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Ravello LWB (AoC AF112) & EP.

Just so gorgeous a color!  I am one of the very unfortunate and probably few on this thread that doesn't own any Ravello. I think I'm being picky in getting as close to my dream boot as I can and I may have to go to Anatomica to realize that dream but your awesome pics are just driving me forward that much more.  Thanks for sharing, and congrats on your wonderful Ravellos!

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Originally Posted by mcarthur 


ravello lhs
argyles otc

Have never really been a loafer-guy, but I always feel inspired when I see your LHS.  I thought the cigar was the best LHS shell option; not so sure anymore.  The ravello looks wonderful (great shine)!

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Originally Posted by MoneyWellSpent 

 

You are right that many sites mention calf, which is why I included it.  Horween's article on their website just describes cow and horse hides being used for Chromexcel, and I think that is all they use.  However, the point still stands that the OP's comment is over simplified, which is what I was really touching on.  The original Indy boot is cowhide, but special make-ups out there are made from other types of leather (including CXL made from horse hides). 

Just to clarify, Chromexcel is only tanned with large cow hides, otherwise the article would vary far too much. Shell is never tanned as a chrome excel, shell requires completely different tannage. 

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Originally Posted by Organika 

 

Just to clarify, Chromexcel is only tanned with large cow hides, otherwise the article would vary far too much. Shell is never tanned as a chrome excel, shell requires completely different tannage. 

When I say horsehide CXL I don't mean shell, I mean horse front. I think they use that for CXL.

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Originally Posted by El Argentino 

And Momotaros too?^^ Looking good

Thanks. Few things beat a casual pair of Alden Boots with some nice selvedge denim IMHO .

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Originally Posted by mcarthur 


nephew,
wear in good health

Thank you uncle.

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Originally Posted by sqroot3 


does German customs make you pick up the package from them directly?

Yes, they do - at least in this case. LS just put the value of the package on the outside, but no invoice. Unfortunately this does not suffice for customs over here, so they make you pick up the pair personally with a copy of the invoice.

After the package has 'cleared' customs at the airport, it will be delivered to a customs office close to where you live. They will then send you a notification that the package is waiting for you, and that you have to present an invoice for it. It's a bit inconvenient, since it takes another week until you finally get your shoes . 

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Originally Posted by Organika 

 

Just to clarify, Chromexcel is only tanned with large cow hides, otherwise the article would vary far too much. Shell is never tanned as a chrome excel, shell requires completely different tannage. 

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Originally Posted by misterjuiceman 

When I say horsehide CXL I don't mean shell, I mean horse front. I think they use that for CXL.

Misterjuiceman is correct.  I don't think there was any misunderstanding there.  The shell only comes from a small area on the hind quarters of the horse.  There is still a whole lot of horse leather that can be used for other purposes after the shells have been harvested.