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A lug heel and platform bring utilitarian flair to a menswear-inspired penny loafer in patent leather. A well-cushioned footbed supports your foot for comfort during long days at the office or a day spent on your feet with friends.
- 1 1/2" heel; 1" platform
- Cushioned footbed
- Leather upper/synthetic lining and sole
- Imported
- Item #6123131
Size info
- Runs narrow.
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Franco Sarto
Franco Sarto's extensive experience as a cobbler and his singular vision as a designer made him uniquely suited to start his own line of effortlessly elegant Italian footwear. Impeccable and sophisticated, Franco Sarto shoes are fashioned with graceful lines and rich leathers—making every pair an enchanting homage to the Old World, remade in a beautifully contemporary style.
Most helpful positive review
June 12, 2025
Balin loafer
Awesome true to size! I'm an EU 38, and the fit is perfect. I love the quality of this loafer, and the padding inside of the loafer is great! Love!
Carastep
Reposted from francosarto.com
Most helpful critical review
June 8, 2025
Soles Split and Broke
After less than a year, the soles completely split and cracked in multiple places. Garbage quality.
SeraphinaR
Reposted from nordstrom.com
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Carastep
Reposted from francosarto.com
June 12, 2025
Balin loafer
Awesome true to size! I'm an EU 38, and the fit is perfect. I love the quality of this loafer, and the padding inside of the loafer is great! Love!
Carastep
Reposted from francosarto.com
June 12, 2025
Balin Loafer in Midnight Patent Leather
This is my second pair of Balin loafers. The fit is true to size. I'm a EU 38, and the fit is perfect. These shoes are soft when you first put them on. The padding inside molds to your feet, which I love! I've read in some reviews that people had a hard time getting their foot inside the shoe. Easy fix, use a shoehorn! These loafers will stretch after a day's wear, and you'll appreciate the inside molding that conforms to your feet. I love this midnight navy blue color. It's gorgeous in the sunlight!
SeraphinaR
Reposted from nordstrom.com
June 8, 2025
Soles Split and Broke
After less than a year, the soles completely split and cracked in multiple places. Garbage quality.
Mik949
Reposted from nordstrom.com
May 16, 2025
the heel splits
I purchased these and it took many blisters and about 2-3 months to break in. Now that they have been broken in the heel on one has split. I can’t wear them. I should have believed the other reviews that had the same issue with the sole splitting. They are not even a year old. Pay more and get a decent pair.
TSD74
Reposted from francosarto.com
May 5, 2025
Disappointed—Final Sale and Too Tight
I bought these based on the sizing of another pair of Franco Sarto lug sole loafers I own, but the sizing is inconsistent. The other pair fit well, but these are too tight—even though both were labeled wide. Unfortunately, I bought them on final sale and can’t return. Definitely size up—these are not a true wide fit. I wanted to love these. I do like the style. The midnight appears navy or black depending upon the light.
francosarto.com response
We value your feedback of the Franco Balin Lug Sole Penny loafer and have forwarded this information to the appropriate team. If you need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our Consumer Care Department.
BKC1
Reposted from francosarto.com
Apr 29, 2025
Run Way Too Big!
Love everything about these shoes EXCEPT, despite the description saying that they run true to size, they run way long! I wish I could exchange them but they were a final sale.
francosarto.com response
We value your feedback of the Franco Balin Lug Sole Penny Loafer and have forwarded this information to the appropriate team. If you need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our Consumer Care Department.
