Last Thursday I had occasion to patronize an establishment I’ve driven by many times but never entered, Melfe’s Shoes, 64 Central Ave., Ilion.
Melfe’s is a full service store that carries a good selection of work boots and also offers shoe repair. My mission was to obtain steel-toed work boots for my new job at Remington Arms. The staff at Melfe’s is quite familiar with our shoe allowance and happy to work with us to meet our needs.
Fourteen people, two of us females, were hired at the same time. We did not have to purchase our work shoes at Melfe’s, as long as they were safety shoes, but most of us did. We needed them by 7 a.m. the next morning, so a large group invaded the store late in the afternoon. The staff was not fazed in the least.
I always like it better when someone brings me my size and can tell me about the shoe and make a recommendation. For kick-around shoes or something I’m only going to wear for a few hours, I’m quite competent to make my own selections. For running shoes and work shoes, I like to consult an expert.
I was delighted to discover that steel toes also come in sneakers. Vicki helped me select two pairs that kept me within my allowance. She told us if we had any problems with the shoes we should bring them back, as they also offer shoe repair. I asked if they did other leather repair. I have a purse with a broken strap. Vicki was not sure but invited me to bring the purse in to be looked at.
I have not done that yet, but I will. I want to check out what else Melfe’s has to offer. Another excellent business in the Mohawk Valley. For more information, you can call them at 315-894-4049.
Mohawk Valley Girl 