Great video, Dale. Thanks for the insight. I have a low volume foot so I might just try 9.5D (half size up from diesel and Ottawa ) and see how it goes!
Those are going to look fantastic with more and more wear, along with forming to your foot. I hope you post more about them as you have a chance to break them in and to just wear them.
Hope to see these worn in. I have a pair of Florsheim in burgundy that are super worn and the leather is so supple and comfortable, my favorite “kick in and go” loafers. I have the GS travelers in blue suede, and they are cool. Very comfortable, very high quality. Loafers are an ivy league look from the ‘80s and either you love it or you don’t, and I am in the love it category. I am a boot guy 90% of the time, but to kick on some shoes, loafers are it. No socks for the win. I also don’t wear shorts. Ever.
Just got my first pair and I though they ran wide rather than narrow. The 10D had me thinking I maybe needed a 9.5D! But still, supremely comfortable compared to every other loafer I've worn.
I agree brother - don't have the loafers, but I have three pairs of GS boots. Compared to my Thursday (to be expected) and my Whites (not necessarily to be expected) the quality is SPOT ON, and the stitching is obviously better than the Whites, which cost WAY more.
The older I get, the more I’m attracted to loafers, chelsea’s and western boots. In other words, less tying, more slipping on. Haha. I just purchased the GS loafer in storm kudu. I could see myself getting a variety of colors in their loafer line.
Would you say the pain in your instep is minimal? Would like to take these to Italy but not sure if 8 miles a day is too much for my feet to handle lol
I’m retired at 70 and definitely a boot guy. I worn loafers when I worked and had to wear slacks and ties, but now I enjoy jeans and the security of feeling leather wrapped around my ankles. I live in an ag-based community and don’t see myself going down the loafer rabbit hole because they seem to exude a certain sophistication that is neither me anymore nor compatible with the cowboy/agricultural culture I live in. My brother-in-law in Southern California wears loafers all the time, but he hangs with physicians and folks in Mission Viejo. Can you see the difference? Thanks for your videos!
You sir hit the nail on the head!! I think that’s what I love about boots too, the security of it. I feel “locked in” and ready for any situation in boots; work, hiking, climbing, whatever! It’s the universality of them that keeps me buying them and wearing them confidently. The loafers to me require stepping out of my comfort zone to a certain degree but they are growing on me. Thanks as always for your insights my friend!!!
I felt exactly the same way about wishing I could "pull off" loafers. Got my first pair ever, by Meermin, and I've been wearing them constantly and have honestly grown pretty comfortable with how they look on me, especially when dressed up more than down. I bet other people will look at YOU wearing these and wish they could pull off loafers!
man thanks so much for your kind words!!! yes the loafer is something I deliberately overlooked for a long time. now that I've worn them pretty hard for a few months I can say I'm now deciding when to buy my next pair, definitely in suede!!!
They suit you! I think the espresso suede would look great on you too 😊 could you show more full body pics / video next time? Would love to see how they look like with full outfit
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good question, I guess I saw some of the team's natural cxl loafers and were really impressed with how they looked broken in. my next pair will be suede though!
The founder of Grantstone, Wyatt, lived in China for 8/9 years, learned to speak fluent Chinese, and has extended family in China. That’s why I make the case that Grantstone isn’t a typical made in China brand. I understand the initial hesitation people have but I believe fine footwear can be made anywhere on the globe so long as the correct skills, materials, and designs are utilized.
I’m 100% confident that you can pull off the loafer look. Very nice looking shoe - great color! Enjoy and best regards.
Great video, Dale. Thanks for the insight. I have a low volume foot so I might just try 9.5D (half size up from diesel and Ottawa ) and see how it goes!
I think that’s a good idea, and thanks for your kind words brother!!!
Those are going to look fantastic with more and more wear, along with forming to your foot. I hope you post more about them as you have a chance to break them in and to just wear them.
I definitely will, and thanks for the insights!!!
Hope to see these worn in. I have a pair of Florsheim in burgundy that are super worn and the leather is so supple and comfortable, my favorite “kick in and go” loafers. I have the GS travelers in blue suede, and they are cool. Very comfortable, very high quality. Loafers are an ivy league look from the ‘80s and either you love it or you don’t, and I am in the love it category. I am a boot guy 90% of the time, but to kick on some shoes, loafers are it. No socks for the win. I also don’t wear shorts. Ever.
Just got my first pair and I though they ran wide rather than narrow. The 10D had me thinking I maybe needed a 9.5D! But still, supremely comfortable compared to every other loafer I've worn.
