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  1. brandall10

    Shell Cordovan Wallet Pron

    It seems like the idea for this one is to be thick on purpose. It's the whole workwear thing. Just take a look at some of the stuff Self Edge sells for instance, such as http://www.selfedge.com/wallets?product_id=690
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    Shell Cordovan Wallet Pron

    Any updates on this? I've had a CM card case for years, see they have a variety of shell items. Kinda like the version of this in black shell w/ yellow interior.
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    Shell Cordovan Wallet Pron

    The thing about this wallet though is it is supposed to be totally audacious, big/bulky as all get out. The default version appears to be thicker than the shell version - over an inch empty! https://ragnargoods.com/shop/erik-veg-tan-bifold-wallet-natural-sghxk I'm a huge fan of Norwegian and...
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    Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

    How old was that pair you had? My understanding is they have fixed alot of issues regarding things like pocket bag size and construction. For instance, the pocket bags on my current pair have pockets I'd characterize as deeper than average. I can put a billfold in lengthwise and still have...
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    Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

    Durability of the denim itself is generally a function of weight and cut - a heavier weight denim on a looser cut will last much longer than something lightweight and tight. Beyond that the tightness of the weave and nappiness come into play. I don't believe there are really grades that...
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    Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

    They're absolutely plain if you care about details and interesting fade properties. This is utilitarian selvedge, but I think that's the point. The only thing that stuck out to me that made them feel cheap was the hardware. Can you elaborate on what else you found so offputting? I mean, I've...
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    Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

    I'm a pretty big Unbranded fan, and I've owned something like 15 pairs of $200+ japanese denim, including several special makeups from Self-Edge (2) and Blue and Green (3). I'm on my 6th pair of Unbranded jeans right now and I always get the skinny cut, which in a 28 reminds me alot of the cut...
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    The Official Alden Thread for 2018 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

    Just took delivery of my whiskey LHS from Alden DC. I'm a 8.5c brannock, got them in 8c. Initial impression is they were snug but relatively easy to get on (no shoe horn necessary). After walking around a bit they have a fair amount of heel slip, but I expected that much while they break in...
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    The Official Alden Thread for 2018 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

    For newer makeups there is an Arberdeen NST and Barrie LWB, I believe both in ravello. I'm also still on the list for a cigar LHS which I'm unsure I want to keep. I think there may have been a couple others. She noted that Alden appears to be more forthcoming with the rarer shell lately, but...
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    The Official Alden Thread for 2018 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

    Just got a note from Kathy, my Whiskey LHS have arrived! I put in my order Feb last year, so not too bad... at the same time she mentioned some other interesting rare shell makeups they're putting together. Put myself down for a whiskey Plaza NST boot. My plaza wingtip #8 boots are my fav.
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    Viberg Boots - Reviews, appreciation, news - share yours

    It could very well be the other way around - the boots are a bit elongated and ideally you should be sizing to the arch measurement. If your arch is relatively short then going down a full size may work. The toebox is pretty low which can be an issue if you have a higher volume foot. I'm an...
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    Viberg Boots - Reviews, appreciation, news - share yours

    My well-worn 975s look alot like what I would call a #4. My #8 plaza wingtip boots I bought earlier this year are a couple shades darker w/ the typical eggplant, but in bright light I'm beginning to see the fade. The thing is they're essentially the same color. #8 is just dyed twice as many...
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    The Official Alden Thread for 2017 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

    Lengthwise you should be fine. I was able to go down a full size before my toes grazed the end (super thin tester socks though). IME they fit pretty similar to Barrie. Of course if we're talking about an LHS you want to ensure they're pretty snug and instep might be the bigger concern.
  14. brandall10

    Shell Cordovan Wallet Pron

    Got in a couple wallets, both made from 1 piece of Italian shell. First off, a whiskey Alstad Forsta 1.2+ LTD (the '+' being for the addition of the card slots at my request - the maker says this may become v1.3). This normally comes in a pretty cool perforated design but I opted to go smooth...
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    Viberg Boots - Reviews, appreciation, news - share yours

     The condition of these is insane. How often do you wear them? EDIT: out of curiosity, are these a size 7.5 that were sold as new on eBay last year? If so I almost bid on them.
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