Buying pre-owned luxury shoes is an excellent way to enjoy high-quality footwear at a fraction of its original retail price. Established makers such as Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's and Tricker's use premium materials and traditional construction methods, producing shoes designed to last for many years with proper care.

Unlike many mass-produced shoes, well-made leather footwear can often be repaired, resoled and restored, making carefully selected pre-owned pairs an attractive alternative to buying new.

Abbot's Shoes is a UK-based specialist retailer offering a carefully selected collection of premium pre-owned men's footwear from renowned makers, including Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's, Tricker's and many more.

Our collection includes Oxford, Derby, loafer and boot styles, with individual listings detailing each pair's size, condition and features. We offer customers the opportunity to purchase quality footwear from established luxury shoemakers at prices considerably below their original retail value.

Goodyear welted shoes are particularly well suited to the pre-owned market because of their durability, repairability and traditional construction.

The Goodyear welted method allows the sole to be replaced by a skilled cobbler, often extending the life of the shoes considerably. With appropriate care, the leather uppers can also develop an attractive patina over time.

Buying pre-owned allows customers to benefit from this craftsmanship at a reduced price, while extending the useful life of footwear that might otherwise go unworn.

Buying from a specialist footwear retailer offers a more informed and consistent shopping experience than purchasing from an individual seller.

At Abbot's Shoes, our focus is on premium footwear, allowing us to provide detailed product information, clear photographs and knowledgeable advice on sizing, construction and condition.

Customers also benefit from an established retail business with customer support and published returns procedures, rather than relying solely on the descriptions and policies of individual marketplace sellers.

Unfortunately, we are not able to reliably source specific pairs of shoes in specific sizes and conditions. We do however regularly add a wide range of new stock to the website. See our new arrivals.

Most of the shoes we sell are at fixed prices, often pre-agreed with sellers. However, we will consider sensible offers close to the asking price for higher value pairs, or those we have had listed for an extended period. 

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The vast majority of the shoes we sell are factory 'firsts'. We do sell a small amount of seconds/subs/B stock, but this will always be clearly stated in the product description.

Abbot's Shoes specialises in genuine footwear from established premium and luxury shoemakers, including Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's, Tricker's and other respected brands.

Our knowledge of traditional shoemaking, manufacturer details and footwear construction helps us assess and authenticate the products we offer. We aim to provide accurate descriptions so customers can purchase with confidence.

Our familiarity with premium footwear brands and traditional shoemaking allows us to assess the identifying characteristics of the shoes we offer.

Details such as construction methods, manufacturer markings, leather quality, design and finishing can help establish whether a pair is consistent with the maker and model represented.

We recognise that authenticity is an important consideration when purchasing pre-owned luxury footwear and take care to represent our products accurately.

Each pair is assessed to establish its overall condition, with particular attention paid to the leather uppers, soles, heels, linings and other areas that may show signs of wear.

Our product listings provide information about the condition of individual pairs, allowing customers to make an informed decision before purchasing.

As pre-owned footwear varies considerably in age and previous use, we recommend reviewing the photographs and product description carefully before ordering.

Our pre-owned footwear listings feature photographs of the individual pairs offered for sale, allowing customers to assess their appearance and condition before purchasing.

As each pre-owned pair has its own characteristics, photographs are an important part of our product descriptions. We encourage customers to review all available images, particularly when assessing signs of wear, leather condition and sole wear.

At Abbot's Shoes, we recognise the importance of presenting pre-owned footwear in good condition.

Every pair of pre-owned shoes at Abbot's Shoes is carefully reconditioned before sale, with the treatment tailored to the individual condition. 

Shoes showing more significant wear may also undergo repairs. Depending on their condition, this can range from fitting protective rubber soles and replacement leather heels to complete leather or Dainite rubber resoles, helping to extend the life of each pair.

Our aim is to restore each pair to the best possible condition, while preserving its original character and craftsmanship.

The best starting point is your usual size in comparable, well-made footwear. However, sizing can vary between manufacturers, individual models and the lasts used to construct the shoes.

For example, two pairs of UK size 9 shoes from different makers may fit quite differently, particularly around the instep, heel and forefoot.

We recommend considering the manufacturer, last and width fitting alongside your usual shoe size. If you're unsure, our team is happy to offer guidance before you order.

Please visit our Size Guidefor more information on sizing.

We have also produced a series of articles to help customers choose the correct size.

Pre-owned leather shoes may feel slightly different from a new pair, depending on how frequently they have been worn and how they have been cared for.

Leather uppers naturally soften with wear and may develop some additional give, particularly across the forefoot. However, the overall shape and length of the shoe remain largely determined by the original last.

We would not recommend relying on previous wear to compensate for an incorrect size, as a well-fitting shoe should provide adequate comfort and support from the outset.

Traditional English shoemakers often use lettered width fittings to indicate the relative width and volume of their shoes.

