The Shell Cordovan, non-Alden Shoe and Boot Thread

[jhcam8]



Goyser Goodness. I really like the unfinished leather edges.

Me too - a unique look.

 

[Beatlegeuse]

Nettleton PTBs.

 

[NAMOR]



loafers dont fit. they can be yours for $275

 

[Joenobody0]



loafers dont fit. they can be yours for $275

I have a pair of these. They are much more forgiving of a high arch than the Alden LHS. If you haven't been able to pick up a shell loafer due to the Van last, you should give these shoes a try.

 

[nate10184]

These vintage Church's for Brooks Brothers were by far the best I've come across:

BEFORE

AFTER

I've also sold a fair number of C&J for Ralph Lauren:

And Paraboot for BB:

 

[Dr Lee]

Have you ever seen this pair before? It is Cheaney X Yamane Deluxe shell boots. I believe it was only available in Japan.

 

[isshinryu101]



These vintage Church's for Brooks Brothers were by far the best I've come across:
BEFORE

AFTER

HA! excellent example of the leather from days long past. Very nice work on the shine up, as well.

 

[VRaivio]

^^...but such a shame that the eyelets have metal rings. These don't go so well with suits.

 

[isshinryu101]



^^...but such a shame that the eyelets have metal rings. These don't go so well with suits.

sez who???? Big, Classic, Metal eyelets + Suit + Big Cajones = Lookin' Good!

 

[teddieriley]



These vintage Church's for Brooks Brothers were by far the best I've come across:

These are sweet. I want.

 

[jhcam8]

^ yeah, cool welting.

 

[NAMOR]

I'm really loving this shoe. Fit is great, the cordovan is a buttery smooth caramel and the last fits my feet perfectly. And none of this rolling waves of cordovan vamp creasing. I really lucked out with this pair

 

[jhcam8]

Looks great w/the socks. Are they DB's?

 

[NAMOR]



Looks great w/the socks. Are they DB's?

Thanks J. Db as in Duckie brown? Then yes. Great pair of shoooz

 

[forex]

Did anyone notice that CJ cordovan is much rougher than Alden cordovan? My alden cordovans mold to my feet and fit like gloves whereas CJ cordovans are substantially rougher, I don't know if it is the double sole or any other construction feature, CJs don't feel as comfortable as Aldens.