bluejazzmonkey
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Nice photo, but it doesn’t seem the same without @Roycru on the platform...Came down to LA from SF for work and took a trip into San Juan Capistrano today. Snapped some photos on the top of the Metrolink station parking structure.
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I always look up @Neo1's sizing guide. Here is what he says:I was hoping someone with real world experience could add to the official AE last definitions for these two shoes: MacNeil (97 Last) versus McTavish (201 Last) in regards to overall fit especially heel area and toe box. I have finally come to the conclusion that the 65 last does not work for me because is it long, straight, and narrow but am still trying to find something else on a different last that might work.
97 LAST: The 97 last is the best fit for the average foot. The 97 last is one of Allen Edmonds early lasts, and has a soft, slightly pointed toe. It lays flatter in the toe area for a classic American look.
201 LAST: This last has a higher cone, providing more room for a higher instep and contemporary shelf appeal. The toe down has fuller forefoot width for more comfort and slight chisel to the toe profile, providing a sleek looking aesthetic which complements our iconic 65 last.
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On January 11th 2018 on the San Juan Capistrano depot platform in front of the parking structure @Rithrin climbed to the top of.Nice photo, but it doesn’t seem the same without @Roycru on the platform...
Wish I knew what the average foot was. I have a very flat, low volume foot with decent cone rise. The 65 I can wear a 9.5C. The 201 works great in 9.5B. I wish the 97 came in a C width. I have to stretch a 9.5B out a bit. How do you feel about the 1943?I was hoping someone with real world experience could add to the official AE last definitions for these two shoes: MacNeil (97 Last) versus McTavish (201 Last) in regards to overall fit especially heel area and toe box. I have finally come to the conclusion that the 65 last does not work for me because is it long, straight, and narrow but am still trying to find something else on a different last that might work.
97 LAST: The 97 last is the best fit for the average foot. The 97 last is one of Allen Edmonds early lasts, and has a soft, slightly pointed toe. It lays flatter in the toe area for a classic American look.
201 LAST: This last has a higher cone, providing more room for a higher instep and contemporary shelf appeal. The toe down has fuller forefoot width for more comfort and slight chisel to the toe profile, providing a sleek looking aesthetic which complements our iconic 65 last.
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Finally!!I've been a few posts lately expressing longing for COLOR. How great are the new Red Strandmoks, just released online? I'm loving this punchy color for Spring, and that we're using the chestnut dainite more often.
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Strandmok Suede Oxford Men's Shoes Dainite | Allen Edmonds
Suede Strandmok Red & Grey Cap-toe Balmoral Lace-up Oxford Men's Shoes. Rubber Sole. Handcrafted in the USA of fine imported leathers. Allen Edmondswww.allenedmonds.com
WOW! Those look great! Red suede is sweeeetI've been a few posts lately expressing longing for COLOR. How great are the new Red Strandmoks, just released online? I'm loving this punchy color for Spring, and that we're using the chestnut dainite more often.
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Strandmok Suede Oxford Men's Shoes Dainite | Allen Edmonds
Suede Strandmok Red & Grey Cap-toe Balmoral Lace-up Oxford Men's Shoes. Rubber Sole. Handcrafted in the USA of fine imported leathers. Allen Edmondswww.allenedmonds.com
Thanks and never tried it. The most important issue is my foot is not long, straight, and narrow like the 65 last but because my heel is narrow when I got to an EE or even an E width my heel slides all over the place.Wish I knew what the average foot was. I have a very flat, low volume foot with decent cone rise. The 65 I can wear a 9.5C. The 201 works great in 9.5B. I wish the 97 came in a C width. I have to stretch a 9.5B out a bit. How do you feel about the 1943?
WOW! I love it! The contrast tan piping is awesome!I've been a few posts lately expressing longing for COLOR. How great are the new Red Strandmoks, just released online? I'm loving this punchy color for Spring, and that we're using the chestnut dainite more often.
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Strandmok Suede Oxford Men's Shoes Dainite | Allen Edmonds
Suede Strandmok Red & Grey Cap-toe Balmoral Lace-up Oxford Men's Shoes. Rubber Sole. Handcrafted in the USA of fine imported leathers. Allen Edmondswww.allenedmonds.com