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post #10756 of 53545
2/23/11 at 1:45pm
Anyone here from the Portland area willing to act as a proxy for me in regard to the Winn Perry sale?
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post #10757 of 53545
2/23/11 at 1:48pm
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Where? How's the sizing on those compared to Alden? Ie., do they also run a half size large?

ebay.

I don't mean to say deals like that are particularly easy to find or very common. but they are out there if you are very patient and/or aren't in a big hurry. of course, you often need to be nearly as patient to be a cigar or ravello style in the style you want, which is why I would advice buying one of those if you can
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post #10758 of 53545
2/23/11 at 3:34pm
Does anyone know how much more length and width (in inches) are added for every half size up in the Barrie last? Assuming a constant width of D.
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post #10759 of 53545
2/23/11 at 4:07pm
Does anyone know how to size a Florsheim x Duckie Brown longwing in comparison to a Barrie lasted longwing?
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post #10760 of 53545
2/23/11 at 4:39pm
Does anyone have the Leather Soul Snuff suede Hampton wingtip they could post pictures of. I am debating on adding it ot my pre-order. thanks.
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post #10761 of 53545
2/23/11 at 4:54pm
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Does anyone know how to size a Florsheim x Duckie Brown longwing in comparison to a Barrie lasted longwing?

Pretty similar sizing. The DB being slightly narrower than the same size Barrie.
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post #10762 of 53545
2/23/11 at 5:15pm
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Does anyone know how much more length and width (in inches) are added for every half size up in the Barrie last? Assuming a constant width of D.


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just ordered a tan unlined suede chukka from the SF Alden store. didn't catch his name, but the guy on the phone was super nice to talk to and very helpful.

i asked him some general questions about last variation and fit. he told me there is a 3/16" difference between between widths (i.e. a D is 3/16" wider than an C, and an E is 3/16" wider than a D). also, for the barrie last, as 8.5E is wider than a 9D. he also said told me that a 9D leydon would very fit similar to a 9C barrie. i've had a tough time with finding the right combo of proper heel fit and proper toe fit in barrie lasted shoes, and haven't tried on a C, so that was interesting to hear.

also, i think i'll be putting my AF32s in 9E that i got from Alden of Carmel (http://www.alden-of-carmel.com/index...do_Sole_88.htm) up for sale soon. so nice and a perfect shoe for my style, they are just a bit too roomy and thus i don't wear as often as i should. thought i'd toss it out here first.


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Does anyone know how to size a Florsheim x Duckie Brown longwing in comparison to a Barrie lasted longwing?

Infidel!
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post #10763 of 53545
2/23/11 at 5:31pm
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Infidel!

I know, but sometimes a deal is too good to pass up. With so many pairs of Alden's (and three more on the way), gotta mix it up once in a while.
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post #10764 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:01pm
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Does anyone know how much more length and width (in inches) are added for every half size up in the Barrie last? Assuming a constant width of D.

I believe it's 3/16" but don't quote me on that.
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post #10765 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:11pm
Anyone interested in parting with color 8 lhs loafers size 8.5D give me a holler.
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post #10766 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:18pm
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Anyone interested in parting with color 8 lhs loafers size 8.5D give me a holler.

Would you consider a 9C?
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post #10767 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:22pm
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Would you consider a 9C?

Although the width probably would be good, they might be a bit long. 8.5D fits perfect, so I would hate to deviate, but thanks for responding.
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post #10768 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:26pm
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#8 is different than burgundy shell used by most other brands. however, I'm not sure that makes it better, it just makes it different.
I couldn't disagree more. Have you ever seen some other burgundy shoe wear/patina as well as Alden Cordovan Color 8? Color 8 is clearly superior. Just see all the numerous blog posts about vintage Alden Color 8 shoes and how they patina so wonderfully. It's practically legendary.
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post #10769 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:34pm
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I couldn't disagree more. Have you ever seen some other burgundy shoe wear/patina as well as Alden Cordovan Color 8? Color 8 is clearly superior. Just see all the numerous blog posts about vintage Alden Color 8 shoes and how they patina so wonderfully. It's practically legendary.

yes

Color 8 is not some magical unicorn of a color that patina's while other colors won't

below is a picture of 4 shoes of varying ages that were originally burgundy. the PTB, longwing, and loafer are all vintage. look at the color on the loafer compared to the others.

another shot below



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post #10770 of 53545
2/23/11 at 6:46pm
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I know, but sometimes a deal is too good to pass up. With so many pairs of Alden's (and three more on the way), gotta mix it up once in a while.

zappos?
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