For many English manufacturers, an F fitting represents a standard width, while E is narrower and G is wider. However, these conventions are not universal, and the meaning of individual fittings can vary between brands.

The shape of the last is equally important, as two shoes with the same stated width may fit differently around the toes, instep and heel.

Yes. Our team is happy to offer advice on sizing and fit before you purchase.

We have experience with a wide range of premium footwear brands, including Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's, Tricker's and many others, and can often provide guidance on the characteristics of particular models and lasts.

For the most useful advice, we recommend telling us which shoes you currently wear, including their size, width fitting and how comfortably they fit.

Although fit is ultimately personal, this information can help us make a more informed recommendation.

We understand that finding the correct fit can sometimes be challenging, particularly when purchasing footwear from an unfamiliar manufacturer or last.

If you need to return a product purchased from us, you can return it within 14 days of receiving your order.

To be eligible for a return your item must be in the same condition that you received it and the returns tag must still be attached.

Once received you will be entitled to a refund. Original shipping charges are non-refundable.

You can read our full policy here: Our Returns Policy

To request a return, please visit our return portal here: Returns Portal

You can find more information about how to start the returns process via the link below:

Returns Portal

Yes. Abbot's Shoes is based in the United Kingdom and offers international shipping to a wide range of destinations.

We work with established international courier services to deliver our footwear to customers around the world.

Available shipping options and delivery charges are displayed during checkout, based on your delivery destination.

For many international destinations, applicable import duties and taxes are calculated and collected during checkout, allowing customers to see the total cost of their order before purchasing.

Europe, USA and Canada: Customs and Import Duties are calculated and paid at checkout. This means there will be no extra duties, taxes or handling fees when your order arrives.

Customers outside the UK, Europe, USA and Canada: Orders are shipped outside Europe, USA and the UK on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis, meaning that all taxes and duties are excluded from the final price. Your order may therefore be subject to local taxes and import duties. These charges are collected by our shipping partner DHL on behalf of your local border. We are unable to calculate the exact amount in duties and taxes your order may incur, as these charges are imposed directly by the destination country and vary between countries. Abbot’s does not cover any such taxes, duties or related charges.

Yes, please add the items you interested in to the basket, shipping discounts will be automatically calculated at checkout.

International customers can make a return within 14 days of receiving an order. To be eligible for a return the item must be in the same condition as it was received in and the returns tag must still be attached.

For customers in supported countries, we also offer an assisted returns service, providing access to discounted return shipping labels through international couriers such as DHL and FedEx.

Our full returns policy can be viewed here: Our Returns Policy

To request a return, please visit our return portal here: Returns Portal

Abbot's Shoes specialises in premium footwear from some of the world's most respected shoemakers.

Our collection regularly features established English manufacturers such as Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's, Tricker's, Cheaney and Gaziano & Girling, alongside selected European and international brands.

As much of our collection consists of individual pre-owned pairs, available brands, models and sizes change regularly. We recommend browsing our latest arrivals to see the current selection.

Goodyear welting is a traditional shoemaking method in which a strip of material (usually leather), known as the welt, is stitched to the upper and insole assembly, with the outsole subsequently attached to the welt.

This construction creates a durable and relatively water-resistant shoe that can generally be resoled without replacing the leather uppers.

Goodyear welted construction is widely used by premium footwear manufacturers such as Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's and Tricker's, and is one of the reasons well-maintained shoes from these makers can remain wearable for many years.

Abbot's Shoes is a UK-based specialist retailer of premium pre-owned men's footwear.

We focus on high-quality shoes and boots from renowned manufacturers, with a particular emphasis on traditional craftsmanship, quality materials and Goodyear welted construction.

Alongside our pre-owned footwear collection, we also offer a selection of leather accessories and shoe care products.

Our aim is to make exceptional footwear more accessible, giving well-made shoes a new lease of life while offering customers an attractive alternative to purchasing new.

Yes. At Abbot's Shoes, we're always interested in purchasing quality men's footwear from established luxury shoemakers. Whether you have a single pair or a larger collection, we'd be happy to consider your shoes and provide a valuation.

Which shoe brands do you buy?

We primarily purchase premium men's footwear from renowned makers such as Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, Church's, Tricker's, Gaziano & Girling, John Lobb and many others.

We're particularly interested in well-made leather shoes and boots, including Goodyear welted footwear, although we're happy to consider other high-quality brands.

Simply get in touch with our team, providing details of the shoes you'd like to sell, including the brand, model, size and condition, along with clear photographs.

We'll review the information and let you know whether the shoes are of interest, together with an estimated valuation where possible.

For more information please visit our Sell Page.

Yes. We're happy to consider individual pairs, multiple pairs or larger collections of premium men's footwear.

If you're looking to sell several pairs, please contact us with an overview of your collection, including the brands, sizes and general condition, so we can discuss the options available.

Consignment is where we sell your shoes in your behalf. In return we take a percentage of the sales price once the shoes sell. Please visit our 'Sell' page for more information.