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[epc2]

Anybody here owns the Michigan boot? Wondering if people go TTS or 1/2'size down , boot is on Van last and I keep hearing that boots on Barrie fit smaller than shoes , if same theory applies to Van boots I guess TTS should be the way to go?

Thanks.

 

[halfnhalfnhalf]

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Yeah, I figured as much. Thanks for confirming. At least now I can just get on with my (shoe) life.

 

[coinopcollector]

Can anyone shed some light on this boot?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321575655457?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

I have never seen it before but think its my new grail. If only these were a 10 or 10.5 D.

I have the TSM Ravello WT boot on the way and am not excited/ don't really want them. Anyone have this boot and want to trade?

 

[aldenwear]



half size for boot is not significant. 11.5D should work for you. I will take 11.5D(Bronze eyelets) if I were you.

My experience is different. My brannock size is 7.5e. I have tried 8d in grant and they felt like clown shoes. My advice I s to get shoes that fit you, not shoes that don't.

 

[Shouldaville]

Can anyone shed some light on this boot?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321575655457?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

I have never seen it before but think its my new grail. If only these were a 10 or 10.5 D.

I have the TSM Ravello WT boot on the way and am not excited/ don't really want them. Anyone have this boot and want to trade?

It was a recent run likely meant for an overseas retailer. Something happened and DC sold it instead. About a dozen pair and all E width. Nice example of why Alden needs more Aberdeen boots.

 

[mdubs]



It was a recent run likely meant for an overseas retailer. Something happened and DC sold it instead. About a dozen pair and all E width. Nice example of why Alden needs more Aberdeen boots.

Can anyone shed some light on this boot?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321575655457?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

I have never seen it before but think its my new grail. If only these were a 10 or 10.5 D.

I have the TSM Ravello WT boot on the way and am not excited/ don't really want them. Anyone have this boot and want to trade?

Exactly, but I had heard that she only got about 6 pairs.

 

[stevefok]



My experience is different. My brannock size is 7.5e. I have tried 8d in grant and they felt like clown shoes. My advice I s to get shoes that fit you, not shoes that don't.

I think its not the same case, as he already tried on the actual shoes rather than using the brannock as a convecter.

 

[tifosi]



Hope to bump into you somewhere in Philly. I have yet to come across a fellow alden/shell cordovan fan. Would be great to spot some ravello wt boots out in the wild.

I live in Conshohocken and work out in Malvern. You?

I wish there was an SF Alden meet up!

I'm only about 20 min outside of Philly and I'd be on an Alden meet up!

 

[chrisefi]



I'm only about 20 min outside of Philly and I'd be on an Alden meet up!

I'm up for it!

 

[tampatravel]

Y'all should do a meet up down here in Tampa in a month or so! #NoSaltStains

 

[kwhitelaw]

only alden I can pack when going to FLL are 986 , I dont know how you do it

 

[Shouldaville]

Exactly, but I had heard that she only got about 6 pairs.

I'd trust your memory over mine...I was too sad sending my pair back. I think another member in Chicago ended up with it. It was also a 9.5E like the listing, but without the Horween stamp.

 

[loanshark]

Can anyone shed some light on this boot?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321575655457?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

I have never seen it before but think its my new grail. If only these were a 10 or 10.5 D.

I have the TSM Ravello WT boot on the way and am not excited/ don't really want them. Anyone have this boot and want to trade?

I have nothing to trade other than dollars, but I would take the Ravello WT off your hands for you if they're 10D

 

[Mr.K]

Looking for help if possible from other forum members. I am trying to locate a maker or company that has a #8!color close to it o-ring belt. I have not had any luck yet finding a source. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[BFisher244]

Back to the shoe buffing, now got the pile of shoes in the "To Do" list back under control!!! Just got to finish my Cigars and then do Ravellos/Whiskeys...

So far I have done the:

• Cigar LHSes
• Cappuccino Jeffersons
• Cigar PTBs on Plaza
• Cigar Cap Toe Bluchers
• Cigar "Alt Wien" Boots

Still to do today:

• Marlow WT Bluchers
• Lindricks WT Boots
• Ravello LWBs from JCrew
• Ravello PTBs

Tomorrow is Whiskey Buff Monday (although I may move some to today...):

• Whiskey LHSes
• Whiskey Full-Straps
• Whiskey Wingtip Balmorals
• Whiskey Cap Toe Boots by C&J

Gosh... :-/

-Mike

pics?