I purchased my last pair of this exact shoe 10 years ago in Paris, so it has a place in my heart! The shoe has been going strong, even standing up to return trips to Paris and elsewhere in France that involved plenty of walking. Lately, this has been in my daily wear rotation: the leather is looking a bit scuffed at the toe but the sole looks almost like new! My original laces have just worn out. My choice: buy new or send for refurbishment, which includes a new set of laces! I have owned British make custom fine leather shoes but nothing has come years close to matching the durability and comfortable durability of these Mephiso Marlons.
