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Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster 

I think what Mac provides for this thread, aside from the standard for shell care, the wonderful pics of an awesome collection, and the simple words of congratulations and encouragement of our newest additions to our Alden collections, is a level of class and civility.  He does in fact offer advice to questions regarding size, care, appropriate use of particular styles and shell colors, and other inquiries.  However, the simplicity of his entries and the lack of emotional/rash response helps to keep us grounded in decency.  I've gone back and read posts from years ago (presumably before Mac became a regular here) and was shocked to read the number of rude, obnoxious, profane, and abusive attacks people would make.  I'm not saying he is completely responsible for the absence of those types of posts, but he certainly helps to set the tone of calm and civil discourse.  I've seen very little of the mean-spirited back and forth recently.  I've seen some instances where some have tried to get Mac to add to the insults and humiliation of others on posts, but he has never sunk that low (at least as far back as I have read).  While I am pretty new to posting and interacting here, I've been reading for more than a year now.  This is what I find most valuable about Mac's contributions.

Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster 

I think what Mac provides for this thread, aside from the standard for shell care, the wonderful pics of an awesome collection, and the simple words of congratulations and encouragement of our newest additions to our Alden collections, is a level of class and civility.  He does in fact offer advice to questions regarding size, care, appropriate use of particular styles and shell colors, and other inquiries.  However, the simplicity of his entries and the lack of emotional/rash response helps to keep us grounded in decency.  I've gone back and read posts from years ago (presumably before Mac became a regular here) and was shocked to read the number of rude, obnoxious, profane, and abusive attacks people would make.  I'm not saying he is completely responsible for the absence of those types of posts, but he certainly helps to set the tone of calm and civil discourse.  I've seen very little of the mean-spirited back and forth recently.  I've seen some instances where some have tried to get Mac to add to the insults and humiliation of others on posts, but he has never sunk that low (at least as far back as I have read).  While I am pretty new to posting and interacting here, I've been reading for more than a year now.  This is what I find most valuable about Mac's contributions.

Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster 

I think what Mac provides for this thread, aside from the standard for shell care, the wonderful pics of an awesome collection, and the simple words of congratulations and encouragement of our newest additions to our Alden collections, is a level of class and civility.  He does in fact offer advice to questions regarding size, care, appropriate use of particular styles and shell colors, and other inquiries.  However, the simplicity of his entries and the lack of emotional/rash response helps to keep us grounded in decency.  I've gone back and read posts from years ago (presumably before Mac became a regular here) and was shocked to read the number of rude, obnoxious, profane, and abusive attacks people would make.  I'm not saying he is completely responsible for the absence of those types of posts, but he certainly helps to set the tone of calm and civil discourse.  I've seen very little of the mean-spirited back and forth recently.  I've seen some instances where some have tried to get Mac to add to the insults and humiliation of others on posts, but he has never sunk that low (at least as far back as I have read).  While I am pretty new to posting and interacting here, I've been reading for more than a year now.  This is what I find most valuable about Mac's contributions.

Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster 

I think what Mac provides for this thread, aside from the standard for shell care, the wonderful pics of an awesome collection, and the simple words of congratulations and encouragement of our newest additions to our Alden collections, is a level of class and civility.  He does in fact offer advice to questions regarding size, care, appropriate use of particular styles and shell colors, and other inquiries.  However, the simplicity of his entries and the lack of emotional/rash response helps to keep us grounded in decency.  I've gone back and read posts from years ago (presumably before Mac became a regular here) and was shocked to read the number of rude, obnoxious, profane, and abusive attacks people would make.  I'm not saying he is completely responsible for the absence of those types of posts, but he certainly helps to set the tone of calm and civil discourse.  I've seen very little of the mean-spirited back and forth recently.  I've seen some instances where some have tried to get Mac to add to the insults and humiliation of others on posts, but he has never sunk that low (at least as far back as I have read).  While I am pretty new to posting and interacting here, I've been reading for more than a year now.  This is what I find most valuable about Mac's contributions.

Originally Posted by mexicutioner 

mac and i have pretty different taste in shoes (aside from the fact that we both wear aldens) but you gotta respect the fact that his mac method has become the de facto SOP for shell care.
plus i like the fact that he always lets us know that yes, his socks do indeed go over the calf.

Originally Posted by grendel 

Speaking of socks... The pics here usually have really nice argyle socks. What's a good place to get said socks (to wear with my Aldens, to keep this on topic)?

Originally Posted by FrankCowperwood 

In my brief time on this thread, I've always been happy to see Mac's posts. If you don't feel he contributes, then you can block his posts from your feed. I'm not saying this to be combative or to provoke, just as a practical suggestion that would save us the need to discuss a member's merits unnecessarily, in my view, and while he isn't even here.
For a photo, here's a not terribly good shot of the #8 LHS I picked up at the Nettleton Shop a few weeks ago. Been wearing them around the office for a slow break-in, and the Van last in 11D seems to be working out well so far.

Originally Posted by LeatherSOUL 

If any Alden fans in the LA area want to grab a beer tomorrow night, we'll be at the Fat Dog on Fairfax around 7pm.

Originally Posted by Johdus Fanfoozal 

Mac saved my life, you know.
Thirty years ago. I was knifed at a bazaar in Calcutta, and he carried me to the hospital on his back.

Originally Posted by NAMOR 

love this look. how did you size your pair? tts or size down? this pair isnt from BB is it?

Originally Posted by Kashiwa 

Very nice loafers Frank Cowperwood! Tried that same loafer (Van 11D) on here in Tokyo. Too small.......indeed too small to even get a bead on the Van.