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Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,207 reviewed · 187 listed · Scored from 40 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(40) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Residential Locksmith
ShoeLock Holmes
Service
Residential Locksmith
Reviews
40

What recent reviews say

Ronnie's cobbler work draws loyal customers who praise his skill and straightforward advice; he often declines jobs he doubts he can do well. Most reviewers report reliable, fairly-priced repairs of Birkenstocks and leather shoes. One customer had serious safety issues with a vibram sole replacement and faced unpredictable hours and higher-than-quoted pricing.

Praised for
  • honest professional appraisal
  • skilled workmanship
  • patient and kind service
  • reasonable pricing
  • owner expertise and passion
Watch-outs
  • vibram sole slipped on wet floors
  • pricing inconsistency ($75 vs $100)
  • unpredictable opening hours
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Best for: Shoe owners seeking honest repair advice and Birkenstock specialist work
Think twice if: Vibram soles may not grip wet floors safely; confirm hours and pricing by phone before visiting

Strengths

  • Ronnie's expert eye and honest refusals save customers money
  • Skilled Birkenstock and designer shoe repairs
  • Reasonable pricing compared to official brands

Worth knowing

  • Owner is Ronnie, a multi-decade cobbler recognised as an Orchard Road icon
  • Specialises in Birkenstock restoration and designer shoe repairs
  • Offers same-day rush work (with advance notice preferred)
  • Often declines jobs he judges unsafe or beyond his capability
  • Vibram sole replacements quoted at $75 but at least one customer charged $100
  • Opening hours are published but at least one customer found the shop unexpectedly closed at stated opening time

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.53 average across the 144 residential locksmith businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 59% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 84
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Ronnie repair my Birkenstocks the same day?
Same-day work may be possible with advance notice, though Ronnie prefers a heads-up call first. Rush jobs depend on his current workload.
What should I know about vibram sole replacements?
Vibram soles are reportedly more durable than originals but do not grip wet floors well. Review coverage shows conflicting pricing ($75 vs $100) and one customer reported dangerous slipping on wet surfaces.
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Last updated 2026-08-23