Customer Reviews Florsheim Berkley Penny Loafers
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79%"Felt true to size"
76%"Felt true to width"
69%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
On December 31,1983, while serving in the U.S. Navy in Alameda, California on board the U.S.S. Enterprise, I was invited to a party but didn't have any dress shoes. A shipmate suggested we go to Oakland to go shopping and I saw these penny loafers on display in the window of a Florsheim shoe store. I was a bit skeptical because I have small feet (6.5) for a man and thought it would be a waste of time but I went in anyway. To my surprise, the store stocked my size and I was extremely happy. That was 32 years ago. I still own those shoes and they're finally beginning to show their age. The leather is beginning develop tiny cracks in it, but because they've been so dependable,I find it very hard to retire them. They have really withstood the test of time and have been an excellent representative of the name Florsheim.
J.,
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Dressed up or down penny loafers you can not fail. I wear them with shorts and polo without socks in summer. I like the preppy look. I have several pair Florsheim style loafers and they all are comfortable. From the boardroom to the boardwalk. It's one of the most versatile unisex shoes you can slip into. Thanks to all the hard working folks at Zappos.
I'd also recommend:
Allen Edmonds Cole Haan GH Bass
James R, Zappos Customer,
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MICHAEL JACKSON FLORSHEIM SHOE. This is one of the penny loafer shoe styles he wore on stage.
5 Stars, and 2 thumbs up, on Customer Service, and the Shoe quality.
I selected the sole on this shoe, because of the smooth sole feature. It is now, my new Dance Shoe. I wont wear it to walk around the streets, it is strictly for the dance floor only. Lately it seems like all my shoes are 10.5 in Length, so I actually had ordered this , also a 10.5...but i had to exchange it, because, for Dance Shoe, purposes, you really DO, need a much tighter fitting shoe. I exchanged it for a 10.0 I will even wear cotton thick sock, under a second pair, of a dress sock, just to fill in the gaps. The dress socks gives you the look you want, and the cotton, tennis shoes socks, absorbs the moisture, and gives you more bulk. This is a very detailed replica, of one of the shoes Michael Jackson wore. He wore Florsheims and Staggs. I did all the research, and this is definitely the Florsheim version, of a Michael Jackson Dance Shoe.
You need the Smooth Sole, in order to pull off some of the spins, moonwalks, and other dance moves.
And the shoe looks better in person, than on photos.
It was like opening a treasure chest, and looking at an item, that Michael Jackson, himself, would wear proudly, on stage.
`` R.I.P.Michael Jackson ``
Great price, great Craftsmanship, Great customer service dept.
LUIS RODRIGUEZ
-(Ballroom Dance Coach)-
Luis R, Zappos Customer,
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The shoes look beautiful and are very comfortable. This is the classic "beef roll" penny loafer...a very hard item to find any more. And I wear a narrow size...even harder to find! I'm so grateful to Zappos for carrying them in my size. It's the only place I can find them. Now I'm waiting for my size to come into stock in the same shoe in black.
Bob W, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is still a solid shoe for the workplace and some casual evenings around town. So many companies are messing with the traditional loafers (cheaper materials, different appearances or enhancements, etc.). It's nice to see that this one still lives on.
Midwest T,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Upset that not available in my size in cordovan.
Old G,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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FROM THE BOARDROOM TO THE DANCE FLOOR, BERKLEY IS A WINNER
Jmac,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have worn these shoes for year. They are timely!
Bidbuybid,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The Berkley Penny Loafer is an old reliable shoe. I have worn them since I was a kid, and now I'm 62. They are perfect for casual wear, but also works very well for dress up when wearing a suit. Florsheim leads the way when it comes to Penny Loafers for style and durability. The shoe is a treasure that always stays in fashion.
Allen L,
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In my experience, most shoes take about a year to really break in and feel completely comfortable. These shoes felt good from the first moment. The only problem is that the soles, when new, are very slippery. I had to rough up the soles, then they were fine.
Don E, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
service was excellent
Joe,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I've been wearing these shoes for 20+ years. They fit and look great. When the soles wear down they can be resoled for 20 or dollars, thus I can get about three resoles and 2-3 years out the shoes.
None,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I've been wearing this style for over twenty years. They never go out of style.
Doug00,
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The shoe is smart, comfortable and all that I expected. Site is easy to use. Shoes arrives as advertised. I will order my next pair from Zappos.
Tim, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I wear these everywhere we go. I have only ever worn Florsheim Penny Loafers. I just realized I have been wearing them for over 50 years.
Steve,
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This is the first time that I bought a Florsheim penny loafer. I am please with it, though the price is a bit steep. I bought it because the other brands discontinued my size. So far, I am pleased with the shoes.
I'd also recommend:
Bass
Walt M, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
I have bought 6-7 (I've lost count) of this brilliantly designed shoe over the past decade.
Excellent design and construction.
Ian,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Been wearing your loafers for 55 years. They are the best by far.
Jim, T,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The availability of narrow width shoes has been steadily reducing to the vanishing point. Thank you for still offering a quality, comfortable shoe that fits.
Mark I,
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Every pair of Florsheim Berkley I have purchased from Zappos.com have always fit comfortably. I have a wide foot and I find the EEE gives me the width I need.
I'd also recommend:
Bass & Bostonian.
James B, Zappos Customer,
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The shoes were exactly what I ordered and expected. Better than the shoes was the service and ease of ordering. The website is very user-friendly and the return policy is probably the best I've seen. I can't say I've ever ordered shoes off the "internet"...I rolled my eyes at my wife for doing such a thing...however, after this positive experience I won't be buying shoes anywhere, other than Zappos.
Ken P, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
Great value
Steve,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
As a pianist, I need to wear leather shoes with leather sole when I practice the piano every day. This Florsheim Berkley shoes are the best kind that I have found and have been wearing for many years. This product is great because it helps me use pedals without hurting my soles. To be honest, I can't practice the piano without this shoes. This is my second time that I've purchased the same Berkley shoes. Some of my students have purchased this Berkley shoes as I recommended to them.
M.D.Pianist,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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wear with dress slacks, khakis, or jeans. great quality construction. great classic style. Narrow B is not as narrow as Richfield laceup. still a great shoe.
Dan,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Florsheim
If only it was easier to get these in the UK!!
been wearing them for 30 years & given the choice I would never wear any other shoe! Mostly have to get them on my trips to the US but recently it seems to be possible to get them thru the internet TG
Please please do not change these & continue to make them as you have done in the past - at least for my lifetime???!! thanks
Widefeet,
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