[Poal] First Shell Shoe: Darlton or Whiskey PTB?

[Newcomer]

Well there you have it. Looking for my first experience with 'the horse.' At first I was leaning towards Whiskey PTB... but then I saw Moo's Darltons and changed my mind. But I am struggling. It is definitely not an easy decision. Price differential is not really an issue. Please feel free to weigh in, before I make my decision.

 

[hobscrk777]

I voted for the whiskey, but it probably depends on what your shoe wardrobe looks like already. Whiskey is just such a unique color.

 

[DocHolliday]

Have you tried 'em on? The Darlton didn't fit me at all, much as I like it.

I'd probably go with the Darlton, all else being equal.

 

[imatlas]

Darlton is a very beautiful design, and the color is more versatile than whiskey. However, Aldens are available in widths, so it's easier to get a proper fit.

If the Darlton fits you, that's what I'd go for.

Edit: of course the Official SF response is: both!

 

[Newcomer]

I can try the Darltons on if I decide to go that direction, so that is not really a problem. As for my shoe wardrobe, it is mainly comprised of various shades of brown (about 10 pairs) and a burgundy. Do not have any bluchers, only oxfords and monks.

 

[DrZRM]

I have Darltons and I have Alden Whiskey longwing, but I'm not such a fan of PTB. Maybe because I have big feet (12.5-13) is seems like too much plain hide out there creasing, I actually got rid of my only pair in #8. I love whiskey shell, and I'd definitely take the Alden longwings over the RL wingtips if I could only keep one, but of your choices, I'd go Darltons.

 

[lee_44106]

I'm probably the ONLY one on the forum who does not love the Darlton.

And yes, I do have a pair, so am speaking from personal experience.

 

[makewayhomer]

whiskey or the cigar-esque color of the Darlton is kind of a strange either/or. they are very different. Ravello or Darlton would be a better either/or. Leathersoul had these for instance, in store only. amazing imo

 

[Xiaogou]

Originally Posted by DocHolliday

Have you tried 'em on? The Darlton didn't fit me at all, much as I like it.

I'd probably go with the Darlton, all else being equal.

Darlton is next on my list. Beautiful shoe.

 

[JayJay]

I have both the Darlton and the PTB in whiskey. The Darlton is much more versatile as the whiskey is essentially a spring/summer color.

 

[Newcomer]

Originally Posted by makewayhomer

whiskey or the cigar-esque color of the Darlton is kind of a strange either/or. they are very different. Ravello or Darlton would be a better either/or.

Leathersoul had these for instance, in store only. amazing imo

It is a pretty strange either/or... but let me see if I can explain my reasons quick.

I really just want a shoe to bum around in. I am going to be wearing them casually, so I guess the color does not really matter as much. Versatility is not really much of an issue.

And I saw those ravello short wings... In retrospect, I really wish I had picked a pair up, but I guess you snooze you lose.

 

[bigbris1]

Tassel loafers FTW

 

[pebblegrain]

Do you mean the darlton wing or the plaintoe? If the latter, go with whichever fits better. If you mean the wing, the wing definitely looks better and more unique.

 

[fritzl]

Originally Posted by Newcomer

Well there you have it. Looking for my first experience with 'the horse.' At first I was leaning towards Whiskey PTB... but then I saw Moo's Darltons and changed my mind. But I am struggling. It is definitely not an easy decision. Price differential is not really an issue. Please feel free to weigh in, before I make my decision.

VASS

 

[distinctive]

OPERATION PAPRIKA

Go with the Darlton...more versatile