G.H. Bass "Weejuns" Loafers: Is It Worth It? – Trad Penny Loafer Review
G.H. Bass "Weejuns" Loafers: Is It Worth It? – Trad Penny Loafer Review
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For today’s video, we selected two different styles of Weejuns. First is the Logan which is billed as the original style with a dyed edge leather sole and a flat strap across the vamp. For the Logan, we selected the medium brown leather that was most commonly seen in many vintage advertisements for Weejuns. The other style is the Larson in blue which features a natural colored leather sole and contrast stitching, as well as decorations on the side of the saddle strap, referred to in the loafer world as beefrolls. Both of these pairs retail on the Bass website for a price of 110 dollars. This is the standard price for most pairs of Weejuns although Bass does offer other styles for as little as 95 dollars and as much as 195. Both of the styles we selected today features smooth leather soles with rubber top lifts on the heels, as well as a handcrafted welt. As for the build quality of the shoes, they both seem fairly solid if somewhat unremarkable.
As for fit and comfort, both pairs fit true to size. I ordered an eight and a half in both and they’re fairly comfortable out of the box. More comfortable and better fitting, in fact, than the dark oxblood penny loafers I recently ordered from Allen Edmonds. Because by nature, a loafer covers less of the foot however, fit will vary not only from brand to brand and style to style but indeed from pair to pair. In this case, both of the styles we ordered did fit me well. On the Bass web site, most models are offered in full and half sizes and some are also offered in wider widths, though not all.
All of this then brings us to our main question for today, do we think that a pair of Weejuns from G.H Bass and company are worth it?
While the brand has maintained its classic styles and also expanded into new territory, we think that the models of today are ultimately serviceable shoes. That is to say, they’re certainly better than something like a cemented sole model you would get from a typical department store but there are also higher quality options out there. Something from Allen Edmonds in America, for instance, or a brand like Loake in England.
Generally then, we think that the $110 price point is just about right for a modern pair of Weejuns. If cared for properly, they could certainly last you for a handful of years and could be resold by a skilled cobbler, assuming you have leather soled models. Meanwhile, the $95 easy Weejuns give off the impression of being somewhat cheaper with features like a small tag on the side of the shoe and slightly chunkier rubber soles. And assuming the same general build quality, we’d say that the shoes at the higher end of the line are probably priced a bit higher than they’re worth. It should be acknowledged, of course, that we’ve formed these impressions of the shoe after only having them for a short while and of course, to really get the full experience, you’d want to wear them for a longer period of time, at least a few months.
This guy sounds like Kermit
$110? My box toes cost more than that.
This guy seems like he make loafers out of the women he picks up at his local whiskey bar
I think in the world of quality leather shoes 110$ is almost nothing. Thatâs a price you can pay in a department store or for Nike sneakers. If you like the look the price seems very reasonable.
This guy is an alien pretending to be a human
wats up with that face
Not a fan of the shiny leather. It looks like rubber
Considering they are made out of "genuine leather" now, no, not worth it.
Again, better at 1.25 x.
I love Bass Weejun loafers! Classics indeed! It never hurts having name brand $100 dress shoes when the weather ain’t so ideal for your more expensive dress shoes.
Hate the plasticy coating. Terrible value. Buy some full grain leather shoes.
Gents, when is a good time to wear Tassel & Kiltie shoes ?
I love my Weejuns. They’re not that expensive and totally worth it.
I like the ‘Is it worth it?’ series… primarily because I like to be introduced to the heritage brands
These. Are. Lazy. Man’s. Shoes. !!! People. Who. Want. To. Do. Away. With. The. Hassel. Of. Tying. Shoe. Lases. !!!
Always enjoy your contents!
It would be a nice idea to make a video about cowboy boots, how to wear them, when, a little brief history about them. This comment is born from the fact that my uncle gave me his vintage cowboy boots, a black and brown pair, and I was wondering how to wear them under a suit
for 110 dollar definetely worth it đ
0:09 who in the world is wearing those saggy pajamas with dressing shoes?
Those shoes are too big for you.
That the heel shouldn’t touch the foot is a myth.
If you are really a classic mens wear lover you shouldn’t forget fit is number one priority.
I have a pair of these. Pluses, reasonably attractive and price reasonable. Minuses, give in size (so best buy tight) and mine go mouldy over winter even though stored at room temperature. A growth of mould appears in the outside of the leather. In summer I wipe it off and wear them. In winter the mould grows again. Never had this with any other shoe. I bought them discounted or would have returned them. I also would prefer a rubber sole with this type of shoe as it is more casual than formal. Overall though, and presuming going mouldy isnt usual, they’re not bad for their price
STOP. These DO NOT fit true to size! Check their reviews online, and I have a pair I just got in the mail that will eaily need to go down an entire size minimum! Order a full size smaller, you will thank me later!
I’m Norwegian
These are the ones Michael Jackson wore.
I have those cheaper Easy Weejuns with rubber sole. They are comfortable and I can move quietly while at work (I’m a librarian). My fav outfit is Fred Perry blue polo shirt,trousers with Prince of Wales check and oxblood loafers.
I ordered a pair and couldnât send them back quick enough…donât buy any shoes manufactured in Bangladesh…
Very eloquent and informative video, not that that isn’t standard for this channel. Mr. Schneider and Mr. Schlueter are the two most qualified for operating this amazing channel.
P.S –
Perhaps…
Eton Shirts: Are they worth it?
you gotta get more entertaining
I bought a brand new pair of Allen Edmonds Cavanaugh Penny Loafers (50025) for $189 shipped. The regular price for them from the manufacturer is $275. They are currently on clearance. : P
this is the gayest channel ive ever seen
you dont know anything about leather
These are worth every penny
I bought a pair many years ago and was worried that they were fakes because of the inconsistencies in quality.
do the common project original achilles sneaker
They were hot when I was in jr and sr high in the 60’s….I still wear them….tasseled ones too. I have a pair resoled time and again from the 70’s …. which I still wear……With excellent care, these shoes do not die! They are the most comfortable pair that I own….
I work at GH Bass lol
Something tells me this guy got a bunch of "wedgies" in H.S. đ
Iâve really enjoyed my Larsons. Had to go a half size down from my Allen Edmonds size for best fit. They broke in beautifully after a couple wears. Iâd say well worth $100. The leather soles are very thick and sturdy and should last a while.
What are your thoughts on still putting a penny in the saddle?
I’d bet the house this dude has dreams of murdering people and has definitely killed a couple pets. American psycho
I found a couple pairs of Bass brand loafers at a thrift store, however they werenât my size and had rubber soles. I liked the brown moccasin loafer, might purchase a new pair for myself someday.
Preston, you look like a Preston.
wait, youâre not Sven!!!
I like you Preston, especially after your recent interview with your boss đ
I owned a pair of PRL loafers, they’re great.
I actually have a pair of Oxblood Weejuns that were made in the US. They, obviously are many years old. Worn infrequently, they are in great shape.
I have two pairs, one penny loafer and one beef roll tassel. Both oxblood. Would like to see you do a review of the Bass moccasin.
Let’s see one on Schott Perfecto 618. Would also love to see a video about Alden.
Something i could actually buy haha
CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT’S THE NAME OF THE GLASSES