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    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    Hi all, I'm currently debating between the JCrew LWB or the NRO PTB, both in snuff suede. I'm looking for something that can be worn on weekends with jeans or khakis - I already have enough shoes for my suits. Any difference in quality? What's the best style? Of course, I don't know what...
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    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    Is the NRO snuff suede PTB like the Epaulet, since they're both Leydon? Any differences?
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    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    What is everyone's opinion on the snuff suede PTB built on the Leydon last (also available in tan suede), available only at NRO? I'm looking for a versatile and timeless shoe that can be worn spring-fall (maybe winter), and with everything from jeans to chinos. Seems like the first shoes ship...
  4. Bossman101

    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    Thanks for your reply! I'm just concerned about wearing unlined shoes in the winter. Do people wear these boots in the cold climate? I also think the Goodyear soles might be a better option than the leather. What are people's thoughts on the unlined versus lined suede chukka or the tobacco...
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    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    Thanks for the advice, Bakes! Does anyone wear the unlined version in colder climates during the winter? I prefer the sole on the unlined version, but think the lined version might be a better option, especially with the Goodyear sole. I'd like these to last a very long time! I'm also...
  6. Bossman101

    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    Greetings -- new to the forums here and wanted to get your expert opinions. I'm looking for my first pair of Aldens, and am interested in a shoe/boot that can be worn casually (with jeans mostly, but also chinos) and also worn almost year round (definitely fall/winter, but also spring, maybe...

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