Need help deciding on shoes

[phaijai]

I recently found two pairs of similar style shoes at The Rack and need some help deciding which one to purchase. One is a Bruno Magli for $169 and the other is a To Boot NY for $139. I don't have any experience with either one but can appreciate the leather and quality of both. My only complaint is the To Boot NY has a rubber sole in the toe area.

I am hoping to draw on the knowledge of the forum members to see which one would be the better and wiser purchase.

 

[fcuknu]

Both would be pretty poorly made and not worth that price. Post some pictures of shoes you find attractive and maybe we can find you something.

 

[JayJay]

Pics? I'm not a fan of either brand.

 

[phaijai]

Below is a link to the Bruno Maglis that I am thinking of purchasing. Like I mentioned, they are $169 at a Nordstrom Rack in SoCal. This is truly a last minute purchase as I misplaced my Johnston & Murphy laceups while traveling in LA. Although the J&M shoes were not that great, they served me well. I would prefer not to spend too much and would say that $200 would be my budget. I do understand that if I want quality, I might have to spend some coin and I am okay if I go slightly over budget. I have looked through the shoe pr0n thread briefly and have taken note of some other designers. However, I haven't researched where in my area (San Francisco) to try these designers on before purchasing. Thanks for any insight you can provide me. http://stores.channeladvisor.com/gra...20Dark%20Brown

 

[freefinancialadvice]

If that's the style you're looking for, get these instead.

Stick around a bit. You'll figure it out. My wife says I'm like a whole new man. (in bed)

 

[phaijai]

Hahaha...I like those Allen Edmonds. Thanks for the recommendation.