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Johnston & Murphy Ski Moc® SKU #7172714(View on Zappos.com Classic)
Product Information:
- Please note that the 'Ski Moc®' runs a half size large. Please order a half size smaller than you normally would.
- For traditionalists, only the penny loafer with kicker backstay and double leather sole will do!
- Padded footbed for added comfort and support.
- Quality leather outsole.
- Airport friendly.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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Customer Feedback
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- 67% "Felt true to size"
- 84% "Felt true to width"
- 73% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 32 Reviews Total
Posted: Dec 28, 2008
Reviewer: from San Diego, CA
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Johnston Murphy Ski Moc review -
Zappos has excellent service, period. The Ski Moc is a good quality shoe, I've seen better in the past. JM quality control needs sharpening. 1st pair had one shoe longer than other, both marked 11d. Insoles a little lumpy on final pair, but not worth mailing back for exchange. Design is clean, and for a hard sole shoe it's comfortable.
Posted: Jun 9, 2008
Reviewer: from Arnold, Missouri
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Overall happy with this shoe -
I am happy with my order, but would feel better if the shoe offered greater padding and arch support as I do have a minor problem with heels of my feet. I feel that built in padding and support is much better than trying to purchase slip in or inserts.
Posted: Jun 4, 2008
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
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MUCH LARGER than listed. - 12 felt like 14. I ended up getting 10.5. Shoe isn’t the most comfortable - but it looks great.
Posted: May 18, 2008
Reviewer: Arachnid from Chicago, IL
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Truly versatile piece of nostalgia -
This shoe does harken back to the 60's when you wore this shoe for kicking around in your khakis and madras (urban folks had not yet discovered jeans) to a shirt, tie and sport coat. Today, this shoe is even more versatile, coordinating well with jeans to suits. Those not accustomed to "breaking in" a pair of shoes will need to negotiate that terrain (hint: start slow around the house), but will be rewarded for the effort. Shoes like these just make you feel better about yourself, in a good way. One caveat, I too found these about 1/2 size larger than marked, and with a slip-on shoe, the fit is of more critical concern.
Posted: Apr 27, 2008
Reviewer: Keith from San Francisco, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
This was my first time purchasing shoes on the internet. Other than being about a half-size to large, the shoe was exactly what I expected. The exchange process was painless, in fact the replacement pair was sent to me immediately, even before they received my return shipment. They sent the replacement pair using two-day service, and did it as a courtesy. I will definitely buy from Zappos again.
Additional Brand Information
The company known today as Johnston & Murphy® was founded in 1850 by William J. Dudley, an immigrant English shoemaker who established his shoe factory in Newark, New Jersey. Dudley teamed with James Johnston in 1880 and continued to manufacture high-quality shoes. When Dudley died in 1882, William H. Murphy became Johnston's new partner and the company became Johnston & Murphy. In 1957, Johnston & Murphy moved to its present location in Nashville, Tennessee.
Throughout its' illustrious history, Johnston & Murphy shoes have maintained a commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative designs. Johnston & Murphy shoes use only the highest quality materials and components. Leather is hand selected from around the world and combined with traditional and proven construction for a fit that can’t be beat.
During the 1990's, Johnston & Murphy shoes expanded their line to include Johnston & Murphy accessories. Today, men need to dress to impress and they can do that by carrying a briefcase or wallet crafted from rich leather or durable fabrics. With the addition of bags and accessories, Johnston & Murphy has found a new way to appeal to the successful, affluent business man. And when it’s time to relax and dress down, Johnston & Murphy offers a comfort collection of loafers, sandals and oxfords crafted to exacting standards.
So from business attire to weekend relaxation, we have all the quality Johnston & Murphy shoes, boots, belts, wallets and bags to suit your needs. Johnston & Murphy Footwear has been the shoemaker to the American President since 1850. Now you can proudly say that Johnston & Murphy Footwear is your shoemaker too.
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Posted: Mar 16, 2008
Reviewer: Tom S from Philadelphia, PA
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Great Shoe -
Zappos price was even better than the manufacturer's and this comfortable shoe lives up to expectations!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Hush Puppies
Posted: Jan 6, 2008
Reviewer: Don from Texas
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Johnston & Murphy Ski Moc -
It has been a number of years since I bought two pair of penny loafers from J&M. A burgundy pair which I recently wore out after many years and a black pair which I still have. The new pair is far inferior to the quality and comfort of the previously bought shoes. I would not recommend or buy another pair unless I needed a cheaper pair of shoes at a substantially lower price.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Don't know, will have to find another brand I like
Posted: Nov 2, 2007
Reviewer: from Phoenix, Az
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Classic penny loafer -
A good value for the excellent quality in a classic penny loafer style. Johnston & Murphy has offered these for over twenty years and it won't go out of style. They can be worn with anything except a tuxedo, and are very durable. the leather is a bit stiff at first. Years ago, they used a better grade calfskin, I think.
