Heel Block Repair - Kurt Geiger

[abababa]

Hello,

Cards on the table.  I've never done one of these before as i was never shown; however i have made a resolution to try and get any job done if the customer is willing to pay for my time.

I've had a talk with Charles Birch and they done seem to have anything that would fit.

I have questions about the entire process, but they will be irrelevant for now if i cant get the right parts.  So my questions at the moment are:

1 - Are these available anywhere in that finish and length that would be compatible with this shoe?

2 - If so, would i need to replace the good (other) heel block also?

Thanks for the help in advance.

[Count Muppet]

Www.leatherandgrindery.com

youll need to replace both to match

[abababa]

Thanks for the reply.  So i take it this would be the correct ones? https://www.leatherandgrindery.com/stiletto-heel-blocks-130-2792?search=stiletto heel &description=true

How would you get that black gloss finish on them?

[Count Muppet]

Yeah, they look good. You’ll have to paint the blocks. I guess they leave them white so you can paint them or cover them whatever colour you need.

[abababa]

Cheers count.  You're with the remedial student here.  What paint would you use to get that flawless gloss finish like the original heels?

[Michael]

CB heel spray in black.

Might need a few light coats, don't go heavy or will look pitted.

[elfman]

finish off with the  cb high gloss 

 

[elfman]

there should also be a code on the heel block which will give a size and style match 

 

[abababa]

Thanks everyone who has replied.  Im placing an order with L&G.  Is there anything else needed for this job?  I notice the 4 fixings around the screw.  Do i need a specific type to re-do these when attaching the new heel block??

[Flash]

The fixing nails are usually buttress nails 18--20 mm

[x minit uk]

Heated pliers would make removing the existing buttress nails easier , I would use 16mm buttress to re attach .

[cre]

I would go with a pair from leather and grindery, match as closely as possible and then spray with gloss black heel spray. Charge £50+. On high end shoe brands you can ask client to contact the manufacturer directly and there's a good chance they'll send you the component at the clients request.