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

[runners n jeans]

What's everyone's experience with AE on eBay? I'm still a style noob and have been looking to upgrade my shoes (11.5D)... there looks to be a some nice finds on eBay (i.e., http://www.ebay.com/itm/Allen-Edmon...Men_s_Shoes&hash=item41642c6026#ht_500wt_1287), but I'm still wary.

I was in your boat three months ago (and still am really), and was hesitant to buy used shoes on eBay without knowing how they would really fit. I came across this advice and went with it:

http://www.styleforum.net/t/48486/need-help-with-allen-edmonds-sizing#post_747856


Quote:
With that said, it's all too easy to buy shoes on eBay that you know won't fit the best simply because it's a good deal and you'll reason that you can add insoles, tongue pads, heel pads, double socks, etc. But in the end, $30-$60 on a shoe you won't wear because it doesn't fit is $30-$60 wasted. If you spend that on four pairs of shoes, you could have just gotten one pair that fits well that you'll actually enjoy wearing.

 

[patrick_b]

My replacement Leeds just arrived and after careful inspection, I'm happy to report that there are no noticeable defects. I think I got a damn near perfect pair [of factory 2nds]. It was only when I'd applied a coat of renovateur to my first pair that I noticed the defect (hole). I'll apply a coat of renovateur to them tonight to inspect them even more closely but as far as I can tell, I'll be keeping them.

I'm amazed at how well the #1 last fits me. I wish my shell Macneil fit as well.





The telltale sign of a bargain shopper








This is what was wrong with the first pair:



I picked that pair up myself and missed that defect. Clearly I was blinded by the prospect of inexpensive shell cordovan

.

 

[New Shoes1]

While it does remove some wax, it's fairly insignificant. I find it blends the previous layers of wax more than removing it. Therefore (in)frequent touch ups with renovateur (every couple of weeks for me) serve to keep them looking good for much longer periods without additional wax. I only have to add wax every few months. Most upkeep involves simply using a slightly damp cloth to remove dust/dirt and especially salt in winter followed by brushing.

Saphir's Renomat is a fantastic product that will remove old layers of wax and do so very safely. It keeps the leather soft, supple and does not dry it out. Renomat was not available easily here in the states for a long while but recently Kirby Allison from the Hanger Project started stocking it and (I think) the entire saphir line. I have to say that Renomat and Renovateur are two of the finest shoe care products I've ever used. They are well worth the investment.

I just started using Saphir MDO Wax after sticking to Kiwi Select for years. I'm still not entirely convinced that it's that much better than kiwi however, I like the Renomat/Renovateur products so much, I figure I might as well go "all in" and start using a 100% Saphir regimen. Saphir wax may be something like 500% more expensive than kiwi, but it's still only $10 a tin. That tin will last me a year so it's not much of an investment to switch over.

Thanks for the help.

 

[Winston S.]



Dont forget the new Weave Brown Island Slipper:
http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SFPT202SAB_1_40000000001_-1

Are those goodyear welted with hidden channeling?

 

[Cold Iron]

I was told that the shell Park Aves would be in the mid-400's effective early April for the 90th anniversary celebration. Also, yes, there is usually a Father's day, Memorial day and July 4 sale.

The military exchange price of AE shoes normally reflect sale prices. As soon as I saw this morning that the shell PA were available (thanks to SF!) I requested a quote from the Military Exchange on the black shell PA. Just got a reply from them (they have to get it from AE) and can't beleive the price quoted. This will be the lowest cost shell yet for me. As soon as I got the MilExch reply I called to place the order but the Special Order people only work till 4 CST so have to wait till Monday now.

I've never seen black shell and seldom wear black shoes. But pretty sure I can figure out how to fit a pair into my rotation

Wait, I still don't have any dark brown shell either, hmmm.

 

[bucksfan]



My replacement Leeds just arrived and after careful inspection, I'm happy to report that there are no noticeable defects. I think I got a damn near perfect pair [of factory 2nds]. It was only when I'd applied a coat of renovateur to my first pair that I noticed the defect (hole). I'll apply a coat of renovateur to them tonight to inspect them even more closely but as far as I can tell, I'll be keeping them.

I'm amazed at how well the #1 last fits me. I wish my shell Macneil fit as well.





The telltale sign of a bargain shopper








This is what was wrong with the first pair:



I picked that pair up myself and missed that defect. Clearly I was blinded by the prospect of inexpensive shell cordovan

.

They look great, patrick! Glad it worked out so well for you. Enjoy!

 

[JubeiSpiegel]



My replacement Leeds just arrived and after careful inspection, I'm happy to report that there are no noticeable defects. I think I got a damn near perfect pair [of factory 2nds]. It was only when I'd applied a coat of renovateur to my first pair that I noticed the defect (hole). I'll apply a coat of renovateur to them tonight to inspect them even more closely but as far as I can tell, I'll be keeping them.

I'm amazed at how well the #1 last fits me. I wish my shell Macneil fit as well.





The telltale sign of a bargain shopper

Beautiful shoes, good sir. Looks like AE redeemed themselves...

 

[ncdobson]

Quote:

This is from their catalog:
Broadstreet traditional wingtip - black/white 9003, brown/white 9023, walnut/bone 9033
Hamptons (notice the s at the end to differentiate from loafer you saw) short wingtip - walnut/white 6661
Chris

When I put in "spectator" in the search box on the website before posting here, neither shoe came up. Thanks!

 

[Ayrton]

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF6661_1_40000000001_-1

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF9003_1_40000000001_-1

 

[violethour1951]

Recently found a pair of Cliftons in my size at Nordstrom Rack, always thought they are good looking casual shoes -- little scuffed but nothing a bit of elbow grease can't fix:

 

[Johdus Fanfoozal]

Speaking of Nordstrom Rack, the one by me in Paramus NJ recently got a load of Player's in walnut. Selling for $200.

 

[knezz]

Norwich in cordovan.. In brown cordovan. Interesting. I have brown calf Norwich. They fit ok but I do bettter with lace-ups.

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF2022_1_40000000001_-1

Thoughts?

 

[bucksfan]

I don't fit into the 222 last very well either. I like the prospect of a shell cordovan single monk, but fit is very important. And, shell has less give than calf.

 

[knezz]



I don't fit into the 222 last very well either.  I like the prospect of a shell cordovan single monk, but fit is very important.  And, shell has less give than calf. 

+1
My calf copy fits OK... no great but OK

 

[Johdus Fanfoozal]

Cross posted from "unexpected encounters with celebrities"

So I went to the tiny Allen Edmonds store off Madison Ave. in midtown Manhattan yesterday afternoon to kill some time before meeting the wife for dinner.

In walks Steve Weatherford - the NY Giants punter, who was great in the Super Bowl run. So great that that he got the franchise tag and will be paid $2.5 million a year.

He was really cool with the SA helping him. The SA didn't remember his name, but kept introducing him enthusiastically to his colleagues as "the Giants punter."

I left before he bought anything, but he was trying on something two-toned like the Broadstreet.