Customer Reviews Florsheim Kenmoor Wingtip Oxford

I've been wearing the Kenmore Long wing as my exclusive dress shoe for 25 years, ever since I was 18 and got a gob selling shoes at the Florsheim store at my local mall. That pair was black and at the time was the Royal Imperial which was the highest grade. I bought some burgundy ones several years back that were just the Imperials and they are great but not the same as the Royals. I think at that time the Royals had been discontinued. A year ago I bought the brown online and now after more than 20 years and several resoles I bought a new black pair. The new ones are definitely not the same quality leather as the old Royal Imperials but are still a great shoe. Florsheim has a new level that costs over $500 and I'm guessing that it is more like the Royal. I'm not willing to spend that much on shoes though. Over all I'm happy with the Imperial line of Kenmore Lomg Wings. They are pretty stiff out of the box but just need some time to get worked in. One very important thing to know when ordering these online is that I normally wear a size 14 in most shoes and a 15 running shoe, but the Kenmore Long Wings are big. My blacks from 25 years ago were a 13. I thought that maybe I had stretched them out over time so when I bout the brown I ordered a 14 and they were too big. Order one size smaller than your normal size.

Great shoes, take a few days to break in then super comfortable and durable. Can do soles and heels over and over. But on this pair the nails used to attach the leather part of the heel are not countersunk so they scratch the floor. Taking them to a shoe shop to have them fixed - I shouldn't have to do that.

Shoes are great. Packaging for shipment was poor. Shoes arrived with significant damage to packaging.

I returned the first pair because I thought it was tight but it turns out I should have kept it since the wider width is a little too wide after you wear it the first time

Great shoes, just half a size too big, and I sent the 10's back to be replaced with 9 1/2's.

The shoe is a classic oxford, it is a bit stiff at first but I have no doubt it will improve with wear and last a very long time.

This is my second pair,not because there is anything wrong with the first pair, I just have them resoled. I just wanted a pair while the others were off to the cobbler. Great value versus $650.00 for a nice pair of Allen Edmonds cordovan wing tips.

I have loved wing tips since 1969.

Delivery was prompt. Shoes were beautiful and exactly as pictured and what I was looking for. Only problem was they did not come in large enough size to fit my feet. These are quality shoes that you can wear for years and I hated to return them. However, when I did, the company promptly refunded my purchase price with no problems. Only wish I did not have to return them. Please consider making them in larger sizes.

At first very stiff and was worried after paying so much for shoes if I could stand them. Shoes broke in and are better. Very slick on wet floors and impossible in snow. Would like to see rubber covers come along with order for rainy and snowy days. When paying this much for shoes I don't think its too much to ask for. Quality of shoe is awesome stylish, and well built.

I realize this may be difficult to believe, I purchase my pair of Tumble in 1974. I have resoled it four times, the recent just three months ago, and they still look good. Of course I have maintained then properly. I certainly would recommend them!

The shoes themselves are awesome. The only problem I had was having to return 2 pairs before I finally got a pair that didn't have defects. Please inspect the shoes carefully. Especially on the pattern where the stitching can go over or even cut the leather. This leaves a flap of leather hanging off of the shoe. It looks terrible. I received an initial replacement pair and it had the same issue. After returning the shoes again, I finally got a 3rd pair that were OK. It only took 1 month to finally get it all corrected. Now I am wearing some of the most sylish and comfortable shoes in the office. They are very comfortable. I have been wearing this brand and style for 27 years and have never a problem with them. They last and last.

This shoe is an upper end shoe that provides extended life. I have been ordering them for many years. This time I received a pair that may have been built in a different country because they do not fit in the width as easily as other pairs have.

These are still really good shoes but the quality of the leather quite frankly does not feel the same as my old old Florsheims ...

since years my favorate shoes, a classic with style, works perfectly well with jeans and formal dress

I thought it would be simple to buy a new pair of shoes as previously I had purchased the Kenmoors in oxblood, size 9.5D(very comfortable). Unfortunately, my new pair in brown, size 9.5D do not fit as well; seeming to be a half size too big. Nevertheless, I am keeping them with hopes that the wearing-in process will add to their comfort.

This is a shoe that demands respect, get used to the compliments! Allow for a break in period, were them around the house for 15 minutes prior to stepping out in them. Get shoe trees to guard your investment, dont forget your cream and polish. I went dancing with mine after wearing them twice, no blisters or pains. Check the quality as you unbox your pair, strap them on and be ready to look sharp! Great shoe for price point, why pay more?

I bought my first pair of Florsheim Kenmoor's in high school. They were called the Madison and cost $35.00. Times have changed. I decided on getting durable, stylish, and comfortable shoes for work. I was surprised at how easy breaking in the shoes was- no blisters, tired feet etc. The only complaint is the shoe laces wore out after five wearings. My boss is going to buy a pair

Hi, Im from England and purchased identical shoes from Thom Mc Cann ( excuse my spelling ?)...are these the same ones ?...UK shoe sizes are a size different...(size 9 UK are size 10 in USA)...The shoes are stiff and i was unable to wear them as there was no give in them like most other shoes.I still have them since 1994 but too tight...Give them to my son i think. These shoes in cordovan were very popular fashion in the UK in 1969 till about 1973...they were worn with Levi 501 jeans with a 1/2 inch turn up(when Levis produced a good pair of Levis) and a Fred Perry polo shirt..it looked very sharp.

I worked for Florsheim in the early '80s and still have my Kenmoors. Now, these were made from true Shell Cordovan, which comes from the rump of the horsehide. They are indestructable. I have put many soles on them. I figure if FloShoCo still made them this way, they would cost $400 or more. Also, I see a comment from someone here about spectators....back in the day, you could order these custom any way you wanted, but it took about 8 weeks. I believe the custom shop was the last manufacturing that they did in downtown Chicago. If mine wore out, I would consider buying the newer version, but I think these are going into the box with me!!!

In terms of style, looks and quality, I got exactly what your site offered.

Outstanding shoe. 1st rate except the cheap shoe laces are a disappointment

Daily office work shoe. This shoe is a great value as it will outlast traditional footwear. Had 1st pair of imperials for 7 years. Easy maintenance, can be resoled by a quality cobbler. The leather sole will wear quickly on concrete and pavement but will last on carpet and wood. Has a break in period but all good leather footwear will. All around great craftsmanship and attention to detail on leather and grain.

I couldn't quite get the fit via the Internet store, so I'm going to the Florsheim store in Orlando to make sure I'm fitted properly. I've been wearing Kenmoors for years. I get lots of compliments and they are bulletproof. Great deal at the retail price!