John Lobb shoemakers is a highly respected manufacturers in Northampton, a city that earned its reputation 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 methods developed in the 19th century.
Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. For example, lasers are not used to cut leather. Instead, lasers create plastic patterns, which are handed to specialized artisans called clickers. Their title comes from the distinctive “click” of the knife striking the cutting table. With feather knives, they cut the hides manually.
Production is carefully restricted, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach feels like near-bespoke manufacturing. Employees often handle many designs in a single day, instead of repeating one routine step like in typical factories. Every shoe is built with the Goodyear method, allowing the soles to be replaced without damaging the upper.
In line with Hermes, John Lobb uses exceptional materials, particularly from six-month-old French calves. Only about sixty percent is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes supporting details.
The range combines timeless classics with subtle refinements. The City II Oxfords, for instance, now feature a sleeker silhouette. The Sennen shoes gained longer straps and a more robust foundation. 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 a mix of colors and materials.
Through its balance of heritage and innovation, John Lobb stands as a defining name in the British footwear industry.
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