Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

[Fabian43]



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Is there an Independence Day sale?

Yes there is, $100 off independence seconds

 

[dmass1]

http://www.styleforum.net/t/221940/allen-edmonds-park-avenue-vs-strand/90

Anybody know the color and material of the fifth ave on this page? To me it looks much lighter than the dark brown calf but darker than the walnut calf... Is it dark brown shell?

 

[Fabian43]



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What the heck? I just ordered a pair in burgundy. That can't be passed up!

How do these fit? TTS? I'm a 10D on brannick and 10 D in a strand. Should I stay with a 10D?

 

[ScottyBoy920]

How do these fit? TTS? I'm a 10D on brannick and 10 D in a strand. Should I stay with a 10D?

I believe they are still on the 5 last (like the strand). This was confirmed on the FAQ page for the item. Hopefully thats the case.

 

[tietherope]

Ordered a few pairs From Jos. A. Bank. Only needed to find a parcel service in Buffalo, set up an account, and add a secondary address to my credit card. Worth it (and the subsequent 4 hours round trip) if it does not get canceled.

 

[MZhammer]

I believe they are still on the 5 last (like the strand). This was confirmed on the FAQ page for the item. Hopefully thats the case.

It seems that they are on the 8 last. I called my local AE and they said the 8 is as close to the 5 as it gets and people generally wear the same size.
Ordered a few of the Nathans, hopefully they work like my 5 lasts!

 

[AdamAdam]

How do these fit? TTS? I'm a 10D on brannick and 10 D in a strand. Should I stay with a 10D?

I'm wondering the same. At this price I'll pull the trigger and see if it's a pricing mistake. I'm a 7.5E (could be EE) on the 5 last and 8E on the 1 last. Any ideas on the 8 lasted Nathan?

 

[Kave]

How does the 8 last fit compared to the 4 last?

 

[AdamAdam]

It seems that they are on the 8 last. I called my local AE and they said the 8 is as close to the 5 as it gets and people generally wear the same size.
Ordered a few of the Nathans, hopefully they work like my 5 lasts!

In the Q&A for the Nathan it says that they are build on the Fifth Ave last which would be 5. Anyone know for sure?

 

[AdamAdam]

In the Q&A for the Nathan it says that they are build on the Fifth Ave last which would be 5. Anyone know for sure?

If you go to the third photo for the Nathan (http://www.josbank.com/menswear/shop/Product_11001_10050_299318) and mouse-over to zoom in you can see the last digit of the model number is an 8. In the AAAC thread it indicated that this number is the last. Does this mean 8 last even thought the responded from JAB indicates it's on the 5?

 

[MoneyWellSpent]

I believe they are still on the 5 last (like the strand). This was confirmed on the FAQ page for the item. Hopefully thats the case.

It seems that they are on the 8 last. I called my local AE and they said the 8 is as close to the 5 as it gets and people generally wear the same size.
Ordered a few of the Nathans, hopefully they work like my 5 lasts!

In the Q&A for the Nathan it says that they are build on the Fifth Ave last which would be 5. Anyone know for sure?

They are on the 8-last.

 

[Subutai]

Alden does a great job with shell, and definitely puts a different finish on it than other makers. However, I wouldn't make your buying decision completely based on the level of shine out of the box. Shell can shine well, but most importantly it shines differently. One of the best things about shell cordovan is its ease of care after the first few wears. Yes, in the beginning you will need to do a bit of brushing, combined with a damp paper towel or rag (or begin cold iron's regimen). But, after that all it takes is a quick wipe down and brush and they look great.

I have the 3 you are considering, in fact I have the Leeds in both black and burgundy shell. If you dislike the pointy toe on the 7 last then look to the Cambridge instead of the MacNeil. I'd focus instead on fit and comfort. The reality is that any cordovan shoe will require about the same care after the first few wearings - it's only the are in the beginning that's materially different (Alden vs everyone else).

I concur. About a month or so back I got a pair of Burgundy Shell Cordovan Dalton seconds from the shoebank. There was a minor scratch, nothing visible. I love these boots. Way better than my calf Daltons. Oh, if only all my shoes were Shell.

Warning! Shell is very addictive and dangerous... It is like heroin... Once you have a taste, you can't stop.

I own only three shell cordovan shoes: burgundy Daltons, black Leeds, and burgundy MacNeils. I'm wearing the Daltons right now. If one of the six 14AA-sized people in the world broke into my house and stole all my shoes, the first ones I'd replace would be the Leeds (in burgundy). Nothing shows off shell like a PTB, and they don't draw attention except to those in the know... I kind of like that about them.

Some great advice, thank you. I am aware and very scared of the addictive qualities of shell.

I appreciate the insights; will post pics once purchased.


Additionally....just heard that my AE MTO should be ready in a few days. I am one of the few that went with a non-shell cordovan order as well. Hope to be able to post some pics of those as well!

 

[samadhi27]

fantastic deal

 

[AdamAdam]

They are on the 8-last.

Thanks for the confirmation. I only have 5 and 1 last shoes. Any idea how the 8 compares?

 

[Aidan K]

Welp, one of each colour purchased... Hopefully can recoup some of the expense selling a pair if necessary, but couldnt pass up the deal.