Posts by imolazhp_ci

Quote:Originally Posted by mediahound Saphir Renovateur is certainly not a polish. It's a conditioner.  it's a cleaner/conditioner, which is technically worse because it has turpentine in it, and while the amounts are trace,...

Quote:Originally Posted by mediahound I dunno, the pamplet that comes with Alden shell cordovans states this:  "Do not use a neutral color polish as it will leave a white film as you wear your cordovan shoes." not true. many people...

Quote:Originally Posted by El Argentino I would splurge for some Saphir Neutral - either cordovan cream (preferred), or wax. Either can be had at Hangar Project. No color change should occur. this. always saphir neutral cordovan...

Quote:Originally Posted by mediahound  Thanks. Yeah, my non commando (neo cork of whatever stock is) soled Indys are holding up exceedingly well. I was curious about getting a commando sole pair but may not now.  i think the only...

Quote:Originally Posted by mediahound Question - does an Alden commando sole wear faster than the stock Neoprene sole on an Indy boot?  in my experience. the alden commando sole is VERY soft. i woke my indy's every day for 1 week on...

Quote:Originally Posted by Alpina Once one gets around to a recrafting, will Alden replace a single leather sole with double?   Go Yankees! alden will now only replace with the original soles. this wasn't always the case.

oxford for the girlfriend for $25? yes please. insane. thats cheaper than forever 21 snot rags.

Quote:Originally Posted by lbcgav Anyone have any recent dealings with B. Nelson? i deal with them at least twice a month. including yesterday. dropped off for $125 or so in regular maintenance between me and my girlfriend.

Quote:Originally Posted by Michigan Planner This is just silly. There is absolutely no comparison in the amount of traction given by well broken-in leather soles (with or without taps) and a shoe or boot with a lugged rubber...

Quote:Originally Posted by mikeharo Thank-you, Wisith. What is the consensus on the forest last? If I wear a 7.5 Indy boot, and am between 8 and 8.5 (8.5 AE 5 last for example, 7.5 Marlows) in everything else, what do you all think?...