abababa Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count Muppet Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 Www.leatherandgrindery.com youll need to replace both to match abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abababa Posted May 6, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count Muppet Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 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 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abababa Posted May 6, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 Cheers count. You're with the remedial student here. What paint would you use to get that flawless gloss finish like the original heels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 CB heel spray in black. Might need a few light coats, don't go heavy or will look pitted. abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfman Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 finish off with the cb high gloss abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfman Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 there should also be a code on the heel block which will give a size and style match abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abababa Posted May 6, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 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?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 The fixing nails are usually buttress nails 18--20 mm abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x minit uk Posted May 6, 2021 Report Share Posted May 6, 2021 Heated pliers would make removing the existing buttress nails easier , I would use 16mm buttress to re attach . abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre Posted May 7, 2021 Report Share Posted May 7, 2021 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. abababa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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