BUYING MEN'S SHOES FROM EBAY | HOW TO SPOT A BARGAIN
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- Опубліковано 15 кві 2021
- Some tips and advice on adding quality footwear to your collection using the Ebay platform.
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Restoring old shoes is like an art. It's like bringing life back into it again.
Completely agree years ago I would have said no to used shoes however I now follow a few sellers on ebay who sell used church’s, Crockett and Jones, cheaney and lobb for around 100 to 150. It’s a great way to increase my shoe collection at a price point I can afford.
Bargains aplenty for the savvy buyer.
what are they called?
eBay is a very good option I’ve bought Crockett and Jones hand grade for less than £250 new and very lightly worn for £150-200
Great bargains to be had!
Just dipped my toe (excuse the pun) into buying shoes off eBay. I've just received a derby style, brown, full grain leather, Goodyear welt with day and night sole for the princely sum of £20. I'm chuffed to bits with them. Thanks Ash for all your advice as to the pros and pitfalls, love the channel, and you have another subscriber...
Neil, great to hear that you scored a winner on eBay. It can become a bit addictive and before you know it, you will have a huge shoe collection that cost a fraction of the original prices. Good luck in the future. Ash
Just bought a pair of Trickers Lambourn which retail for £475 for £49. So you’re definitely talking my language!😆
Nice one!
Every time you wear them you'll get that magic feeling. You know they cost a bomb and you got them for a song! Well played!
@@alamore5084 Absolutely,,you’re clearly on my wavelength!😀👍
I really took your advice from previous videos and got some great bargains. A pair of 1880's for a quarter of the price. They were bought for a function and spent a few years in a cupboard so when I got them they were practically new. I think the key to it is patience. Have a fixed price and don't get caught up in a bidding war! It can be quite fun.
Great advice, there are many chaps who hate the idea of wearing pre-owned shoes, but its where the best bargains are to be found for the money conscious chaps.
Great video. Never thought of buying shoes on eBay but I’ll look into it after this video. Specially high end brands. Good advice. Love the blue sweaters. Good look on you. Thank you.
@Matthew Reichlin what’s your eBay, I like to take a look. I don’t have Instagram. Thank you.
A lot of the high quality vintage shoes are equal in quality to a modern pair of Edward greens and can be had for under £100. Plus if you resole them with Jr soles you end up with a brilliant shoe
You can also get seconds on eBay, which are new with imperfections.
Nice tips!
As I have bought a dozen shoes or so during the last month from Ebay here's some advice:
1. If you do not know the name of the brand, google it. Very often you come up against a name that's feigning tradition or English heritage - and that's really made in some Asian sweat-shop.
2. Google the original price!
3. Do not "fall in love" with a pair of shoes, i. e. do not bid too high - there's always a tomorrow and new shoes.
4. Try "Ebay-Kleinanzeigen" (not available in the UK, but in Germany). Sometimes there's a real bargain hiding.
5. Do not believe if it says "worn only twice" - if the picture says otherwise.
6. Look at the photographs - in particular the soles, as these repairs will be costly.
7. Be prepared for disappointments - as sizes and widths do vary considerably. In that case it helps, if your bid (i. e. your loss) wasn't too high.
8. Stick to one brand: if one pair of shoes fit you well, chances are that the others fit you well, too.
9. And one more thing: you will have to take into account, that the inner sole (which cannot be taken out) is worn in and therefore is not too comfortable!
You have offered some absolutely sterling advice there, which have gone above and beyond my own observations. Thank you so much for sharing and helping all the aspiring chaps out there, who may now feel sufficiently confident to source a pair of splendid shoes from an auction site and begin their own journey's of footwear excellence.
Great video Ash! For my own experience, I have bought eight pairs of Crockett and Jones off ebay, and I would entirely agree with your point about the more popular models such as Conistons or Pembrokes, although I have bought several lesser known models (handgrade albany adelaide) or rebranded (Crockett jones for polo Ralph Lauren Bostons) for an absolute steal (relatively speaking of course!). I would absolutely encourage any aspiring flaneur to step out in a pair of preloved Northampton best quality shoes, from the quality, the style, the longevity, and the fact that supporting a more circular economy is far more sustainable!
Absolutely right, I frequently move along shoes via ebay if I have changed my tastes or simply fancy a change. It is probably the only way many young chaps can afford these higher end shoes and certainly its how I still find the majority of my shoe collection.
The thing I like is how well researched these videos are. I am snagging a screen shot of the list of in most cases, little known shoes brands, that are on par with Loake etc. I had not heard of most of these. On the assumption most folks aren't therefore actively hunting for these, this information is jolly useful. A point on purchasing second hand shoes, or leather jackets. Before wearing them, or treating the leather. I make a washing up bowl of warm water with a couple of caps of disinfectant and/ or anti bacterial spray in it. The inside of the shoe/ in sole (or leather jacket liner) can be given a thorough wipe (not soaking) with a damp cloth. Same with the leather. Allow it to dry then treat the leather afterwards. Any bugs or build up of dust/ dirt will be removed. It will come up like new and super clean. Most folks can't be bothered with this and would rather just buy new cr@p which won't last more than a season. But on this channel we are not 'most folks', we are Chaps!
