The Official Alden Thread for 2021 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[Hisheirness23]

Alden still uses metal shanks, right? Curious if that will set off the metal detector at airport security (I have TSA-pre and don't want to have to remove my shoes).

 

[FatTuesday]

Alden still uses metal shanks, right? Curious if that will set off the metal detector at airport security (I have TSA-pre and don't want to have to remove my shoes).

Yes, it will definitely set off the metal detector. Metal detectors are designed to detect steel shanks. That's their job.

 

[Hisheirness23]

Yes, it will definitely set off the metal detector. Metal detectors are designed to detect steel shanks. That's their job.

Thanks! It's been so long since I travelled that I didn't even own a pair of Aldens.

 

[woofmang]

Kingtip Wednesday:

Hard to believe I've had these for just over a year now. Time flies...

 

[sanomnia]

Maiden Voyage on Whiskey Wednesday

 

[mdubs]

Had to roll with these today for hail and rain on my medical appointment this a.m. Alden Suede is comforting and the waterloc soles were the shizzle.. View attachment 1543382 View attachment 1543383

Chippy, your Snuff Straight Tip Boots are looking truly superb on you. I hope that you enjoyed them!!!

Didn't realize this was going to happen and almost wore leather soles today, dodged one there View attachment 1543395

Wow, I am cold just looking at that picture! Looks soo freezing. Glad that you had those heavy duty boots!!! Looks like you definitely needed them!

Alden of Carmel earth chamois all terrain Indys.
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Saz, those work horses are looking great as well!!!

It's weird, but the 6 eyelet chukka always seemed a bit off balance to me. Even my Plaza last NST pair. As much as I like them, I don't find myself reaching for them too often.
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TC, yeah, I now have two pairs of 6-Eyelet Chukkas from Alden. Definitely an interesting twist on the Chukka. I think it looks good from certain angles, but odd from others!

Cigar MCTs first wearing View attachment 1543801

Mark, wow those are looking truly sharp and are a great combination with your awesome trousers!!!

Cigar as well
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MadHat, those PCT Boots are looking truly superb and a great design! I hope that you are enjoying them today!

Old jeans and snuff suede for wingtip Wednesday.

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Doc, those Snuff Suede Gunboats are looking sharp. They have a nice rich color and work nice with the jeans!

Tankers gonna tank

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Hah, them Tanks are looking good in that snow! Looking sharp and a great combo there!

Crazy lace wingtip Wednesday View attachment 1543940

AuDog, you are looking superb in your WT Boots. A great look with the brass hardware!!!

Kingtip Wednesday:

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Hard to believe I've had these for just over a year now. Time flies...

Woof, those King Wings are looking superb and you are wearing them very well! Yeah, time truly does go fast! Especially these days...

-Mike

 

[frankmartin]

Yes, it will definitely set off the metal detector. Metal detectors are designed to detect steel shanks. That's their job.

I have to wonder if brass nails in the heels are enough to set off a metal detector on their own. Seems like some makers don't use steel shanks but still do use nails in the heel.

 

[mdubs]

Maiden Voyage on Whiskey Wednesday
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Sanomnia, those Perf Tip Bluchers are looking great and you are wearing them very well!!! A great model that I haven't really seen much before!!

-Mike

 

[mdubs]

Wingtip Wednesday. Alden Snuff Suede WT Monks.

-Mike

 

[FatTuesday]

I have to wonder if brass nails in the heels are enough to set off a metal detector on their own. Seems like some makers don't use steel shanks but still do use nails in the heel.

Not in my experience. I can get thru US metal detectors with AE shoes (wood shanks). Not with Alden.

 

[scurvyfreedman]

Alden still uses metal shanks, right? Curious if that will set off the metal detector at airport security (I have TSA-pre and don't want to have to remove my shoes).

As a pre-check and Clear user, who used to fly at least once a month for work, but sometimes as frequently as three trips a month, I would only wear Alden slip ons to travel. I would always wear English shoes with a wood or fiberglas shank if I was wearing a suit or go totally casual if my meeting were the next day. Alden boots are not uncommon in my luggage, even if it's a short trip.

 

[woofmang]

Woof, those King Wings are looking superb and you are wearing them very well! Yeah, time truly does go fast! Especially these days...

-Mike

Thanks, Mike!

 

[Alden Northwest]

Yes, it will definitely set off the metal detector. Metal detectors are designed to detect steel shanks. That's their job.

Reminds me of the time I wore a pair of Alden boots to a concert venue. The security guy gave me a serious double take when I informed him that I was setting off his wand due to the shank in my boot. Apparently that word carries different connotations for most people.

 

[savvysartorial]

Modified longwing Wednesday

 

[Thrift Couture]

W.W.