John Lobb shoemakers is a highly respected manufacturers in Northampton, a city that became famous as a center of footwear production in the 17th century. Although Hermes Group has owned the company since 1976, the factory remains committed to the traditional production process developed in the 19th century.
Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. For instance, leather cutting is still performed by hand rather than with lasers. Instead, plastic templates are produced, which are handed to clickers. Their title comes from the distinctive "click" of the knife touching the cutting table. With feather knives, they carve the leather by hand.
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 switch between twenty shoe types in a day, instead of repeating one routine step like in mass-production plants. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welting, allowing the soles to be replaced without damaging the upper.
In line with Hermes, John Lobb sources the best-quality hides, particularly from six-month-old French calves. Only slightly more than half of the leather is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes smaller accessories.
The line combines iconic staples with modern updates. The classic City II model, for instance, were slightly reshaped. The Sennen double monks gained refined buckles and a reinforced sole. The Lopez model, introduced in 1950, were updated with new colors and rubber soles. Newer icons include the Porth sneakers and the Levah trainers, which are offered annually in different shades and textures.
Through its commitment to tradition and quality, John Lobb continues to be a benchmark in the British footwear industry.
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