I love your attitude sir, you are most certainly a chap indeed. I usually use a little vodka sprayed onto the shoe as a sanitizer, works perfectly and will result in zero fragrance transfer, but very effective at disinfecting the shoe - to be factual, I rarely have to do this, as I only buy the best quality pre-owned and avoid soiled or 'knackered' shoes/boots that would need such support, but its always good to be prepared. Good luck in your shoe hunt - it is truly a very enjoyable sport!
@@TheChapsGuide What the about the risk of toe nail fungus when purchasing used footwear ,have you any advice for that possibility ? Even the most fastidious of well bread chaps can unfortunately be stuck down with the unfortunate condition .The shoes could even be sold on before the condition was showing & the said chap was aware of it .I myself have in the past purchased very slight seconds in quality footwear ,that would of necessitated a powerful magnifying glass to detect the fault at very reasonable prices .
I am all in for dead man's shoes. Especially, when you know to whom the shoes belonged to... When I was in my 20's, my uncle had always on this weird pair of shoes that gave him a certain flair. Nowadays, after watching videos (and learning from them), I can describe those shoes as brown, split toe derby shoes (the leather was pebble grain). I wish that somehow (or somewhere), I could find something similar. Definitely, I will smile every time that I look down at them. Thank you very much, Mr. Ash. Each video brings and explains information in a very precise and clear manner.
Great story and very true. The split-toe derby is actually coming back into trend in recent years and many of the better manufacturers now offer it as a current model. Cheaney make a model called 'Chiswick' which sounds it may fit your profile - have a look.
Useful tips Sir. Keep up the great content 👍
Thanks! 👍
Thank you for this great tip.
Glad it was helpful!
I really like Florsheim shoes and have found several pairs of Imperial wingtips that have only been worn a few times if ever for less that $60.- each.
Great finds indeed. Those who overlook the benefits of pre-owned are missing out on wearing some great shoes at modest prices.
My biggest bargain must have been a really scuffed up, worn down pair of Ed. Meier half-brogue oxfords in a rather unattractive pale tan (Ed. Meier being one of the most prestigious german heritage shoebrands, starting at around 700-800€). Apparently, no one wanted this battle scarred pair, but I could tell, that the leather itself was still intact. So I placed a bid, got it for the starting price of 30€, invested in some acetone and Saphir leather dye and, well, now they the twinkling, dark burgundy gem of my collection.
Always a joy to snag such a bargain. Wear them in god hesalth sir!
just bought a pair of Jones the bootmakers brogues, £30 great condition off e bay
Ash I have purchased numerous pairs of Allen Edmonds off Ebay from $20 to $150 for shoes and boots all in New condition and would have cost over $400 new. Cheers Ron
I think those bargains even feel better when worn too. There is nothing like the satisfaction of excellent shoes achieved at cheap prices!!
I wish this video had come out 2 years ago when I started my second hand shoe journey. I have made all the same judgements and found this through trial and error. One thing I would note is that whilst I have more grenson than any other shoe brand, I only rate the triple welt of the current ranges, the other ranges have some truly terrible quality leather. The retro shoes that say footmaster etc. are absolutely brilliant quality and at a much lower price than the more recent fashion shoes they are producing.
I totally agree, I go for the Footmaster range as a preference, which is good quality and extremely numerous in examples on ebay. Great bargains!
great tips, great video. I'm in the states, and over the last few months I've bought 5 pair Allen Edmond's and 1 pair Alden's off eBay. I'm paying $50-$125, after taxes and shipping. The $125 pair was the 1st pair i bought and probably overpaid a little. But overall I've landed some beautiful shoes at great prices this way.
That is most certainly the way to do it sir..
Another great video - TY. Snagged a new pair of Barker rosewood cap toe oxfords £50 🤑
Wow. Great result!
I bought a pair of J. FitzPatrick 'Holman' brown boots off Ebay, cost in their shop £640. I was the only bidder at £45. They are in great condition, couldn't believe nobody else bid.
Great result sir
Just got a pair of Church's dessert boots for £40 - great for knocking around in
Well that’s not bad! Especially considering their recent extortionate price hikes for brand new.
Some great advice here, I managed to get a lovely pair of Barkers for £25
Always good to score a great buy like that.
A list of branda mentioned in this video to search in his opinion: companies from North Hamtonshire.
Grandson
Sanders &Sanders
Alfred Sargent(?)
Loake top brand: "1880 "
I would add do a bit of research on the last a shoe is made off as it can affect the fit vs your foot
I've got some fantastic bargains on ebay! Not just shoes. Rolex etc!
I recently picked up a pair of Church’s derbys for a nice sum of €50. Probably worth 10x that retail. Lovely jubbly.
Great result sir
Crockett and Jones Pembrokes for £50. They were made for a Scottish shoe shop, and were advertised under the shops name.. its all about the research!!
Great result!!
@@TheChapsGuide I have also had luck with misspellings is the listing, another tip.
Crown Northampton make some great shoes 👍
I've never tried anything from that brand, I'll look them up, thanks.
