AE MacNeil (black cobbler)

[Bradford]

OK - saw a pair of AE MacNeil's in my size today for $49.99. They are the black cobbler, not the cordovan.

The only black dress shoes I currently own are a pair of Park Avenues.

My other lace-ups are Park Avenues in brown, McCallister's in burgundy and Ashland's in tan. Also have a pair of Grayson's in brown.

So the question is, do I pull the trigger?

Any thoughts?

 

[JLibourel]

If they are new at that price, of course! If they are used, I suppose it would depend on condition. If they look barely used, why not? (I am not keen on used shoes, however.) If you see a use in your wardrobe for a black lace-up a notch or two less formal than the Park Avenue, these would fill the bill.

 

[Tarmac]

A black longwing is a good addition to any lineup. If they are new, I would certainly buy them

 

[Teacher]

Even though it's corrected grain, it's a good quality corrected grain. I have a pair of CG Florsheim Kenmoors that look much better than the usual junky stuff and have held up well over the last few years. If you like them, get them.

 

[Bradford]

Well, somebody beat me to the shoes.

There were a few other AE's, Chester's in black and Marlow in burgundy, but nothing exciting so I passed for now.

 

[aragon765]

were these prices at a brick+mortar store, or online?

 

[Bradford]

B&M - Nordstrom's Last Chance here in Phoenix. They are typically returns but very lightly worn.

 

[JLibourel]

Wouldn't the Chester in black have been awfully close? As I recall, it's a bal, not a blucher and it's not a longwing, but still not a lot of difference if you fancy a black wingtip. Or is the #3 last not too compatible with your feet. (It isn't with mine.)

 

[Bradford]

The Chester was pretty close, but it did feel a little weird on my feet - probably the different last - and I just decided not to settle. No doubt another pair will show up eventually and I'll get some then.

 

[JLibourel]

The #3 last always felt a little weird on my feet too. I never bought any shoes on that last. Oh well, A-Es are kind of like girlfriends and busses--another one will be along shortly!

 

[Teacher]

Originally Posted by JLibourel

The #3 last always felt a little weird on my feet too. I never bought any shoes on that last. Oh well, A-Es are kind of like girlfriends and busses--another one will be along shortly!

Does this come from personal experience?