Posted: Oct 24, 2007
Reviewer: Mark from Southern California
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
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Nice Shoes -
Comfortable. I had to send back the first pair because they were too large. I usually wear 12, but the 11 1/2 fit me.
Posted: Oct 1, 2007
Reviewer: from Tennessee
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Very nice shoe -
Looking for a classic penny loafer and these fit the bill. They look good with suits and with jeans. My wife could not believe I was buying shoes on line but has seen the great service and speed in getting the shoes. She may even try Zappos. Back to the shoe; it does run a half size too large. After wearing a 9D for 30 years this is the first 8.5D I have worn. Zappos handled the exchange with no problems. The shoe is quite stiff out of the box but over time should be OK. I was a little disappointed in how shiny the brushed veal looked compared to my Cole Haan pair.
Posted: Aug 14, 2007
Reviewer: John D from Holiday Island, AR
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Finally got the penny of my dreams!!
This penny from Johnston & Murphy is a true classic. I used to wear penny loafers back in the sixties as part of a preppy look. (Preppy preceded Yuppie.) The brand of choice back then was Bostonian or Bass Weejun, but they don't make the old style pennies any longer or at least Zappos doesn't carry them. Bostonian now has a variation on the penny theme, but it's not the same. This JM Ski Moc is serious quality throughout and they are a sharp looking shoe. That said, I must say it took no less than 3 tries to finally get the right size for me. The 9EEE slipped in the heel. The 9.5D fits well and after only one wearing they are almost broken in. That's probably a testimony to the subtle calf skin leather used on the top. If you get this shoe don't even try them on until you've flexed the soles to free up some movement. Otherwise, you'll find them too stiff. I highly recommend this shoe and will buy a black pair next.
Posted: May 9, 2007
Reviewer: Zachary from Hopewell, NJ
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Gorgeous, Comfortable & Style -
These classic loafers are the perfect addition to jeans, dress pants or khakis. The quality leather and stitching is premium. The fit seems to be exactly to size. I bought the same shoe in brown and wear one or the other every day to work. I've also gone out in style in jeans wearing these shoes. I would order them again, except that I think these will last a very long time.
Posted: May 7, 2007
Reviewer: S. L from Kirkland, Washington
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
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Fine shoe -
Great construction, very solid attractive looking shoe. Quite comfortable from the start, no doubt that they will last a long time.
Beware of sizing though, order one at least a half size smaller than you normally would. Zappos handled the exchange wonderfully. Great store. Highly recommended.
Posted: Apr 11, 2007
Reviewer: Mark A from Louisville
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One Durable Shoe!
You cannot wear this shoe out. I have been wearing this shoe 5 days a week for the past 3 years and I am still on the original heel and sole. Caution: It does run true to size, i.e, very big. If you like a snug fitting shoe, you may want to go down a half size.
Excellent loafer -
Quality shoe. Couldn't ask for more.
Posted: Mar 8, 2007
Reviewer: Joseph J from Des Moines, Iowa
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Great Shoes -
Great shoes and excellent fit, I will definitely purchase Ski Mocs again. Great style!!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Any Johnston and Murphy shoe
Posted: Feb 23, 2007
Reviewer: from Scottsdale, Arizona
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Liked it so much, I bought another pair -
Very well made penney loafer, comfortable, good looking. Bought the black Ski Moc version, liked it so much, I also bought the Cordovan tassle Ski Moc (though I had to order that pair directly from J&M). Very pleased with the four pairs of J&M shoes I have purchased recently. They have replaced Cole Haan as my secondary shoe maker to Allen Edmonds.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Allen Edmonds
Posted: Jan 23, 2007
Reviewer: from NY
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Took a bit of getting used to. I kept popping out of it but I stuck an insole in and now I like it. Except the dog ate the back of it today. I will take to a shoemaker tom and see if he can save it. :( But overall, a good shoe. A decent value.
Posted: Jan 10, 2007
Reviewer: Jh from Los Angeles, CA
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Great Penny Loafer -
This loafer has all the elements of classic ivy style penny loafer. Beefroll, kickback, and a great shape. It's not as dainty as some other penny loafers and has a more masculine shape to it. Doesn’t look like an old man's shoe either. The leather is corrected grain (boo) but doesn’t appear plasticky like most corrected grain leather shoes do. Soles is welted to the upper so you won't worry about cheap glue making the sole fall off. Very comfortable and didn't pinch, unlike the 2 other Florsheim penny loafers I tried before getting this one. It's definitely a shoe I'd buy again if mine were worn out or lost.
Posted: Jan 2, 2007
Reviewer: from Richmond, VA
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Great Fit - Great Look -
These were purchased for a friend who thinks they are the most wonderful shoes he has put on his feet. Not only are they comfortable, fit well, and made well, but they also are a very good looking shoe.
