The "F" word.
Hi, thanks for the input. My situation remains the same. Viburg replied promptly and said I need orthopedic shoes which they can't supply. That's a real pity. You're both correct about Altberg's normal lead time and cost but if you check their website for bespoke boots you'll see the reason for my delay and cost. I've had my feet measured by them and they concluded that I'm one of the few who need totally one off boots made. Two days later I returned and asked meekly if I could have a standard wide pair modified as a compromise till I get my measured pair. They didn't want to do this as they thought my feet would press over the outside edges causing pain. Boy, they're right as that's exactly what happens to me with all footwear at the moment. They're going to build boots around a pair of orthotic insoles and I can't wait for the luxury of comfortable footwear.
I had my feet measured at Penglers, Arundel, Sussex. These people supply expeditions. My feet came in at European size 43 but off the scale for width and the width is far back. So no joy again. Thanks for the help.
For anyone else with foot problems, try Shoemakers.org.uk - Shoes, Sandals, Boots and Clogs from specialists. Vegan and Leather. , also Jacoform from Germany are wide, but not wide enough for me alas.
Push The Limits, Lindsay.
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