Crockett & Jones Monkton

This style, which is believed to have been developed by an alpine monk in the 15th century and worn in monasteries across Europe, was popularized in the 1920s. Produced in November 2004, the 348 last is a versatile shape from the main collection with a square toe. Undoubtedly, it is the most important shape that Crockett & Jones has developed in recent times. Dating back to 2004, the 348 has become the most cutting-edge last of a generation of shoemakers, allowing Crockett & Jones to stand out. With the largest collection of styles, the 348 has become an icon in its own right. In 2012, the latest 348 became part of Crockett & Jones' legacy as the shoe of choice for the James Bond film SKYFALL, followed by SPECTRE three years later.

Monkton is a single buckle shoe with a plain front, made from the highest quality burnished calf leather and featuring a single leather sole. An elegant single buckle shoe on a leather sole.

Unknown to many, the Monk strap shoe exhibits similar fitting and construction qualities to that of a Derby. One might consider the Monk style as a kind of modern Derby. With open quarters, a fully cut upper and tongue, Monk straps (single or double buckle) are remarkably comfortable for the foot. However, they do not offer the same level of adjustment, due to the absence of laces. The sequence of construction operations of a Monk is similar to that of a Derby. The inner and outer quarters are stitched to a strap on each side of the upper, and the tongue is cut as part of the upper and is not a separate component.