I agree brother - don't have the loafers, but I have three pairs of GS boots. Compared to my Thursday (to be expected) and my Whites (not necessarily to be expected) the quality is SPOT ON, and the stitching is obviously better than the Whites, which cost WAY more.
The older I get, the more I’m attracted to loafers, chelsea’s and western boots. In other words, less tying, more slipping on. Haha. I just purchased the GS loafer in storm kudu. I could see myself getting a variety of colors in their loafer line.
Would you say the pain in your instep is minimal? Would like to take these to Italy but not sure if 8 miles a day is too much for my feet to handle lol
Yes the pain in my instep is already gone and I’m on day 2 of wearing them. Just make sure they’re broken in before your trip!!!
The picture of Wyatt in the background!!😂😂
hahahaha Wyatt is always watching! X-D
Respect 🙏
I’m retired at 70 and definitely a boot guy. I worn loafers when I worked and had to wear slacks and ties, but now I enjoy jeans and the security of feeling leather wrapped around my ankles. I live in an ag-based community and don’t see myself going down the loafer rabbit hole because they seem to exude a certain sophistication that is neither me anymore nor compatible with the cowboy/agricultural culture I live in. My brother-in-law in Southern California wears loafers all the time, but he hangs with physicians and folks in Mission Viejo. Can you see the difference? Thanks for your videos!
You sir hit the nail on the head!! I think that’s what I love about boots too, the security of it. I feel “locked in” and ready for any situation in boots; work, hiking, climbing, whatever! It’s the universality of them that keeps me buying them and wearing them confidently. The loafers to me require stepping out of my comfort zone to a certain degree but they are growing on me. Thanks as always for your insights my friend!!!
I felt exactly the same way about wishing I could "pull off" loafers. Got my first pair ever, by Meermin, and I've been wearing them constantly and have honestly grown pretty comfortable with how they look on me, especially when dressed up more than down. I bet other people will look at YOU wearing these and wish they could pull off loafers!
man thanks so much for your kind words!!! yes the loafer is something I deliberately overlooked for a long time. now that I've worn them pretty hard for a few months I can say I'm now deciding when to buy my next pair, definitely in suede!!!
Have that exact pair and many other loafers in general...love em
dude that's awesome, you could totally pull them off!!!
@@DalesLeatherworks oh I do! You totally will too brother!
@@DalesLeatherworks Just a mindset. Shorts or chinos or denim with them on a super chill loafing around day... perfection!
They suit you! I think the espresso suede would look great on you too 😊 could you show more full body pics / video next time? Would love to see how they look like with full outfit
I will, and I agree the espresso suede were super nice too. if these work out I'll definitely score a few more!
Have two pairs, the black and the chestnut in Italian veg tan calf, great shoes.
I would not size down for these. I got half size down and the top strap hurts. Or maybe try E width
If planning not to wear socks though?
Are the loafers similar sizing to red wing
I’d love to get a pair!
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They need to have a “Dale” boot at some point !
I'll pitch it and see what they say :-D
Dale has gotta be one of the top GS Customers. Right next to one known as “AUDOG”
@@olegkaderly5638 AUDOG is the dang man!!!! Excellent collection
Does anyone have these and have any advice on how dark they patina (Dune CXL)? I'm wanting to pick these up.
i've worn these daily and they have patinated wonderfully with lots of good creasing on the vamp but they still retain their lighter appearance
Great video, thank you
Glad you liked it!
Now you gotta get the Maduro shell to complete the collection
now that's a grail loafer if I ever saw one!!
cxl gets scratched very easily, that distressed look does not look good on loafers personally. y did you get cxl and not suede or even roughout?
good question, I guess I saw some of the team's natural cxl loafers and were really impressed with how they looked broken in. my next pair will be suede though!
I'm a boot guy and loafer guy
good stuff!! glad to know there's more of us out there!
You and Stridewise!
Hahahahaha
Loafers huh? You are too young for those. Lol!
Quit loaf’n you knob!
Aren't those made in China? I'll take a hard pass on that
Obviously didn't even watch the video
The founder of Grantstone, Wyatt, lived in China for 8/9 years, learned to speak fluent Chinese, and has extended family in China. That’s why I make the case that Grantstone isn’t a typical made in China brand. I understand the initial hesitation people have but I believe fine footwear can be made anywhere on the globe so long as the correct skills, materials, and designs are utilized.
Your loss