THE OFFICIAL ALDEN THREAD FOR 2020 - SHARE REVIEWS, SIZING, ADVICE, AND PHOTOS.

[smfdoc]

In an attempt to "shake things up," smfdoc went with a whiskey wingtip on a Tuesday. It has been rumored he will wear a tanker on Wednesday.

 

[audog]

In an attempt to "shake things up," smfdoc went with a whiskey wingtip on a Tuesday. It has been rumored he will wear a tanker on Wednesday.

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Tanker on Wednesday????? I could get into that, as I own zero wings.

 

[jpm1]

693 Full Strap Tassel Moccasins in Burgundy Calfskin on the Aberdeen Last. Circa 1989

 

[scurvyfreedman]

My shoes tell me when they want to go for a walk...yes.

That's better than my dog. He just decides to pee by the front door sometimes without telling us.

 

[audog]

693 Full Strap Tassel Moccasins in Burgundy Calfskin on the Aberdeen Last. Circa 1989
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[audog]

That's better than my dog. He just decides to pee by the front door sometimes without telling us.

At least it's by the door..........

 

[darkclassic]

AoC-37 for a rainy forecast

 

[Alden Northwest]

I have a question for the thread....how many pair of jumpers is too many? I have quite a few in black calf, color 8, black shell and although all are different lasts/soles....I'm wondering if I just have too many (or conversely, not enough). I mean is 10 pair of jumpers too many????

That would of course depend on how many of them are 9 or 9.5D!

 

[Don L]

 

[Alden Northwest]

Comfy Tuesday over here.

 

[mdubs]

Tuesday. Alden x Leffot Cigar Shell Cordovan Indy Boots.

-Mike

 

[audog]

That would of course depend on how many of them are 9 or 9.5D!

A couple are 9D......

 

[Alcibiades]

Tuesday. Alden x Leffot Cigar Shell Cordovan Indy Boots.

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-Mike

I know I have said this before but I think this is the best Alden boot run ever - unique model (Indy), great shade of cigar cordovan, commando sole, etc.

 

[audog]

Afternoon "Dr. G" boots, indoors

and out

 

[ironclad]

I know I have said this before but I think this is the best Alden boot run ever - unique model (Indy), great shade of cigar cordovan, commando sole, etc.

Your comment makes me think this could be an interesting topic of discussion for the group:

What would the Aldenites here consider a few of “the best” runs of shoes/boots and why?

Obviously this is purely subjective and there are no rights or wrongs, and note I said “a few”.

I’ll fire the first salvo (or second after @Alcibiades). I’ve been fortunate to own more than my fair share of exotics, and they don’t even rate a mention compared to the Color 8 Epaulet Brixtons from eight or so years ago. You guys are probably sick of me posting the same pics from this run, but why is it so special to me? The most flawless and unique grape-colored Color 8 shell, a perfect wingtip-patterned boot, flat(?) welt for a smooth and sleek look, and easily the richest and nicest edge dressing that paired perfectly with the color of the shell. And flawlessly executed. Not a sloppy stitch or blemish to be seen. Perfection in my book. Pure magic.

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