Oxfords/Wings Under $200

[Agent J]

Looking for either new or lightly used brown/tan oxfords/wings. I've heard good things about AE, and I'm also checking out J&M as cheaper alternatives.

What are your opinions on these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Allen-Edmonds-STRAND-10-5-D-Walnut-Leather-Cap-toe-Dress-Shoes-Oxfords-6115

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Johnston-Murphy-Cap-Toe-Balmoral-Oxfords-Cognac-Leather-Mens-10-5-D-

 

[facet]

Buy the Strands.

edit: I shouldn't be a dick and should elaborate. AE's are generally considered to be better than J&M although, from what I've read, J&M used to be a pretty good brand back in the day. However, I don't know anything about those ones that you're looking at.

For the listed price for the AE's, even though they are used, they seem to be in pretty good condition such that the price isn't all that bad. If you are willing to wait, you may be able to find some in new condition for slightly more, maybe even equal price if you're lucky; but I don't think you would be off base in buying those particular shoes.

 

[Agent J]

Regarding the AE, what are the two circles on the bottom sole of the right shoe?

 

[Wrenkin]



Regarding the AE, what are the two circles on the bottom sole of the right shoe?

It means they were purchased at a discount (e.g. a department store's outlet). It prevents you from returning them for a full refund.

 

[Snedley]

Looking for either new or lightly used brown/tan oxfords/wings. I've heard good things about AE, and I'm also checking out J&M as cheaper alternatives.
What are your opinions on these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Allen-Edmonds-STRAND-10-5-D-Walnut-Leather-Cap-toe-Dress-Shoes-Oxfords-6115
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Johnston-Murphy-Cap-Toe-Balmoral-Oxfords-Cognac-Leather-Mens-10-5-D-

You don't want to pay $180 for a used shoe that you can buy in 1st quality pristine virgin condition from AE for $250 and sometimes even less during a sale.

 

[Snedley]

Regarding the AE, what are the two circles on the bottom sole of the right shoe?

Leather weevils have bored through the sole