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Thoughts on these Alden boots

JayJay

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I think so. I have the boot in both calf and shell cordovan, and like them alot.
 

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I know this question is asked in every Alden thread, but if I've never bought a pair of their shoes before, I normally wear a 10 in other shoes, would I need a 9.5 in these, or would I be better off in a 10 given I may wear heavier socks in the winter?
 

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Originally Posted by kylelovesyou
I know this question is asked in every Alden thread, but if I've never bought a pair of their shoes before, I normally wear a 10 in other shoes, would I need a 9.5 in these, or would I be better off in a 10 given I may wear heavier socks in the winter?
They're on the Barrie last so if I were you I'd get a 9.5 even though you plan to wear them with heavier socks.
 

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Originally Posted by kylelovesyou
Thanks! This was a very helpful thread.
By the way, I prefer the boot in shell. I like my calf ones, but I reach for the shell boots most often. They're great boots so I'm sure you'll like either version.
 

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These make quite a statement. A mix of classic style and wingtip. Nice detail and color.
 

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A perfect skinhead boot. Look respectable at work, and then go and behave like a hooligan at night.
 

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Wait, are the eyelets perfectly aligned?
 

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I went with the calf instead of the shell, partly because I didn't want to spend another $200, but also because I really like the texture on the calf version. Can't wait to get these!
 

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Originally Posted by kylelovesyou
I went with the calf instead of the shell, partly because I didn't want to spend another $200, but also because I really like the texture on the calf version. Can't wait to get these!

Seriously, good choice. That burgundy scotch grain is gorgeous. You should post some pictures when they arrive.
 

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