Bit loafers

Looking at meermin rn, these https://meermin.com/collections/mens-loafers/products/114678-black-soft-calf-e And these https://meermin.com/collections/mens-loafers/products/114673-black-soft-calf-e Leaning towards the first pair but curious what else is out there at this price point (~$200).
Meermin Shoes
114678 - BLACK SOFTCALF - E
Our popular horsebit loafer is now back fully redesigned, featuring an unstructured & unlined construction. Made exclusively using a beautiful French Softcalf from the renowned Tannerie d'Annonay in France. Flex Goodyear Welted on the loafer dedicated RON last for a classic & versatile look. This extremely comf
Meermin Shoes
114673 - BLACK SOFT CALF - E
Introducing our newest casual horsebit loafer. Featuring a fully unlined & unstructured upper construction, made exclusively using a beautiful French Softcalf from the renowned Tannerie d'Annonay, in France. Flex Goodyear Welted on the loafer dedicated ERIK last, making a striking and truly unique loafer. This extr
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Absolute_Zero
Absolute_Zero11mo ago
The second pair looks more like the original Gucci horsebit design, which I wouldn't really consider a plus or a minus either way unless that's what you're looking for in particular. Fwiw I like both
doug
doug11mo ago
Yeah The second pair also has a more square toe which I would say is the more ideal look
Bigelow
Bigelow11mo ago
Can't really get loafers for less than what Meermin's offering unless you're willing to go secondhand Beckett Simonon is in a similar price bracket I think you could rock the shit out of some secondhand 1953s tho
raisinpie
raisinpie11mo ago
yeah I thought so but figured Id ask anyway. I had no idea 1953s went so low secondhand, definitely gonna try that route thanks!
Bigelow
Bigelow11mo ago
Probably hard to find at that price but can't hurt to look
raisinpie
raisinpie11mo ago
Just found a pair for $175 lmao That's getting a legit check for sure
Lime
Lime11mo ago
i just bought the oak version of the first one and they are dope second hand loafers are terrifying tho fit wise
awburkey
awburkey11mo ago
Horario and rancourt might be an option in that price range