Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2016 - News, Pictures, Sizing, Accessories, Clothing, etc

[MattRiv]

Speaking of suede chukkas, here's comparisons of the AE Loden and Alden Hunting Green colors.





Being completely honest, my color preference is AE. But the comfort of unlined suede and a single sole is pretty incredible; the Aldens are like wearing a slipper.

I didn't get in on the MD chukkas due to width and color, but may revisit that when they are offered again. For now, I'm keeping the Aldens.

I tried on the Aldens when I was last in SF and loved them, so when the MD chukka came out I was all over that. Can't wait to get my hands on those.

 

[ny3pcg]

Do the dundees fit similar to the Higgins mill? I have the HM in a 9.5D but have not gotten a chance to try on the dundees.

 

[Lmrjfud]

A seller on the bay has a pair of what he calls Cordovan Carltons. The picture indicates a style number of 33197.
My concern is that the leather has creases that are not consistent with what I have seen here for true Cordovan leather.
Does anyone have info on the listed style to confirm or deny the Cordovan claim?

Thanks in advance.

-Eric

 

[Kahuna75]

A seller on the bay has a pair of what he calls Cordovan Carltons. The picture indicates a style number of 33197.
My concern is that the leather has creases that are not consistent with what I have seen here for true Cordovan leather.
Does anyone have info on the listed style to confirm or deny the Cordovan claim?

Thanks in advance.

-Eric

Many refer to cordovan as a color...happens all the time...if it does not say Shell Cordovan then it wont be(even then look carefully)

 

[Kahuna75]

The Saukville has seen a color change. Previously listed as Loden, it is now Olive. The picture is updated as well.

Thanks! been waiting to see what they really are.

 

[gm928]

A seller on the bay has a pair of what he calls Cordovan Carltons. The picture indicates a style number of 33197.
My concern is that the leather has creases that are not consistent with what I have seen here for true Cordovan leather.
Does anyone have info on the listed style to confirm or deny the Cordovan claim?

Thanks in advance.

-Eric

Definitely not shell cordovan. When an ebay listing just says "cordovan" without the word "shell," it usually just means cordovan color (i.e., burgundy), and not real shell cordovan leather. The leather in the photos for that particular listing shows absolutely no signs of being shell, and the soles on those shoes aren't the kind that AE typically uses for shell.

 

[Kahuna75]

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Damn that boot looks great...I just ordered a Trickers boot on Commando to mix in my bad weather mix...UGH..I would have more bad weather boots than actual bad weather days!.........FRACK why can't I wear boots on my hands!

 

[BagleyBrown]

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Damn that boot looks great...I just ordered a Trickers boot on Commando to mix in my bad weather mix...UGH..I would have more bad weather boots than actual bad weather days!.........FRACK why can't I wear boots on my hands!

Thanks @mreams99 for the heads up, that is exactly what I was hoping to see.

For me, that is not a bad-weather boot as much as a $199(!) cool-weather boot.

Love the color assuming good pics; and Loden/olive gets checked off my "really want" list.

 

[dieselman89]



I wish I'd gotten them for $99 - I was referring to the ShoeBank price that is apparently coming up

When is this sale? I see these shoes for $157.

 

[007Bond]

When is this sale? I see these shoes for $157.

Will start this Thursday.

 

[FaRKle]

Interesting they brought the Sanford and Lexington back. The Rogue and Sanford are so similar.

 

[BagleyBrown]

Interesting they brought the Sanford and Lexington back. The Rogue and Sanford are so similar.

The Sanford may be more versatile, the large perforations on the Rogue make it a more casual choice.

 

[RLeslieS]

Well the tan seems to be off the site for some reason (or at least it doesn't come up when searching "MCTAVISH" (copied and pasted from the page for the older model)

Bizarre. I wonder what will happen to the one I special-ordered . . .

 

[smfdoc]

Excuse the cross post, but I thought I would post this given the number of people on the thread that discuss picking up previously worn shoes on Ebay and other locations

I thought I would take the opportunity to discuss shoe hygiene and the various concerns on wearing a pair of shoes that have been previously owned. Fit issues aside (they either fit or they don’t) we are all human and have various levels of bacteria and fungi on our bodies. These do make their way to our clothes and shoes. There are wide variations in the amount of exposure, duration of exposure and length of time since a pair of shoes have been worn that can affect the amount of bacteria present.

There are those who will not, under any circumstances, EVER wear anything than new shoes. I get that, but there are others who, for a variety of reasons, will be willing to “walk a mile in someone else’s shoes.” This is no small number as Ebay currently has over 390,000 listings under the search of “men’s shoes.” This information is for them.

Part of my routine for any vintage shoe I receive is the initial rehab that includes a very complete interior wipe-down with isopropyl alcohol. This goes a long way towards proper disinfection. But there are also other measures that can be used that will enhance the process. Many people elect to use aerosol disinfection with products such as “10-Seconds Shoe Deodorizer and Disinfectant.” They claim to be “THE ONLY EPA-APPROVED SHOE DISINFECTANT ON THE MARKET effective against germs, fungus, bacteria, mold, mildew, and other micro-organisms.” You can see this product by clicking here.



Another option for your shoes, previously owned or not, is a dose of ultraviolet light that is very effective in killing any linger nasties that may have escaped the alcohol and the sprays. There are a variety of companies that make small ultraviolet light shoe inserts that can be turned on and slipped into each shoe for 15-20 minutes. These range from $40 to just over $120 on Amazon. This $39 pair can be seen by clicking here. Now you know what to ask Santa to bring you for being on the nice list.



But let the buyer beware. I may be a doctor, but I'm not YOUR doctor and you can make decisions for yourself.

 

[lodemia]

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The Sanford may be more versatile, the large perforations on the Rogue make it a more casual choice.

My thoughts exactly. I had found a set of Rogues on the shoebank and am now holding out for the Sanford. Waiting until thurs before I pull the trigger on anything.