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[K. Nights]

Why is cigar shell so much more expensive than #8? Is it simply a supply/demand issue?

 

[mdubs]

If you are new to the Alden shell game and take an 8 US, why not start with a Ravello full strap loafer:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Alden-R...8443079?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item20e31032c7

These are available (not my auction) and look to be slight irregulars. But if I were you, I would consider picking them up at a fair price. Cheers.

As I am normally an 8.5US for Edward Green, Carmina, and Church's, do you guys think an 8US in Alden will do just fine? Am I right that Alden's sizing runs large? Thank you.

As bespoken has said, it depends on the Last. The Aberdeen last, of which the full-strap loafer is on, is Alden's narrowest last. It probably won't be a good fit for you. Although they are beautiful, not point in a beauty that doesn't fit.

-Mike

 

[mdubs]

As per a request here a few days back, I wore my Brown CXL Dovers. This was their maiden voyage.

Beginning of the Day:











End of the Day:


Definitely got a little wrinkle going on. Just from looking at them from the onset, I knew the right shoe was going to wrinkle more as it had some lines formed before I even put them on my feet. Super light weight and comfy, which was nice on this 80 degree San Diego day.

-Mike

 

[mdubs]

Why is cigar shell so much more expensive than #8? Is it simply a supply/demand issue?

Frankly, I can not figure this out myself. Older Cigar Shell used to have a lighter hue to it and showed more of the flaws in the hide, newer Cigar is as dark as #8. Don't think they need perfection to hide flaws there...

Old: Note the lighter finish...


New: Note the dark rich color (ignore the vamp, which is abnormally light)...



-Mike

 

[kwhitelaw]

sigh

I wish new cigar was the same as old

these admittedly horrible photos of my chukkas are exactly how I wish it was still offered. I'd buy almost every shoe I have in that shade if I could

 

[mdubs]

All, saw this today... Alden of Carmel has an Alden Whole-Cut Oxford. Thought that it was pretty cool and probably one of the nicest looking whole-cuts that I have seen, being made on the Aberdeen last. I have always found whole-cuts pretty interesting shoes!

http://www.alden-of-carmel.com/Shoes-Black_Formal_Dress_Shoe_329.htm

-Mike

 

[esoxm]

Late night at the office in my plaza sw cigar boots.

 

[mdubs]

Late night at the office in my plaza sw cigar boots.

I would suffer if I had those guys on!

-M

 

[NAMOR]

damn those are beautiful

 

[MrDV]

Aloha folks, I made the pilgrimage to leather soul hawaii today. The store is so very nice and the staff is very helpful. They have 40 - 50 different alden shoes and boots. I was surprised to see only ONE pair of alden shell shoes. One pair of black shell lwbs in one size. I was disappointed not to see more cordovan or alpine grain. They do have an amazing selection of Edward Greene, John lobb, etc...
I left empty handed, but helped my father in law buy his first Aldens, cxl indys.

Tom's #4-black shell saddles (you can drool, but not buy)

 

[MrDV]



Late night at the office in my plaza sw cigar boots.

Sweet boots, well done sir.

 

[tifosi]



If you are new to the Alden shell game and take an 8 US, why not start with a Ravello full strap loafer: 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Alden-Ravello-Shell-Cordovan-Full-Strap-Loafer-8D-/141248443079?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item20e31032c7

These are available (not my auction) and look to be slight irregulars.  But if I were you, I would consider picking them up at a fair price. Cheers. 

Why you gotta blow up the auction I'm watching???? LOL

 

[Byron Perez]

Hahaha!

Why you gotta blow up the auction I'm watching???? LOL

Might be too small for me as bespoken said above.

 

[tifosi]



Hahaha!
Might be too small for me as bespoken said above.

They are most likely too small for me as well. This is the second time they are being listed. I was surprised when they didn't sell last time. $10 lower starting price this time.

 

[Byron Perez]



They are most likely too small for me as well. This is the second time they are being listed. I was surprised when they didn't sell last time. $10 lower starting price this time.

Hmmm... A size 7.5UK on Carmina fits me just right. If I'm not mistaken, a 7.5UK is 8.5US, right? If so, this 8US Alden Ravello loafer may indeed be small for me.

Since when was this item listed on eBay?