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I'm in search of at least one, probably two pairs of rugged, everyday work shoes.
Requirements:
- Rubber soles. I work in manufacturing and I am on a shop floor that can have oil, grease, metal chips, or other debris on it every single day. Crepe is OK, but I'm really digging commando soles these days.
- Chunkier last. I'm a bigger dude, so overly svelte shoes just aren't proportioned well for me.
- Must be shoes. I already have too many chukkas and several pairs of other rubber-soled boots. I'm looking for something to get me through summer.
- No suede. It seems the best looking versions of what I'm looking for are all suede, generally in lighter hues. I need something a bit more bulletproof.
- To be worn in a business casual environment - even a few steps short of that. Button-down shirts, slacks or decent khakis. Not needed for suit wear. The occasional sportcoat is worn.
I tend to like the look of English shoes and I want something decent. I could just go buy a pair of Eccos or Rockports like everyone else but I am looking for something a bit more fun than that.
These Alden walkers are along the right lines:
Any and all suggestions appreciated.
Requirements:
- Rubber soles. I work in manufacturing and I am on a shop floor that can have oil, grease, metal chips, or other debris on it every single day. Crepe is OK, but I'm really digging commando soles these days.
- Chunkier last. I'm a bigger dude, so overly svelte shoes just aren't proportioned well for me.
- Must be shoes. I already have too many chukkas and several pairs of other rubber-soled boots. I'm looking for something to get me through summer.
- No suede. It seems the best looking versions of what I'm looking for are all suede, generally in lighter hues. I need something a bit more bulletproof.
- To be worn in a business casual environment - even a few steps short of that. Button-down shirts, slacks or decent khakis. Not needed for suit wear. The occasional sportcoat is worn.
I tend to like the look of English shoes and I want something decent. I could just go buy a pair of Eccos or Rockports like everyone else but I am looking for something a bit more fun than that.
These Alden walkers are along the right lines:
Any and all suggestions appreciated.