How to Make a Last
A last is a generalized anatomical representation of the human foot shape. Created from a data set and functional requirements specific to a sport, a desired look, or an athlete, a master last is created from which production copies can be made. Production lasts are made from either turned (lathed) plastic, or sandcast aluminum. The Last is First.
Click the Read More link below for a review of the processes involved in making both plastic and aluminum lasts.
Part 1 > Making a plastic Last
Part 2 > Making an aluminum last
2 Comments:
i have always wondered where the actual last data is derived from, could you explain that? like if you were to create a last from scratch, how id that done?
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many times a last is developed from an existing last. it may be modified to suit a particular athlete/fit/look desired.
i've never really created a last from "scratch", so cant really comment on this. I'd assume that most of the time, there would be some sort of basic data existing to start from, perhaps a brand's standards for a particular type of shoe, and then the data points would be adjusted to achieve the whatever is needed.
it is also possible to create a last from "scratch" from scans of a foot, or other by other methods such as casts. i know this is often done when creating bespoke footwear for certain pro athletes.
R
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