A LOOK AT MEN’S COMBINATION LASTS

Combination Last Definition

A shoe mold/form/last for a designed shoe that has features width forefoot (ball of foot), yet a heel twice as narrow as forefoot. As such, for superior fit and comfort, such lasts remain the standard for generations. Width structure of lasts is strictly liner. Meaning a men’s standard Medium is further translated D/B or rather, D width with a B heel. Hence the combination last. Such is the following diagram:

SCALE

2A/4A = Super Slim  
A/3A  = Slim  
B/2A  = Narrow  
C/A   = Narrow/Medium  
D/B   = Medium  
E/C   = Medium/Wide  
2E/D  = Wide  
3E/E  = Wide Wide or  
4E/2E = Wide Wide  
5E/3E = 3 Wide or  
6E/3E = 3 Wide

Please Note: Depending on the manufacturer, wide, double wide, are dependent on manufacturer/vendor definition.

One must have definitive knowledge of various vendor definitions of lasts. Such lasts are imperative for proper fit. Moreover, can only be found in high-quality footwear.

As such, when doing footwear shopping, always insist on having your feet measured by a professional. Sit and fit independent footwear stores should always measure feet for proper fit.

Perhaps one may scoff at such nonsense. However, without proper foot care, you will pay for such a mistake. Indeed, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, Achilles tendinitis, knee and hip pain will eventually catch up with you.

Take care of your feet now, less pain tomorrow.