The width of the last determines the comfort and performance of your golf shoes

What is the last width?

The width of the shoe last refers to the width of the forefoot part of the shoe, which is usually indicated by letters or numbers. Different brands and regions may have different ways of marking the width of the shoe last. Understanding these differences will help you choose the shoe that best suits you.

American shoe last width marking

Japanese shoe last width indicator

What are 2E/4E? How are they measured?

When choosing golf shoes, the width of the last (i.e. the width of the shoe last) has a great impact on the wearing comfort. Labels such as 2E and 4E are not named randomly, but are measured according to a clear international standard size system .

American shoe last width standard (Brannock System)

The United States uses the Brannock Device as a benchmark to judge the grade of shoe lasts based on "foot length" and "foot circumference".

📌Instructions : As the size changes (such as US 8 / US 10), the corresponding width also varies slightly; the larger the shoe, the wider the standard width.

Japanese shoe last standard (JIS T9101)

Japan adopts the JIS industrial standard, which determines the shoe type by combining the foot length and the foot circumference (the widest part of the sole). The grades include E / 2E / 3E / 4E / F, etc.

Supplement to European and British systems

Although most brands in Europe (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) do not indicate width grades, some brands will add additional notes such as "Wide Fit", "XW" or "XXW", which are usually defined within the brand and there is no unified international standard.

Purchase Recommendations Summary

• If you feel pressure on the forefoot when wearing standard shoes (D), it is recommended to upgrade to 2E
• If 2E still feels uncomfortable or has hallux valgus problem, you can consider 4E style
• If you are walking or playing for a long time, it is recommended to choose a shoe last that matches your foot circumference to avoid rubbing your feet or blocking blood circulation.

How to choose the appropriate last width?

• Understand your foot shape: measure the width of the widest part of the sole and refer to the size comparison chart of each brand.
• Trying on is king: trying on the shoes actually gives you the most direct feeling of how well they fit.
• Consider the thickness of your socks: Wearing socks of varying thickness can affect how your shoes fit.
• Pay attention to brand differences: The width of the lasts of different brands may be different, so please pay special attention.

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