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I have never owned, tried on, or worn a pair of AE's
If your budget is $300 ish, try the C&J Edgware, or maybe the Hallam. I find it extremely versatile, and was one of my first better shoes. Its listed a bit higher than your range in the link I provided, but you can find it discounted, perhaps on eBay often. Check the eBay seller Sausages (also a member here) and SalsaLocust for perpetual good deals on C&J seconds that usually always end at $325 USD.