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Beckett Simonon Morgen Trainer Review: A High-Quality GAT

Published on April 15, 2022 by Graham · Product Reviews, Shoes May contain affiliate links (what's this?)

In this hands-on review, we’ll take a look at Beckett Simonon’s Morgen Trainer to help you decide if it’s worth buying.

Table of Contents

  • Quick Take
  • About Beckett Simonon
  • Review of the Beckett Simonon Morgen Trainer
    • Quality and Comfort
    • Style
  • Questions About Beckett Simonon
    • Is Beckett Simonon a Luxury Brand?
    • Where Is Beckett Simonon Based?
    • Who Owns Beckett Simonon?
  • My Recommendation
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Beckett Simonon is a brand known for making stylish, high-quality shoes. The Morgen Trainer is their take on the classic German Army Trainer (GAT). It looks great, but is it worth buying? That’s what this review aims to answer.

Quick Take

Beckett Simonon’s Morgen Trainer is a good-looking, comfortable, and high-quality shoe. At a price of around $160, it’s not cheap. However, the high-quality materials used and the shoe’s style and durability justify the price.

Pros

  • Made from high-quality materials
  • They look great

Cons

  • It’s a leather sneaker so it’s not vegan-friendly
  • May be too expensive for some guys

Click here to check out Beckett Simonon’s Morgen Trainer, or read on for the full review.

About Beckett Simonon

Beckett Simonon has an awesome mission. Long story short, they saw the flaws with how traditional shoe production and sales worked, so they decided to do things differently.

We believe in the power of well-made products which make you look and feel your best, even if you just want to take a walk. Products you can wear year after year, and repair rather than replace.

From the Beckett Simonon website

They sell made-to-order shoes using high-quality materials. Because the shoes are made to order, they can sell them for a fair price and save materials along the way.

Their website has the full story, and it’s worth reading.

Review of the Beckett Simonon Morgen Trainer

Let’s get to the review!

Quality and Comfort

The quality of these shoes is fantastic. They’re made from full-grain Italian leather, and they feel very durable.

Beckett Simonon materials

You’ll find a pair of additional laces, an insertable insole, and black dust covers for each shoe in the box.

The dust covers are great if you’re traveling and need to pack the Morgen Trainers in your suitcase or duffel bag.

Beckett Simonon spare laces

The Morgen Trainers are very comfortable. Even after wearing them all day, my feet aren’t sore. They offer good support without feeling overly cushiony.

While the inside has just enough cushioning, the outside feels smooth and strong.

Style

The Morgen Trainers really capture the classic 70s German Army Trainer look. GAT’s are minimal but have a unique design that makes them stand out a little more than standard minimal sneakers like the Beckett Simonon Reid.

Beckett Simonon Morgen Trainers 2

Because they’re a minimal sneaker, you can wear them with pretty much anything. Jeans, chinos, and khakis all look great with these shoes.

They are casual shoes so I wouldn’t recommend wearing them with a suit, but they look perfect with most casual outfits.

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If you’re wearing them with shorts, it’s a good idea to wear no-show socks for a clean look.

Questions About Beckett Simonon

Here are the answers to some common questions about Beckett Simonon.

Is Beckett Simonon a Luxury Brand?

Beckett Simonon isn’t a luxury brand. They’re a high-quality direct-to-consumer brand.

Where Is Beckett Simonon Based?

Beckett Simonon is based in Bogotá, Colombia which is also where their products are made.

Who Owns Beckett Simonon?

Beckett Simonon is owned by co-founders Nicholas Hurtado and Andres Nino.

My Recommendation

The Morgen Trainers are definitely worth the price. They’re a premium leather sneaker that looks great and should last years if properly cared for.

These shoes are perfect for guys who want a high-quality, stylish, minimal leather sneaker that won’t break the bank. They are real leather, so they’re not good for vegan consumers.

Overall, Beckett Simonon’s Morgen Trainers definitely have The Modest Man seal of approval.

Questions? Comments? Leave them below!

Product Reviews, Shoes Beckett Simonon, GATs, german army trainers, Leather sneakers

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About Graham

Graham is a writer, musician and the Director of Operations at The Modest Man. He likes creating, managing and sharing helpful content with the TMM audience.

Background: Graham Romero is originally from the southeastern United States, but he's lived in some different cities while building his career as a remote digital marketer. In his spare time, Graham likes to spend time outside with loved ones, produce music, and build and repair guitars.

Expertise: Graham handles operations for The Modest Man and The Slender Wrist. He likes finding and reviewing high-quality products from ethical brands. Graham has collaborated with brands like Pact, Allbirds, Thursday Boots, Level8, Darn Tough and Dr. Squatch.

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