Chris Bb Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Back in the days when Britain was still Great, I could buy a pair of shoes, size 8 knowing they'd fit. Then came the Euro with their size 42 which is almost, but not quite, a size 8 and varies considerably, I also find European shoes tend to be narrower than UK shoes. Next we have American shoes which are ½ - 1 size larger than ours and men's and women's vary by two sizes, so I could take an 8.5, a 9 or even a 10. Now we find Asian sizes which are loosely based upon the centimetric size of your foot, rough equivalents being 26.5/265 or 27.0/270. All the above are made worse due to varying quality standards. Even now, UK shoes which used to be the same for male and/or female vary by up to a whole size, thus any shoe which can be considered unisex is yet another factor to consider. The long and short of it is that buying shoes without first trying them on is a total gamble. There being fewer and fewer "proper" shoe shops in the high street, buying any shoe whatsoever is a nightmare! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Same with socks. I can't get size 8 socks, they are 8-11 now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Back in the days when Britain was still Great, I could buy a pair of shoes, size 8 knowing they'd fit. Then came the Euro with their size 42 which is almost, but not quite, a size 8 and varies considerably, I also find European shoes tend to be narrower than UK shoes. Next we have American shoes which are ½ - 1 size larger than ours and men's and women's vary by two sizes, so I could take an 8.5, a 9 or even a 10. Now we find Asian sizes which are loosely based upon the centimetric size of your foot, rough equivalents being 26.5/265 or 27.0/270. All the above are made worse due to varying quality standards. Even now, UK shoes which used to be the same for male and/or female vary by up to a whole size, thus any shoe which can be considered unisex is yet another factor to consider. The long and short of it is that buying shoes without first trying them on is a total gamble. There being fewer and fewer "proper" shoe shops in the high street, buying any shoe whatsoever is a nightmare! +1 absolutely even down to the size 8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Also known as the GRUMPY OLD MAN thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootthepigeon Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Grumpy old man with lady size feet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overandunder2012 Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 oh dear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clakk Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 you want to try and get size 12,s that dont look like Ronald Mcdonald hasnt thrown out .the shop assistant looks at you like your from Mars for even asking for em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cambsman Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Size 8? Oh dear. Bet u have a size 8 thingy too. Lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loriusgarrulus Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 I am glad of the unisex shoes as I take size 7-8 broad fitting which is what used to be at the top end of ladies shoes. I often bought men's slip on shoes for work. Now I live in Crocs or Schechers shape ups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidawson Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 try being a size 16 makes it even harder to find footwear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Hi I can do you any size or width you want 😂 mild steel or aluminium Just hold still while I nail them on 😂😂😂 Try hogs of Fife All the best Of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbob Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 That's no bother try getting a size 13 or a 14 boot you cant buy anything with out trying them on , and unless you get proper sized socks size 12's are fine till the first time there washed then the heels in the middle of your foot , My sons the same size as me so its first up in the morning is best dressed too LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
activeviii Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Size 8!!!! Do they make shoes that same, I bet you don't pay tax on them do ya lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loriusgarrulus Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Size 8!!!! Do they make shoes that same, I bet you don't pay tax on them do ya lol. Yes you do "shoe tacks" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord_seagrave Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 ...and unless you get proper sized socks size 12's are fine till the first time there washed then the heels in the middle of your foot... Hah! This, every time! My only advice with shoes is to buy the best you can. If you find good shoes that fit well, stick with them. I can confidently order size 12D on a 606 or 202 last from Edward Green and know they will fit like a glove. LS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 I can't even afford their laces! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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