types in a day, instead of repeating one routine step like in typical factories. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welting, allowing a leaky sole to be removed without damaging the upper.
Similar to Hermes, John Lobb chooses only the finest leather, particularly from young French calf hides. Only 60% of each hide is usable for uppers, while the remainder becomes supporting details.
The collection combines iconic staples with subtle refinements. The classic City II model, for instance, now feature a sleeker silhouette. The Sennen double monks gained refined buckles and a thicker sole. The Lopez loafers, introduced in the mid-20th century, were updated with new colors and rubber soles. Newer icons include the Porth trainers and the Levah trainers, which are offered annually in different shades and textures.
Through its commitment to tradition and quality, John Lobb remains one of the pillars in the British footwear industry.
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Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. Specifically, the laser is not applied directly to the hides. Instead, plastic patterns are made, which are handed to clickers. Their title comes from the clicking sound of the knife blade hitting the cutting table. With feather knives, they shape the leather in the old-fashioned way.
Production is intentionally small, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach resembles bespoke work. Employees switch between twenty shoe types in a day, instead of repeating one routine step like in typical factories. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welting, allowing a leaky sole to be removed without damaging the upper.
Similar to Hermes, John Lobb chooses only the finest leather, particularly from young French calf hides. Only 60% of each hide is usable for uppers, while the remainder becomes supporting details.
The collection combines iconic staples with subtle refinements. The classic City II model, for instance, now feature a sleeker silhouette. The Sennen double monks gained refined buckles and a thicker sole. The Lopez loafers, introduced in the mid-20th century, were updated with new colors and rubber soles. Newer icons include the Porth trainers and the Levah trainers, which are offered annually in different shades and textures.
Through its commitment to tradition and quality, John Lobb remains one of the pillars in the British footwear industry.
https://www.lodowisko.pszow.pl/forum/mem...rst_char=s
https://www.chambers.com.au/forum/view_p...310&page=3
https://www.durovis.com/es/board_topic_41493.html
https://melaniachianese.it/forum/?mingle...topic&t=91
https://ar.pinterest.com/sartaleshop/