Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - Page 881

Originally Posted by bucksfan 

 

Glad it worked out for you!  The JAB shoe trees are the same as AE, Woodlore, Nordstrom, etc. and JAB puts them on sale the most of everywhere I think.  

 

Seconds are a crapshoot, quite honestly.  You pay significantly less than full retail for first quality, and it seems a lot of the time, the "defects" are not noticeable at all.  Seconds are simply shoes for which the manufacturer would not feel comfortable charging full retail price, due to any number of issues that might crop up in the raw materials or during the manufacturing process.  

 

Sometimes, the defects do not matter (see comments above about discoloration on the tongue of a boot, or small creases on the vamp, where the shoes will crease anyway).  One of my pair of seconds for example has the insole upside down (in other words, no "Allen Edmonds" on it - just blank).  By the same token, I have seen or tried on other seconds where the defect was quite noticeable, and prevented me from buying the shoes.  It seems with the Wolverine boots, most were in pretty good shape, with a couple of them having problems too large to warrant purchasing, even at the discount.  Good luck with yours and let us know how you fare!  

 

 

Good point - maybe I need to discuss that with them   

 

On a related point, I trust my comments and few "heads-up" posts on this thread haven't been an issue with anyone here; as I hope you can see, I am a fan of the brand and of my favorite SAs and outlet; and have no ulterior motive other than to support them.  

Originally Posted by Cold Iron 

Yes the premium polish has cream in it so would darken a bit faster than just wax. The suggestion to clean them first is to allow the wax or cream have a better "bite" or purchase into the leather. The Krause surface is smooth but the area in the end of the leather that holds the eyelets is exposed like end grain in wood. Mine are brighter raspberry color than the rest of the shoe along the end grain of the leather. That area and along the top of the boot which is exposed will likely absorb anything you use at a faster and at a different rate. But I think the look will be good when it is done. Good luck!

Originally Posted by clarksdb 


Yes they are indeed comfortable and very versatile if your wardrobe consists of odd trousers and dress shirts.
Haha I gotta be careful! Any update on your AE purchase progress? I recall you were trying to find Cliftons in your size from the Shoe Bank.
From what I have heard the Elgin fits a half size large. So maybe that is why you are finding them a tad long. Maybe post pictures of you wearing them as well so people can evaluate the fit.
Those look nice, especially for the price.

Originally Posted by GentlemanJohnny 

First off, thanks Bucksfan for the sale notification...got 4 pairs of shoe trees for about the cost of 1 pair (plus some other stuff for my winter wardrobe).

 

Second, based on the positive mentions from this thread I went ahead and contacted the Jeffersonville outlet and they said they'd be receiving a Krause boot in 7D in about a week...I know that size doesn't apply to most of you but it might also mean that they're getting other sizes, too.  In case you were wondering.

 

Also, they quoted me a very low price...I'll just say it was below $200...that's about half of what it seems to be going for new (http://wingtip.com/product/wolverine/krause-boot/37459)...I know they offer really good deals on seconds (based on what I inferred from this thread) but does that seem too low to some of you?  Should I expect a bunch of blemishes or misplaced stitching?  I know a lot of you guys purchased really good seconds from this venue so I'm hoping that this isn't too good to be true...

 

~Johnny

Originally Posted by zinc2162 


I haven't had a chance to contact the Shoe Bank yet. Still trying to figure out the size first.

Originally Posted by GentlemanJohnny 

Second, based on the positive mentions from this thread I went ahead and contacted the Jeffersonville outlet and they said they'd be receiving a Krause boot in 7D in about a week...I know that size doesn't apply to most of you but it might also mean that they're getting other sizes, too.  In case you were wondering.

 

~Johnny

Originally Posted by adsmith4 

Just went by my local AE outlet to pick up a pair of shoes I had to swap. While I was there, I ran across a pair of Amok's in my size in the tan suede. Key me say, the pictures on the website don't do it justice. Needless to say, I picked these up as well, can't beat $99 for these. Also, they had a pair of Bayfields on the shelf, priced at $167. I have always liked these just by seeing pictures posted here so I had them order a pair in my size. If you're interested in an all weather pair of boots, I would definitely recommend calling since they are now discontinued.

Originally Posted by MoneyWellSpent 

Mind if I ask which outlet this is?

Originally Posted by adsmith4 

Just went by my local AE outlet to pick up a pair of shoes I had to swap. While I was there, I ran across a pair of Amok's in my size in the tan suede. Key me say, the pictures on the website don't do it justice. Needless to say, I picked these up as well, can't beat $99 for these. Also, they had a pair of Bayfields on the shelf, priced at $167. I have always liked these just by seeing pictures posted here so I had them order a pair in my size. If you're interested in an all weather pair of boots, I would definitely recommend calling since they are now discontinued.

Originally Posted by clarksdb 


Oh alright. Yep sizing is very important. Jeez, before wearing quality shoes I would have never thought that. I mean I was always under the false impression that if it fits good enough then it's fine. Well I was wrong, I have already adjusted my AE size a couple of times. Though it's not too big of a worry because even after you have worn them few times and you realize they don't fit well you can sell them here for a minimal loss.
I just find it difficult to walk in to Harry Rosen to get properly fitted for AE and then later tell them oh yeah I'm not going to be buying them. They work on commission which makes it even more difficult. I've already been to Harry Rosen three times to get fitted in the past. One associate told me I was 10.5 EEE (way too big), another told me 10D (pretty good, though could be 1/2 inch more snug), and now recently the last one told me 9.5D. We will see when they arrive how they fit...I have a feeling 9.5E might have been better though, especially if I want to close my balmoral laces. It is also pretty hard to gauge the correct size when trying on in store for just a couple minutes. Overall, the whole Harry Rosen experience is awkward and hence I wish AE opens a store in Toronto.
EDIT: Found out you already own AE. Still maintain though that sizing correctly is a pain!

Originally Posted by zinc2162 


I had been to Harry Rosen once to get fitted. I tried on both 8.5D and 9D on the park avenue. 8.5D was too tight on the left foot so I went with 9D. I didn't buy the shoes from Harry Rosen though.  Now that I have wore my strand couple of times, although the 9D is fine, I feel that 8.5E would probably be better. The Cliftons on the other hand is on a different last. I would want to make sure I got the perfect size this time. But yes, the Harry Rosen experience was awkward to me too.

Originally Posted by Cold Iron 

Yes I think it should work well for you in 12D. I am a 10D on the 1 and 5 last with very little gap on most shoes on the 5 (especially shell), right foot is brannock 10D and left is 10.5D. In addition I have a very low volume foot. A little bit shy of D but I'm no longer a C any more, and the 10.5 is just shy also. The 744 LTD in 10D fits me about as perfectly as you can get. And is a great choice IMO.

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Those AE for RL boots that bucksfan posted are also starting to look good. Can't believe I am even considering a panel boot. I really need to stay off this thread....