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[PhiPsi32]

OTC socks are the mark of a true gentleman.

 

[PhiPsi32]

Maiden voyage today for my Color 8 PTBs from Tom Austin.

You're making me regret the lack of shell cordovan in my collection. Nice combo with the socks and denim.

 

[Edgein]

Kashiwa, They look good on. Jealous! Although the argyle OTC's are hard to beat!

 

[matty long legs]

Saxon Shoes (Richmond, VA) is no longer stocking Alden and expanding their selection of Allen Edmonds, so what's left of their Alden selection is 25% off: shell cordovan penny loafers ($625), and Cape Cod horsebit loafers ($325). The saleswoman said any remaining stock would be 50% off after July 4th. If you're an irregular size you'd probably have better luck.

 

[Edgein]

"Just when I thought I was out... they pull me back in."

 

[Kashiwa]



You're making me regret the lack of shell cordovan in my collection.  Nice combo with the socks and denim.

Kashiwa,  They look good on.  Jealous!  Although the argyle OTC's are hard to beat!

Thanks! Just glad Tom Austin still had these in stock, and for such a great price.

 

[david3558]

Seriously, PTBs look great but I hate the damn Barrie last. Why the hell is everything made on it - argh.

 

[Kashiwa]

^^ I'm not sure why the Barrie last needs to be so shallow in the heel. Is there a logical explanation for this? I understand that some people may have wider heels and the extra width may be necessary (although I would question whether the width of the Barrie is really appropriate for most people). But why such a shallow heel?

Moulded shoe recently blogged on the Barrie vs. Modified. That extra height in the heel sure would help me, I think.



http://mouldedshoe.tumblr.com/post/24474857091/alden-barrie-last-and-modified-last-measurements

 

[rustledjimmies]

going to colorado in october..

looking for a boot to wear....would the 404 Kudu style be decent to stand up to rain..snow...dirt...?

 

[blue collar]

Ravello SWB in the wild. The low 6am sun made these look pretty orange.

 

[blue collar]



going to colorado in october..

looking for a boot to wear....would the 404 Kudu style be decent to stand up to rain..snow...dirt...?

Totally. Probably the best suited boot from Alden's line. The lug sole on that boot is the key.

 

[trig]

oh darn, still so jealous of those ravello swb.

 

[rustledjimmies]

Totally. Probably the best suited boot from Alden's line. The lug sole on that boot is the key.

figured so...if i can't find one at a decent price...gonna beat up my indy 403s....in the weather.

 

[fitchottie]

fyi, have some Alden, Yuketen and Allen Edmonds for sale... Please check SIg.

 

[pic9809]

Ravello SWB in the wild. The low 6am sun made these look pretty orange.

stunning!

enjoy and wear in good health