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.

50 Comments

  1. Sanjeev on June 3, 2020 at 5:20 am

    This guy sounds like Kermit

  2. Buffalo Todd on June 3, 2020 at 5:21 am

    $110? My box toes cost more than that.

  3. Drake McComas on June 3, 2020 at 5:21 am

    This guy seems like he make loafers out of the women he picks up at his local whiskey bar

  4. gwimmer98 on June 3, 2020 at 5:22 am

    I think in the world of quality leather shoes 110$ is almost nothing. That’s a price you can pay in a department store or for Nike sneakers. If you like the look the price seems very reasonable.

  5. bobTom37 on June 3, 2020 at 5:23 am

    This guy is an alien pretending to be a human

  6. Kemry Mangahas on June 3, 2020 at 5:23 am

    wats up with that face

  7. Michael McDonald on June 3, 2020 at 5:24 am

    Not a fan of the shiny leather. It looks like rubber

  8. HeavyProfessor on June 3, 2020 at 5:24 am

    Considering they are made out of "genuine leather" now, no, not worth it.

  9. Paul Yeoman on June 3, 2020 at 5:29 am

    Again, better at 1.25 x.

  10. GenX6887 on June 3, 2020 at 5:29 am

    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.

  11. Mr. Keen on June 3, 2020 at 5:35 am

    Hate the plasticy coating. Terrible value. Buy some full grain leather shoes.

  12. Chuck Wilkins on June 3, 2020 at 5:38 am

    Gents, when is a good time to wear Tassel & Kiltie shoes ?

  13. Charlie ZzZ on June 3, 2020 at 5:38 am

    I love my Weejuns. They’re not that expensive and totally worth it.

  14. Karl Hennig on June 3, 2020 at 5:39 am

    I like the ‘Is it worth it?’ series… primarily because I like to be introduced to the heritage brands

  15. Abdul Waseh on June 3, 2020 at 5:40 am

    These. Are. Lazy. Man’s. Shoes. !!! People. Who. Want. To. Do. Away. With. The. Hassel. Of. Tying. Shoe. Lases. !!!

  16. Min Choi on June 3, 2020 at 5:42 am

    Always enjoy your contents!

  17. Momo Kawashima on June 3, 2020 at 5:43 am

    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

  18. Tibor Magyar on June 3, 2020 at 5:43 am

    for 110 dollar definetely worth it 😀

  19. Kabane on June 3, 2020 at 5:44 am

    0:09 who in the world is wearing those saggy pajamas with dressing shoes?

  20. EaqIe on June 3, 2020 at 5:46 am

    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.

  21. Jon Stern on June 3, 2020 at 5:46 am

    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

  22. Trevor Howlett on June 3, 2020 at 5:47 am

    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!

  23. Hightex 2004 on June 3, 2020 at 5:48 am

    I’m Norwegian

  24. He's a Modernaire on June 3, 2020 at 5:48 am

    These are the ones Michael Jackson wore.

  25. Pan Karel on June 3, 2020 at 5:48 am

    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.

  26. Brent L. Van Eaton on June 3, 2020 at 5:49 am

    I ordered a pair and couldn’t send them back quick enough…don’t buy any shoes manufactured in Bangladesh…

  27. Carl Trotter on June 3, 2020 at 5:52 am

    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?

  28. Aaryan Shrestha on June 3, 2020 at 5:52 am

    you gotta get more entertaining

  29. PJ F on June 3, 2020 at 5:54 am

    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

  30. bushybusy on June 3, 2020 at 5:55 am

    this is the gayest channel ive ever seen

  31. HeavyProfessor on June 3, 2020 at 5:55 am

    you dont know anything about leather

  32. RED PILL SOCIETY on June 3, 2020 at 5:56 am

    These are worth every penny

  33. Strontium Dog on June 3, 2020 at 5:58 am

    I bought a pair many years ago and was worried that they were fakes because of the inconsistencies in quality.

  34. Fred Vima on June 3, 2020 at 5:59 am

    do the common project original achilles sneaker

  35. K Foster on June 3, 2020 at 5:59 am

    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….

  36. just an average potato who does stuff i guess on June 3, 2020 at 6:00 am

    I work at GH Bass lol

  37. Mike Kisonu on June 3, 2020 at 6:01 am

    Something tells me this guy got a bunch of "wedgies" in H.S. 🙁

  38. M Moore on June 3, 2020 at 6:02 am

    I’ve 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. I’d say well worth $100. The leather soles are very thick and sturdy and should last a while.

  39. Secret Forreddit on June 3, 2020 at 6:02 am

    What are your thoughts on still putting a penny in the saddle?

  40. Michael Carney on June 3, 2020 at 6:04 am

    I’d bet the house this dude has dreams of murdering people and has definitely killed a couple pets. American psycho

  41. Samuel J Weber on June 3, 2020 at 6:04 am

    I found a couple pairs of Bass brand loafers at a thrift store, however they weren’t my size and had rubber soles. I liked the brown moccasin loafer, might purchase a new pair for myself someday.

  42. A Reda on June 3, 2020 at 6:05 am

    Preston, you look like a Preston.

  43. kingjwm57 on June 3, 2020 at 6:06 am

    wait, you’re not Sven!!!

  44. Dheeraj Kattula on June 3, 2020 at 6:09 am

    I like you Preston, especially after your recent interview with your boss 🙂

  45. Patrick Pang on June 3, 2020 at 6:13 am

    I owned a pair of PRL loafers, they’re great.

  46. Grey Wolfe on June 3, 2020 at 6:14 am

    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.

  47. Ben Foust on June 3, 2020 at 6:14 am

    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.

  48. David Hahn on June 3, 2020 at 6:15 am

    Let’s see one on Schott Perfecto 618. Would also love to see a video about Alden.

  49. JazzOnMars on June 3, 2020 at 6:16 am

    Something i could actually buy haha

  50. Genesis Shile on June 3, 2020 at 6:17 am

    CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT’S THE NAME OF THE GLASSES

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