My New OneShoe, by Alfred Sargent

Hi, if I'd have just seen them on their own, I would have thought "nice, but not for me". However, they look surprising good on your feet. Well done. You've really got me thinking about having a pair done.

I guess this does go to show that the proof is in the wearing.

Enjoy and wear in good health.

Look forward to seeing your boots.

Clint

Great shoes. I love them.

So similar to the C&J Kempton one of my favourites.

Unlike marriage partners, I cannot just stick with one when it comes to shoes.

But to each his own, enjoy your OneShoe

Originally Posted by Neofinitia

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Those are quite nice. Not for me, but quite noice. It looks great with the motorcycle outfit.

I would not dare wear them with shorts.
Nice shoes. They're not a style I prefer, but they're quite nice.

Originally Posted by lee_44106

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Unlike marriage partners, I cannot just stick with one when it comes to shoes.

But to each his own, enjoy your OneShoe

I'm starting to believe I could make do with just longwings, but in a variety of different colors.

Originally Posted by JayJay

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I'm starting to believe I could make do with just longwings, but in a variety of different colors.

Yeah,you can have 5-6 different colours: Black,Cigar,Whiskey,#8,Ravello.Am I missing anything?

Why is the OneShoe always a loafer or blucher? I would consider a dark brown captoe balmoral (like the one in my sig ) to be the OneShoe...if I wanted one shoe.

Look very well made, but not my bag. How do they work as a motorcycle boot?

Definitely an elegant shoe, IMO. The look comfortable.

Originally Posted by acidicboy

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...I'm also kinda on the No Purchase Club right now with some of our resources put in the victims' relief effort...
Oh no. Another typhoon is coming? I am joining you on the club and am sending money. Crazy.

Originally Posted by clintonf

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Hi, if I'd have just seen them on their own, I would have thought "nice, but not for me". However, they look surprising good on your feet. Well done. You've really got me thinking about having a pair done...
Thanks Clint. I don't think you'd be disappointed. A very practical and beautiful shoe.

Originally Posted by Christofuh

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If cats wore shoes, I think these would be high on their list.

Originally Posted by culverwood

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Great shoes. I love them.

So similar to the C&J Kempton one of my favourites.
Thank you. I've only seen the Kempton in store pictures. Do you have any pics of your own? Someone makes a similar pair for New and Lingwood too, and AS has a new RTW version on the 106 last. But no one makes them RTW w/ Dainite soles. Seems like a perfect fit. If someone does, I hope they'll send me some royalties! Or better yet, send them to the victims of the many recent disasters in Asia.

Originally Posted by lee_44106

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Unlike marriage partners, I cannot just stick with one when it comes to shoes.

But to each his own, enjoy your OneShoe

I know someone who is happy about the first part! And I agree w/ both parts. But if I could only have one...

Originally Posted by JayJay

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Nice shoes. They're not a style I prefer, but they're quite nice.
Thanks J. I have one pair of longwings and enjoy them a lot. I think they'd be about #10 on my list.

Originally Posted by distinctive

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Look very well made, but not my bag. How do they work as a motorcycle boot?
They're definitely not a boot. And I wouldn't wear them for anything more than short urban commutes at less than 35 mph. But their soles make them grip well, which is essential for backing up a few hundred pounds of steel (no reverse), and for stability when coming to a stop on hills.

Originally Posted by HORNS

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Definitely an elegant shoe, IMO. The look comfortable.
Thanks H. Hope to see you at a meet someday.

Originally Posted by forex

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Yeah,you can have 5-6 different colours: Black,Cigar,Whiskey,#8,Ravello.Am I missing anything?
For the Alden colors, I think this is it. Enough for me.

Btw, I wanted to acknowledge the craftspeople at AS who did a marvelous job. Here are some pictures from the factory: This is just a selection from several pics they sent to tide me over while I waited. Such a treat to see the many hands that worked to bring these phenomenal shoes to me. I will enjoy them for decades to come. Thank you!

Originally Posted by emptym

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If cats wore shoes, I think these would be high on their list.
The RJ cat once puked on some new EG shoe bags. I felt like he was trying to tell me something, but I was not sure what.

Originally Posted by RJman

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I like them.

yes but you also like butterfly loafers.