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[Bakes11771]

From what I have concluded it's a show of respect to Uncle Mac who has brought us the two Mac methods and has the largest Alden collection that I know of.

On a separate note, do we all agree that this is not shell?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=321185219962&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:3160

Agree on both counts.

 

[Papa Doble]



Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

From what I have concluded it's a show of respect to Uncle Mac who has brought us the two Mac methods and has the largest Alden collection that I know of.

On a separate note, do we all agree that this is not shell?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=321185219962&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:3160

These are calf, model 905 from one of the seller's pictures.

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]

^^

+1

Yes - 905 is calf.

 

[BeSpiffington]



Looking good

Going with the 2160s today since there is nary a threat of rain. Adding a little pop with navy/white horizontal PRL sox:

2160's are some all time beauties. When your tired of them send them to me. I've got some stiff brushes to scare the rain away. What can I say about the socks other than...your just too crazy. Great combo.

 

[Winston S.]



These are calf, model 905 from one of the seller's pictures.

^^

+1

Yes - 905 is calf.

Figured as much, thanks for removing doubt.

 

[BeSpiffington]



ravello nst boot
argyles otc

Beautiful boots Uncle.

 

[tifosi]

ravello nst boot
argyles otc

Amazing. I need to stay out of this thread!

 

[katch]

Quote:
Saw the 2160s yesterday at JCrew. Gorgeous shoes.

 

[Don L]

Those are breathtaking Uncle

 

[Shawnc]



Agree on both counts.

+1.

 

[Shawnc]



Excellent investment shawn. Love the laces. Wear them in the best of health.

Much appreciated BSpiff. Will definitely coordinate the laces and socks on round 2.

 

[Shawnc]



ravello nst boot
argyles otc

Your Ravello NST's would look great with a toga Unc. Add in your typically impeccable shine and your stylish socks/slacks combo and you have a look to envy. Very nicely done. Wear in good health.

 

[hoit1981]



Amazing. I need to stay out of this thread!

Why? These beauties are so rare you'll probably never get a chance to even touch a pair! Your wallet is safe.

 

[cincikid]

The tobacco LWB from J crew was my very first Alden. Stevent is correct. They were originally orangish, a little bit more so than the burnished tan, but the newer ones have a darker tan that looks to have a more matted finish. I really like that look and wished I had it rather than the old one. I still enjoy this one (on the right)...

Not the best quality pic to show its color...

Are the dark brown also from JCrew? If so, which one do you like better, tobacco and dark brown? I actually ordered both with the recent 20% off coupon, intending to keep just one of them. I seem to like tobacco better, but your dark browns look stunning.

 

[cincikid]

I just got off the phone with J.Crew and they have a new order in for me now. 20% off + $50 rewards card made my Indys come out to $349.20. Had I ordered through my "personal stylist," I would've saved an additional 15% (student discount). Too bad most of their Alden collection is always on backorder or out of the size you want.

I tried to do it through a personal stylist and was told up front that I can't combine 20% off with the additional 15%, but YMMV.