I love these shoes ,
"I love these shoes , they put on a fight breaking them in but they are great"
The James is built on the W2298 last, our classic city profile that provides a close, tailored fit through the waist and heel. It is distinguished by a prominent hand-stitched apron and a unique split-toe seam, giving the loafer a refined, architectural character. The Burgundy Burnished leather adds a layer of depth, with the darker tones at the seams and toe-box highlighting the artisan craftsmanship involved in every pair.
Burgundy Burnished Leather: Artisan Depth Our burnished leathers are hand-finished to create a deep, lustrous patina that is unique to each pair.
Deep Tonal Variety: The burgundy hue features rich, wine-coloured undertones that have been darkened at the edges to provide a classic "antique" look.
High-Shine Finish: The leather is polished to a fine sheen, making it an ideal companion for sharp tailoring or formal evening attire.
Durable Elegance: Despite its refined appearance, the premium calf leather is robust and will continue to develop more character and depth with regular polishing.
Technical Build: The Traditional Foundation This edition of the James is grounded by a traditional sole unit for a more streamlined look.
Single Leather Sole: The use of a single leather sole maintains the loafer’s slim profile, offering a light feel and a flexible step that becomes increasingly comfortable as it breaks in.
Stacked Leather Heel: Features a traditional stacked leather heel with a rubber quarter-tip for added durability and grip.
Goodyear Welted: Fully Goodyear welted in our Northampton factory, ensuring a watertight bond and a shoe that is built to be resoled for decades.
The James is built on the W2298 last, our classic city profile that provides a close, tailored fit through the waist and heel. It is distinguished by a prominent hand-stitched apron and a unique split-toe seam, giving the loafer a refined, architectural character. The Burgundy Burnished leather adds a layer of depth, with the darker tones at the seams and toe-box highlighting the artisan craftsmanship involved in every pair.
Burgundy Burnished Leather: Artisan Depth Our burnished leathers are hand-finished to create a deep, lustrous patina that is unique to each pair.
Deep Tonal Variety: The burgundy hue features rich, wine-coloured undertones that have been darkened at the edges to provide a classic "antique" look.
High-Shine Finish: The leather is polished to a fine sheen, making it an ideal companion for sharp tailoring or formal evening attire.
Durable Elegance: Despite its refined appearance, the premium calf leather is robust and will continue to develop more character and depth with regular polishing.
Technical Build: The Traditional Foundation This edition of the James is grounded by a traditional sole unit for a more streamlined look.
Single Leather Sole: The use of a single leather sole maintains the loafer’s slim profile, offering a light feel and a flexible step that becomes increasingly comfortable as it breaks in.
Stacked Leather Heel: Features a traditional stacked leather heel with a rubber quarter-tip for added durability and grip.
Goodyear Welted: Fully Goodyear welted in our Northampton factory, ensuring a watertight bond and a shoe that is built to be resoled for decades.
This last has been used for decades. It is part of our history and character as England's oldest shoe manufacturer. The size (length fitting) of Tricker’s footwear made on this last (W2298) is true to size, we recommend sticking to your regular UK Size. If you are unsure of your UK size, use our size guide to convert your known size to a UK size.
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Overall rating: 4.4074073 / 5 from 27 reviews.
The James Penny Loafer in Burgundy Burnished leather offers a refined, architectural character with a close, tailored fit. The shoes feature a prominent hand-stitched apron and split-toe seam, complemented by a deep, lustrous patina. Customers appreciate the exceptional quality and high-shine finish, making it suitable for formal occasions.
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"I love these shoes , they put on a fight breaking them in but they are great"
"Great pair, fit from day 1"
"Great shoe"
"Great shoes, bought them in the shop in London. Great customer service, genuine brand! Highly recommended"
"The shoes were delivered promptly. It was the first time that I had ordered them and I went on my normal shoe size. They were a little bit too big and I I sent them back for exchange and I found this to be straight forward. The shoes look amazing and feel of great quality. Not worn them yet."
"I like the shoe, the quality is good. . But the Brexit makes it not very attractive to order. Nevertheless the shoes are very nice."
"Perfect fit and quality. Thanks Alen"
"Tricker’s scarpe di alta classe ed eleganza ! Un evergreen da avere sempre"
"For a $700 shoe, leather quality was no acceptable, and now I must pay $245. To return"
"I mistakenly ordered a 7.5 thinking it was a us gauge. Called customer service to correct this to a 6.5 uk size which they promised. But still delivered the 7.5. So disappointing considering the expensive shipment cost. Very sloppy"
It's inevitable that shoes will need a bit of TLC from time to time but look after them and they will last you a lifetime. We offer a fully inclusive repair service from re-heeling to total makeovers.
Our uncompromising standards of craftsmanship, honest materials, environmentalism and sustainability are values that have been preserved and developed through five generations.
Every material used in our construction can be traced back to its source.
Every pair of Tricker’s shoes and boots is 100% made in Northampton, the historic centre of British shoemaking. From cutting the leather to the final polish, each stage takes place under one roof at our St Michael’s Road factory, following a time-honoured process refined over generations. It’s here that traditional skills, patience and precision come together, ensuring every pair carries the integrity, durability and character that Northampton-made footwear is known for.