FunnyStarSystem 7,538 Posted May 13, 2020 18 minutes ago, GenTLe said: Yeah... They are a pair of (non rep) shoes, I had another pair from them (the black ones here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000190057937.html) and they have been really nice, so got these too but I think they're going to be used next autumn at this point... These: Very handsome shoes! I guess it's a sign of the times that an Italian would look to China for stylish leather goods - affordability being the key factor I presume. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 13, 2020 30 minutes ago, FunnyStarSystem said: affordability being the key factor I presume. Exactly Also I'm not a fan of "patina" so while it's true that good made shoes (like those with rapid-blake or goodyear sewing) will last a good amount of years, it's also true that after 2 years a pair of shoes still looks kind of crappy if well used, so I prefer to spend less and replace them more often. It's a bit like gen vs rep watches If I would have access to the manufacturer direct without paying the distributors, the shop fee and so on, then I'll surely go for the Italian high level ones. But for now the business model is still the "old fashioned way"... Still I mainly buy Italian, but those in the 100€ range. These from China are more a test to see how they'll stand the time Decent quality shoes here can be got for around 90/100€ but the "good ones" start from at least double that price (see for instance these: https://eu.velasca.com/) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devil 2,904 Posted May 13, 2020 China to the UK in 2 days with TNT... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BravoDelta 22,456 Posted May 13, 2020 2 hours ago, FunnyStarSystem said: We have a winner! Yes, you win @GenTLe that is truly astoundingly bad service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted May 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, BravoDelta said: Yes, you win @GenTLe that is truly astoundingly bad service. Really...... ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveA 308 Posted May 13, 2020 2 hours ago, GenTLe said: Yeah... They are a pair of (non rep) shoes, I had another pair from them (the black ones here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000190057937.html) and they have been really nice, so got these too but I think they're going to be used next autumn at this point... These: What was the sizing like on these I take a UK 9 so Iam trying to figure out what size to order Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BravoDelta 22,456 Posted May 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, SteveA said: What was the sizing like on these I take a UK 9 so Iam trying to figure out what size to order Based on that tracking, for a Christmas present? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BravoDelta 22,456 Posted May 13, 2020 12 minutes ago, BadApple said: Really...... ??? Last tracking info Jan 7, I consider yours lost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 13, 2020 30 minutes ago, SteveA said: What was the sizing like on these I take a UK 9 so Iam trying to figure out what size to order In their page there is a chart, the best way is just to measure your feet and use that measure to get the right shoes. I have and EU 43 and ordered the US size 10 and it's ok Here is how I measured mine, also discovering that my left foot is 5mm longer than my right one...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzC_pb3P-Io Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 13, 2020 29 minutes ago, BadApple said: Really...... ??? Auch... Not bad... Not bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveA 308 Posted May 13, 2020 Cheers ,saw the chart but in the shoe description it says they measure big with a US 7.5 fitting a 25cm foot,not bright enough to convert that to U.K. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 13, 2020 25 minutes ago, SteveA said: Cheers ,saw the chart but in the shoe description it says they measure big with a US 7.5 fitting a 25cm foot,not bright enough to convert that to U.K. 9 UK9 should be ~265mm long feet = 10.43inches = select the 9.5 shoe size as they use the US sizes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveA 308 Posted May 13, 2020 27 minutes ago, GenTLe said: UK9 should be ~265mm long feet = 10.43inches = select the 9.5 shoe size as they use the US sizes Thanks for that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BackInHisBox 249 Posted May 13, 2020 Super odd, my order from 4/12 tracing showed it still not even reporting any tracking info up through two days ago. Then, suddenly, yesterday it shows as to be delivered today. Lol I mean I’m really happy about that, but it’s just really weird. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Intresting 21,698 Posted May 15, 2020 I think my watch is in there.. somewhere.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 15, 2020 Unfortunately I think there will be another potential problem: the moment the traffic will restart, the receiving point will be literally flooded with incoming packages. That too may add delay on delay... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill_C 148 Posted May 15, 2020 Unfortunately I think there will be another potential problem: the moment the traffic will restart, the receiving point will be literally flooded with incoming packages. That too may add delay on delay...I've had the same thought. It will probably be months before we return to reasonable shipping times.Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BravoDelta 22,456 Posted May 15, 2020 Two out for delivery today! Long after I'd lost hope If this box could talk... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted May 15, 2020 I've had an update to my tracking!!!!! My watch, which was 'exported directly sealed' on 18th March has updated today to 'Airline Departure'. That sounds promising! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thejudge 29 Posted May 15, 2020 (edited) 2020-05-13 18:30, HONGKONG, Arrived at Hong Kong hub. 2020-05-13 07:19, Longhua,Shenzhen,China, Depart from facility to service provider. 2020-05-13 01:25, 4PX, Item will be despatched; as advised by Posting customer. 2020-05-12 04:26, Longhua,Shenzhen,China, Shipment arrived at facility and measured. 2020-04-27 19:32, Longhua,Shenzhen,China, 4PX picked up shipment. ====================================== Looks like mine crossed the border and shouldnt get mixed up with any PPE now. Edited May 15, 2020 by thejudge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted May 15, 2020 4 hours ago, TheGingerFerret said: I've had an update to my tracking!!!!! My watch, which was 'exported directly sealed' on 18th March has updated today to 'Airline Departure'. That sounds promising! Same here for the strap from Andrea (Martu) in Chile for my Tudor bronze: it sat in "OFICINA DE TRANSITO" from 20 March and today it has been "DESPACHADO AL PAIS DE DESTINO" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OJHorology 352 Posted May 19, 2020 Looks like mine boarded a flight (4PX)- what about yours @thejudge? 2020-05-18 23:49, HKG, shipment departed from airport of origin country 2020-05-18 18:20, HKG, Hand over to airline. 2020-05-18 15:20, HONGKONG, Arrived at Hong Kong hub. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ssouthall6 4 Posted May 20, 2020 I'm still getting parts and watches I have no recollection of ordering. Some of the watches I moved on because I forgot I bought the parts. Somehow I've ended up with two large SS seconds hands for a daytona, two SS chrono hands, a gold plated caseback and bezel and I don't even have a gold daytona. Bezels are turning up on a daily basis. I'm wondering what's next.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thejudge 29 Posted May 20, 2020 Arrived today 27 days in total TD posted on 22nd April 2020-05-20 13:26 Delivery Address, Item delivery confirmed. 2020-05-18 10:40 GBLONA, In transit, it's progressing through Post network 2020-05-17 11:19 HEATHROW, Released from customs: customs cleared. 2020-05-15 11:16 LHR, Arrival of goods at destination airport 2020-05-15 11:16 LHR, Arrived at the destination airport 2020-05-14 23:59 HKG, shipment departed from airport of origin country 2020-05-13 21:30 HKG, Hand over to airline. 2020-05-13 18:30 HONGKONG, Arrived at Hong Kong hub. 2020-05-13 07:19 Longhua,Shenzhen,China, Depart from facility to service provider. 2020-05-13 01:25 4PX, Item will be despatched; as advised by Posting customer. 2020-05-12 04:26 Longhua,Shenzhen,China, Shipment arrived at facility and measured. 2020-04-27 19:32 Longhua,Shenzhen,China, 4PX picked up shipment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OJHorology 352 Posted May 21, 2020 19 hours ago, thejudge said: Arrived today 27 days in total TD posted on 22nd April Nice...I was hoping to have mine by now but its still - 2020-05-18 23:49, HKG, shipment departed from airport of origin country Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
