The Official Alden Thread for 2019 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[smfdoc]

Happy Tuesday forum pals. Today, the seldom seen 6 eyelet chukka PCT. I get the feeling I am the only person who posts these. That says something about my taste level, one way or the other.

 

[madhat]

Happy Tuesday forum pals. Today, the seldom seen 6 eyelet chukka PCT. I get the feeling I am the only person who posts these. That says something about my taste level, one way or the other.

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Probably better you post them, because otherwise it would mean I was the one posting them!

 

[aero25]

Today is clearly NST Day on the thread.

 

[audog]

Happy Tuesday forum pals. Today, the seldom seen 6 eyelet chukka PCT. I get the feeling I am the only person who posts these. That says something about my taste level, one way or the other.

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I have posted mine, just not recently

 

[audog]

Continuing a Natty NST theme today

 

[Don L]

 

[goalaso]

Does anyone have photos/comments on how the slip-on chukkas wear? Esp the shell version re: rolls, and just generally how they break in, with the elastic. I see occasional new photos, but not many in the wild used pics or updates, positive or negative...

 

[savvysartorial]

Random question:

If a shoe makeup originally came with a 270 degree welt & single leather sole will Alden change that to the same specs but with an antique welt and leather sole instead upon recrafting?

Is there a way to request this when sending them in for service?

Many thanks!

 

[madhat]

Does anyone have photos/comments on how the slip-on chukkas wear? Esp the shell version re: rolls, and just generally how they break in, with the elastic. I see occasional new photos, but not many in the wild used pics or updates, positive or negative...

They're good. The elastic is different than I expected. It's not front to back like a Chelsea; it's side to side connecting the two quarters in the middle. So, it allows them to expand sideways without it flexing forward when walking.

 

[savvysartorial]

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They're good. The elastic is different than I expected. It's not front to back like a Chelsea; it's side to side connecting the two quarters in the middle. So, it allows them to expand sideways without it flexing forward when walking.

A very unique style! Like a Chelsea, but different...

 

[goalaso]

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They're good. The elastic is different than I expected. It's not front to back like a Chelsea; it's side to side connecting the two quarters in the middle. So, it allows them to expand sideways without it flexing forward when walking.

Do you find the elastic expanding over time and allowing the front flap to pull forward more?

 

[madhat]

Did these jump to the top of my loafers? Survey says...yes!

 

[sterlingindigo]

Random question:

If a shoe makeup originally came with a 270 degree welt & single leather sole will Alden change that to the same specs but with an antique welt and leather sole instead upon recrafting?

Is there a way to request this when sending them in for service?

Many thanks!

No changes.

 

[madhat]

Do you find the elastic expanding over time and allowing the front flap to pull forward more?

I don't have tons of wears, but the way they're sewn I don't see that being an issue. These are plaza; I could see someone with a high instep having issues though

 

[savvysartorial]

Did these jump to the top of my loafers? Survey says...yes!
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Those are just spectacular. They remind me of smoking shoes!

And those trousers!! They'll see you coming today! What shirt is paired with those pants?

No changes.

Dadgum! Have you tried? That is really sad