Lasts Come First - Our SV5 lasts

The pre-order for the Travellers Collection has just launched and I would like to take the opportunity to introduce the SV5 lasts.

These lasts were developed over 2 years during the time that I was in Japan. I had made the decision to go with Lactae Hevea cup soles and had to build a last from scratch to fit the soles.

Angled Cone (Instep)

Unlike bespoke shoemaking where the lasts is developed before the shoes and soles are made, these were developed to fit the existing cup soles from Lactae Hevea.

This was challenging as I had to work with some restrictions and the overall outline and shape had to follow the Lactae Hevea soles.

Arch area
Heel shape

It took many iterations to finally get the shape that I envisioned and I had incorporated as many elements from bespoke last making such as a generous forefoot, angled instep shape and ergonomic heel shape.

If you’re interested in learning more about the SV5 lasts and the Travellers Collection, do drop by our workshop to find out more!

Bonus Picture of our Chiseled Lasts