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post #40111 of 51593

12/31/12 at 5:38pm

OfficeLinebacke

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcibiades

For me, Aberdeen in 10E is the best fitting last.
Cigar NST on Aberdeen from Alden NYC

I did about a triple take when I saw these as I thought they were some kind of novelty gold lame' show for New Year's.

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post #40112 of 51593

12/31/12 at 5:43pm

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Originally Posted by REguy

In my experience, the Aberdeen tassels are a tricky fit. The Aberdeen varies to begin with depending on style/material, and the slip on makes it more difficult since they need to be snug enough so you don't get excessive heel slippage. My advice would be 11D, but find a store that carries them or order from a place with a generous return policy.

I go with my regular aberdeen size but down one width.

post #40113 of 51593

12/31/12 at 6:00pm

mcarthur

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Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster

Uncle, I have appreciated all of your suggestions and feedback throughout the year. And I certainly wouldn't question SevenFold's wisdom or motives. He has also helped me quite a bit with past purchases and all things Alden. I was just having a little fun with the good counselor. You both are greatly appreciated along with several others here.

Thank you all for allowing me to be a part of this warm and friendly Alden-SF family. I wish everyone here a prosperous and healthy year. Happy New Year, and wear them in good health gentlemen!

nephew,
happy and healthy new year

post #40114 of 51593

12/31/12 at 6:04pm

mcarthur

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Originally Posted by borderline

Contemplating a "no new Aldens for 2013" pledge...though I only acquired two new pair in 2012: the Unionmade Brown Alpine Grain longwings that just arrived

and the Chromexcel Chukka boots that I'm still selling (see sig).

Two isn't so bad, but there were several other shoe purchases in 2012 and now I think I need to scale back. Well, at least stop buying...

nephew,
wear in good health

post #40115 of 51593

12/31/12 at 6:06pm

mcarthur

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Burton

Ancient mathematicians were stumped by the problem of trying to square the circle - we have Alden lasts and sizing to keep us busy. I fear that the answer to both questions is the same.
I was hopeful my shell monks would arrive today, but, alas, I fear not.
Happy New Year everyone.

nephew,
which color did you order?

post #40116 of 51593

12/31/12 at 6:08pm

Dr. D

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Quote:

Originally Posted by aw82

Can someone tell me how the Aberdeen last Tassel Loafers ("Tassel Moccasin") fit? I've noticed there seems to regularly be a pair or two close to my size on eBay. I wear an 11D Park Avenue but often size up to an 11.5D for more casual shoes (I just bought a pair of 11.5D suede AE Player's).

Thanks in advance!

The best thing about the aberdeen last is that you can easily try them yourself at Brooks Brothers. They should have several sizes and widths in stock to give you an idea if it will work for you because it is a narrow last. Finding multiple size and width combinations of barrie, hampton, grant, etc in stock are not easy to find, especially if you are not near NYC, DC, SF or Norwalk, CT.

post #40117 of 51593

12/31/12 at 7:11pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mcarthur

nephew,
wear in good health

Thanks Mac! Hey, did you guys see this from Steve Martin!

https://twitter.com/SteveMartinToGo/status/285788854844280832/photo/1

Happy New Year everyone!

post #40118 of 51593

12/31/12 at 7:16pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by borderline

Thanks Mac! Hey, did you guys see this from Steve Martin!

https://twitter.com/SteveMartinToGo/status/285788854844280832/photo/1
Happy New Year everyone!

nephew,
i am not on this email list
to conservative for me (hahaha)

post #40119 of 51593

12/31/12 at 8:33pm

thebeebs

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Happy New Year to all my Alden "nephews," and best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous 2013 -- wear in good health!

post #40120 of 51593

12/31/12 at 8:48pm

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We are very close to securing this order. Please PM me if interested. Thanks to all the SF members who have signed on so far.

post #40121 of 51593

12/31/12 at 8:50pm

Michael Haines

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Originally Posted by PhiPsi32

Gentlemen, Happy New Year! I am still looking for two or three more people interested in doing a Kudu Indy boot on the Modified last. Speed hooks, cork-neo sole, antique edge, and close heel. The estimated price is $565 plus shipping from Moulded Shoe.

We are very close to securing this order. Please PM me if interested. Thanks to all the SF members who have signed on so far.

I for one am very excited about this boot

post #40122 of 51593

12/31/12 at 9:27pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mcarthur

nephew,
which color did you order?[/qu

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Edited by Burton - 12/31/12 at 10:34pm

post #40123 of 51593

12/31/12 at 9:28pm

PhiPsi32

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Kudu is an exceptionally rugged and supple version of CXL. It's hard wearing and looks great with denim. The Modified last is very forgiving and provides excellent comfort and arch support. And again, we only need a few more people to secure this order. My thanks again to everyone who has supported this MTO effort.

post #40124 of 51593

12/31/12 at 9:42pm