Question:
I have a lovely pair of light chestnut brown patina'd Churchs' from the early 80's, however, they are truly beat to hell.
The soles are totally gone, the innards of the shoes are toast, and there is a sizable gouge in the leather on the outside of the right shoe.
The positives, are they are a beautiful brown, a classic shape, and they were my fathers only good pair of shoes.
Where can I bring these? How much would a complete rebuild run?
I do not expect them to come out like new, but I would like to wear them.
Any advice is appreciated.
If you like, we can take some pics of the now....send them off somewhere and to a later?
Answer:
Church's offers a factory refurbishment service, available through a Church's store or, I assume, by mail. There are things that can be done and those that can't. New soles and heels, certainly. If by describing the inside of the shoe as "toast" you mean the lining is shredded, the innersole cracked, etc, these usually cannot be replaced.
A local shoemaker might be able to do just as good a job.
If the shoes carry sentimental value for you because they belonged to your father I would certainly have them repaired. Factory service usually costs around a hundred dollars, local service less. A small price for the continuity of father to son.
Answer:
Well put.
I'd vote for the factory refurbishment, and I'd love to see the before and after pics of these shoes. I will always have a soft spot for pre-Prada Church's.
