Name: Chester
Brand: 1880 Classic
SKU: CHECHR
Price: 199.00
Availability: InStock

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The Description

The Loake Chester is a premium brogue shoe, crafted from calf leather with a rich brown waxy finish that develops character with wear. Built on the traditional 024 last, it features a comfortable F fitting with a classic rounded toe profile. Goodyear welted construction with rubber studded soles ensures excellent grip, durability, and shape retention, along with the option of resoling for long-lasting performance. Designed and engineered in Kettering, Northamptonshire, and handmade in our high-grade factory in England, these men’s shoes embody Loake’s tradition of British craftsmanship. A versatile brogue that balances refined detailing with everyday practicality.

We recommend using a shoehorn to help maintain the shape, prevent creasing of the heel, and allow the foot to glide in with ease – keeping your shoes looking their best and feeling comfortable from the first wear.

The Last

024

024 is one of two country last shapes Loake use currently. It is used for less formal shoes such as our iconic ‘Chester’ brogue and ‘Burford’ boot. Like most country style last shapes, 024 is a little roomier by design to allow for thicker socks to be worn. The toe shape is rounded on this last.

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The Style

Brogue

No English gentleman’s wardrobe is complete without a pair of handcrafted Goodyear welted brogues. With punched holes (originally designed to allow water to drain from the shoe), choose from a wide selection of Leather or Rubber-soled options in Oxford or Derby constructions, in a vast array of colours and styles.

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The Collection

1880 Classic

A collection of classic styles crafted from high-quality, calf leathers and featuring the famous Goodyear Welted construction. Reflecting the traditional heritage of Loake dating back to 1880, many of our hand-finished, luxurious styles in this collection have become icons in their own right.
All 1880 Classic styles are made in our Northamptonshire factory, located in the heart of England.

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