Loake don‘t make much in England any more. Even in the 1880 range the uppers are made in their factory in India. It took me a while to get to the bottom of it. They send the uppers then back to England where they last them and finish the shoe. When I found out, I sold all of mine.
Tricker‘s on the other hand make everything in-house, even the thread. Doc Martens is a bit of a different category altogether I would say. They moved their production to Thailand after 2009. Only the Made in England version for £100 more is made in Northampton.
What’s your advice regarding used shoes having an inner sole which has been shaped by the previous owners foot? Or is that an urban myth and not a real thing? Thanks
Personally it has never been an issue for me - but I do try to avoid buying shoes that are totally shot. If it were a major issue, you could invest in a shoe liner at a very modest cost, that would certainly ameliorate that situation for you.
In my experience the problem is even wealthy people buy on eBay so they give such high offers for used shoes that an average person cannot afford anymore. You just get upset and your nerves become affected. Thats why I save money the whole year and buy brand new ones on discount. And they look great. As of now I have 2 pairs of Cheaneys. Not many but for my spending capabilities a good start. Next year will be a third one. Besides eBay is not eBay. Ebay UK is the best on earth as the British are the best well dressed people so you get the best offers. Im some countries its not worth it.
Always worth keeping an eye on ebay for those rare bargains that do pop up occasionally. I still get the occasional steal that surprises me, even in this day and age.
I'm a little baffled on how a lot of Ebay sellers don't clean their products before selling them. In my opinion, you could probably increase your chances of selling more products when you make them more more presentable. Dirty looking products turn me off but other people don't seem as picky as I am I'm guessing.
I do not necessarily agree. I only buy Brand New quality dress shoes. I spend much more on dress shoes than on my clothes. I view them as works of art. Have to pick the right style and build quality that hold up over time. This way dress shoes fit properly, are more comfy, and form to one's feet. You can re-sole every few years and thus get a decade of use. Realize that a man only requires two or three pairs of well-made leather dressy shoes. Buy Made in Europe, preferably UK or Italy. Athletic or Casual shoes however are a totally different game. Replace those latter casual shoes every couple of years to keep one's feet healthy.
I very much enjoy the hunt of seeking out excellent quality, pre-owned shoes and buying them for a fraction of their original price. I sell many onwards and only keep the very best, but I also agree with your process of buying the best that you can afford. I just like a bit of shoe-sport.
Buying shoes on Ebay is all well and good. But I think it's time for Ashley to follow in Prince Philip's...er, well...in his _footsteps._ I think it is time for him to make an appointment with John Lobb to get himself a pair of good old bespoke leather shoes. They can be Ashley's for a little under 6000 Pounds - inclusive of VAT. I'm sure his late Royal Highness would heartily agree that they are an absolute bargain at the price :-D
If I had the money, I would certainly beat a path to GJ Cleverley or J Lobb to begin the bespoke journey. Sadly the cost is so prohibitive I fear such routes will never be open to me unless I have an unexpected windfall on the lottery...... But is that not the joy of life? Perhaps one day I will make that journey and it will be all that much sweeter for the steepness of my climb.
@@TheChapsGuide I agree! I was being completely tongue-in-cheek ;-) I can't even begin to imagine spending that kind of money on _shoes!_
(With that being said, I have been known to spend up to three times as much on a timepiece - but I would like to think that doesn't count, because I am a diagnosed victim of watch disease...)
Oh I absolutely agree. I’m going to make a little admission to you now. I ordered a new watch yesterday. Can you guess what I want next? I’ll give you a clue - it has a coronet on the dial.
@@TheChapsGuide Well, one of the OP 41s...or an Explorer are the ones that come to mind 😊
BTW I have been told by Tom Q that I can order an Oyster bracelet for my GMT2 to switch with the Jubilee bracelet that it came on - but not until 2022. (It‘s official word from Rolex. A lot of people were asking them about this, apparently.)
Have you seen the news about church's ?? They are upping all there prices, the only reason being that they want to be seen as more of a luxury from 450 to over 700. It is disgraceful, especially seen as their quality has only dropped.
I visited Church's factory in Northampton in 2020 and was impressed with their set-up. But unless they step-up their quality level, they will not attract customers with increased prices of those margins.
As long as they up the quality it is genuinely fine, but I feel they have steered towards the modern market.
Sign of the times, sadly. With each passing year now the number of people who know what decent shoes should be like is diminishing. So firms such as Church's are looking at a steadily shrinking market with competitors diminishing also. In such a scenario it makes modern business sense to jack up prices, its what happens when the Accountants get to be CEO's. Its also the reason why a company like Boeing decided to pork its reputation by making lawn darts.
Great suggestion. But I think you need many years of “visual training” and some mistakes... excellent video
Whilst buying pre-owned may not be for everyone, I made this video specifically to render the point that not having deep pockets does not preclude any chap from being able to access some excellent footwear. My shoe collection is ever changing and is made up of some pre=owned and some purchased new, all are equally valued by me and this is a route I will always take to keep my collection interesting and enjoyable.
Alfred Sargent is no more :-( But might be resurrected in the future.....
Lets hope so.