BLKBRD Shoes Review – Sabre Double Monk Wholecuts

As an avid reader and writer of BespokeUnit, I’m well-versed in menswear and shoes. Yet, I was stunned when my editor Rafael introduced me to a unique pair of double monk dress shoes from BLKBRD Shoemakers.

These Indian-made shoes are not only completely seamless but also made-to-order, fully customizable, hand-welted, and priced under $350. The promise of such high-quality craftsmanship at this price point could be a game-changer in the industry.

Join me as I explore the finer details of these double-monk shoes and discuss whether they’re worth the price or simply too good to be true:

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BLKBRD Sabre Specifications

Brand: BLKBRD ShoemakerMade In: Agra, IndiaStyle: Double MonkstrapFormality: Business ProfessionalUpper: Italian Museum Calf>Zonta TanneryConstruction: Goodyear Welt>Hand-WeltedClosed-Channel SoleFiddle Back WaistPrice: $320 USD [Shop At BLKBRD]

Typically, dress shoes are made of multiple pieces of leather stitched together. This is because finding large segments of hide without imperfections or blemishes is challenging.

Having an entirely seamless pair of shoes, without even a seam on the back of the heel, means this piece of leather must have been massive and flawless for it to be used to construct these Sabre double monks.

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Style & Appearance

The Sabre model features a last that BLKBRD calls the FF-4, which presents a handsome square chisel profile. Moreover, this style of double monk is made unique by the higher mounting location of the buckles, resulting in a very sharp and formal silhouette.

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