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I seem several at cali.
One on promenade and the other in Glendale mall.
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One on promenade and the other in Glendale mall.
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those are pralli regular clarks stores. what im looking for is a place that would have many of the latest collabs and limited editions under one roof, like a boutique or flagship type store.
those are pralli regular clarks stores. what im looking for is a place that would have many of the latest collabs and limited editions under one roof, like a boutique or flagship type store.
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bruhhhh
this.. i thought it only happened to me
i need another pair. my supreme ones are holding up nice though
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bruhhhh
this.. i thought it only happened to me
Nah son, the ankle roll is infamous...
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I been tryna find a decent price on a pair of Wallabees and the desert boots. Tryna change my style up a little and buy more dress shoes and casual shoes
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The dreaded Wally Gum Sole Roll....Yikes!
Just bought another pair of sand lows on Ebay. $33.
Just bought another pair of sand lows on Ebay. $33.
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News from last year I stumbled upon. Good info.
Padmore & Barnes Is Back Which Means Clarks Is On Notice
August 17, 2012 at 11:47 am
Written by Noah Johnson
It’s likely that you don’t know what Padmore & Barnes is, or that it was ever gone. But for the few Irish-made Wallabee purists out there (sup, guys?) this is big news. HUGE news.
Here’s a little backstory: For many years, beginning in 1967, Wallabees were made in Ireland at the Padmore & Barnes factory. They were made for Clarks, Supreme, Killah Shoe Co., United Arrows Japan and a grip of other shops and brands. P&B made more than just your standard issue Walter White Wallies—there was a Plaintoe, the Weaver, the Side-Lace and other versions of the crepe soled comfort shoes we’ve all come to know and love. If you know what you’re looking for, it’s possible to find a pair of vintage P&Bs on eBay or in a thrift shop. Otherwise, you’re ******. The Irish factory was shut down in 2003. All Wallabee production has since been done in China and Vietnam. A straight bummer, I know.
“The Chinese production of the Wallabee was really a copy and very little effort was made to recreate the original product,” P&B’s general manager Frank Bryan told me in an interview for Sneeze Magazine a couple years back.
Well, guess what? They’re back. Sources tell me that P&B is going back into production using original lasts and original materials. This is particularly good news because most of the complaints about the Asian-made Wallies had to do with the shape of the shoe and the quality of the leathers. Fret no more, Wallabee geeks. Soon, let’s hope, you’ll be able to get your hands on the real deal. There will be a multitude of styles rolled out—we were able to get our hands on a few early samples, but there will be others. There will also be a webshop. The Internet was a wee toddler when the last P&B shoe was made, so let’s all make sure they get a warm welcome upon their return.
These look good NT - http://www.padmore-barnes.com/padmore-barnes-gallery.html
In addition to the Originals, these joints are tough:
Padmore & Barnes Is Back Which Means Clarks Is On Notice
August 17, 2012 at 11:47 am
Written by Noah Johnson
It’s likely that you don’t know what Padmore & Barnes is, or that it was ever gone. But for the few Irish-made Wallabee purists out there (sup, guys?) this is big news. HUGE news.
Here’s a little backstory: For many years, beginning in 1967, Wallabees were made in Ireland at the Padmore & Barnes factory. They were made for Clarks, Supreme, Killah Shoe Co., United Arrows Japan and a grip of other shops and brands. P&B made more than just your standard issue Walter White Wallies—there was a Plaintoe, the Weaver, the Side-Lace and other versions of the crepe soled comfort shoes we’ve all come to know and love. If you know what you’re looking for, it’s possible to find a pair of vintage P&Bs on eBay or in a thrift shop. Otherwise, you’re ******. The Irish factory was shut down in 2003. All Wallabee production has since been done in China and Vietnam. A straight bummer, I know.
“The Chinese production of the Wallabee was really a copy and very little effort was made to recreate the original product,” P&B’s general manager Frank Bryan told me in an interview for Sneeze Magazine a couple years back.
Well, guess what? They’re back. Sources tell me that P&B is going back into production using original lasts and original materials. This is particularly good news because most of the complaints about the Asian-made Wallies had to do with the shape of the shoe and the quality of the leathers. Fret no more, Wallabee geeks. Soon, let’s hope, you’ll be able to get your hands on the real deal. There will be a multitude of styles rolled out—we were able to get our hands on a few early samples, but there will be others. There will also be a webshop. The Internet was a wee toddler when the last P&B shoe was made, so let’s all make sure they get a warm welcome upon their return.
These look good NT - http://www.padmore-barnes.com/padmore-barnes-gallery.html
In addition to the Originals, these joints are tough:
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totally forgot about the p&b releases, good looks on the reminder.
im so used to the current shape, the og version looks kinda wierd.
ima have to get a few pairs of them wally's eventually. that price tho. :x
totally forgot about the p&b releases, good looks on the reminder.
im so used to the current shape, the og version looks kinda wierd.
ima have to get a few pairs of them wally's eventually. that price tho. :x
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why would anyone pay 500 for fake wallys? :x foh
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why would you pay $500 even if they were Clarks :x
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^^ Those are buns regardless of price. On another note, not sure I'll ever cop Clarks Wally's again. These Padmore & Barnes joints are too clean, and there's something about product not made in China. $165 + shipping from Ireland.
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Not a fan of the Padmore Clark's....
If it's not the gum/crepe sole...I can't jive with it.
If it's not the gum/crepe sole...I can't jive with it.
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I actually like the Clarks Padmore's, but I can dig why people don't like them. They're great for kicking around at the bars because they're cheap and that sole doesn't get filthy. The company Padmore & Barnes is way different than Clarks Padmore's though. Clarks only used the Padmore name on that recent model to try and associate themselves with the company that used to manufacture their Wallabee's (Padmore & Barmes) before Clarks moved production to China.
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True.
Different strokes for different folks...
I picked up a couple new pairs of Wallys after moving to AZ. Didn't feel like shipping a lot of my shoes out here from back home. I'll post a few pics in a bit.
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word, but its kinda crazy that they make the padmore in wild colors and not wallys. dont think ive ever seen anyone wear a pair of them padmores now that i think about it.
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Here's my Clarks Padmore's that I bar hop in quite a bit. The leathers do not compare to Wally's that's for sure. There's a reason they're half the price.
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Really really need a pair of Desert Boots in Beeswax. It just sucks that they never go on sale anywhere
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Anyone seen the new Clark's style Wallabees/Driver shoe in stores?
I'll take a picture of them at the mall next time. Interesting mixture
I'll take a picture of them at the mall next time. Interesting mixture
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Yessir. That would be them.
Not sure if they are new or old...definitely my first time seeing them last month.
