Italian brand Duca del Cosma make some of the best golf shoes out there and they are known for their striking, unusual designs. The Dandy might be the most stylish offering in their entire range. Beauty is very much in the eye of the beholder of course, and while they may not appeal to everybody I was smitten from the moment I saw them.
If you prefer a more sporty, trainer type of golf shoe then the Duca del Cosma Kingscup might be more to your taste, but when it comes to a classical looking golf shoe the Dandy ticks all boxes. This is a shoe for those who like to do things a little differently and who are not afraid to stand out on the golf course.
I was so excited to try these shoes and when they arrived I immediately sent photographs of them to all of my golf buddies. The response I got wasn’t favorable but I expected that as none of them have a clue when it comes to golf fashion. They’re all very ‘safe’ and unwilling to step out in anything eye catching.
Not me though. I grew up idolizing the late great Payne Stewart and if plus fours were readily available from high street golf retailers then I’d have a wardrobe full of them. I love the classical look and the Duca del Cosma Dandy is right up my street. Payne himself would surely love these shoes.
Putting the Duca del Cosma Dandy through their paces at Essendon Country Club.
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Everything about the ‘Dandy’ feels luxurious. From the box they come in to the cotton bag used to carry them in. You also get two pairs of laces, one black and one white.
The uppers are made from premium quality soft Italian Nappa leather, while the ARNEFLEX memory foam sole insert gives you a snug, secure feel when you’re walking or hitting shots.
The spikeless sole is designed with 5mm square-shaped nubs, and the Duca “C” is displayed in white. While I’m on the subject, you might want to check out our guide to the best spikeless golf shoes.
The first thing I noted when I took them out of the box was that the shoes were heavier than I was expecting. I don’t know why, I think it was because they looked a little lightweight based on the photographs I’d…
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