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  1. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2018 - News, Pictures, Clothing, Accessories, etc.

    Expose them to sunlight.
  3. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2018 - News, Pictures, Clothing, Accessories, etc.

    Ordered mine yesterday.
  4. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I'd say pretty good, maybe a half dozen wears. Either that, or I am not lacing them as tightly at the top. At first, I especially noticed some difficulty and discomfort going up and down stairs due to the limited ankle flexion. I don't notice that now.
  5. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     Walnut Strands
  6. Olifter

    ***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

    I have nothing to do with this, but thought it interesting. Ravello Day Tripper boots, $3249 starting bid, 38 watching, zero bids: http://www.ebay.com/itm/131396371559?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
  7. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I have brown, burnished Merlot and walnut Strands and I wear them with a variety of suits. Regarding dark charcoal, I usually go with brown or Merlot, but I will on occasion wear walnut. I think you'll find the oxblood to be very versatile and I would get that prior to getting walnut.
  8. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

    My first AE shells, brown PAs, came in last week. Tried them on in the store, they fit fine. This morning, on the carpet, I noticed significant squeaking. The heel is definitely where it is located, my foot rubbing on the inside of the shoe. There is a little bowing, which isn't a problem...
  9. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     How long did you end up waiting? I'm about five weeks waiting for my brown shell PAs.
  10. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

    I have a pair of formal (patent leather) AEs I picked up brand new off eBay about three years ago. They are balmorals, no name and I assume they are a discontinued model as they are not on their web site. They are vary nice and I got a great deal, I suppose so anyway, since I cannot remember...
  11. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     My vote would go to the oxblood. But, I really like the color. I ordered some brown shell PAs during the RDA sale. Then, the holiday catalog arrives with the new color. I had the PAs shipped to the store because I didn't want them left on the porch. I'm going to have a tough time...
  12. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     Same here. I wanted to get a pair of brown shell PAs during the RDA sale. Local store did not have any shell, so I had to order them, have them made. They told me it will take about six weeks. They charged my CC and it already hit the account. I figure it doesn't matter, as I expect...
  13. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

    Can anyone tell me how the 2 and 8 lasts compare to the 5 last? Thanks.
  14. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     Not on mine.
  15. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I think you'll be happy. I have 4 of the Manistee Belts (brown, walnut, burgundy and black). They go perfectly with Strands and the Lexington. I'm ordering some brown shell PAs and when I pick them up I'll probably try to find one of their dress belts to match.
  16. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I believe it was last fall. It was an Internet special, $279, I think. I went through the local retailer and had them place the order because I did not want them left on the porch. They're among my favorites and I also find it strange that burgundy is not a permanent option for the Strand.
  17. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     The Merlot Strand was burnished and I picked up a pair as a web gem. I ordered them through the local store and the associate mentioned they might add them to the regular lineup. So there is a chance. I picked up a burnished Merlot Manistee belt at the same time.
  18. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     You might look at the Strand.
  19. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     Maybe, depending on what you have going on in any particular day. I wear mine with gray and charcoal suits, occasionally navy. I usually favor burgundy or dark brown, and pretty much go with walnut or black as a change of pace.
  20. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I also find the Barrie last very comfortable in 9.5 D. The 5 last is comfortable (not as much as the Barrie but certainly acceptable) in 10 E. I know everyone is different, but try a 10 E.
  21. Olifter

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

     I go up one width on the 5 last. It seems most do, at least, some go up two. Try an E and/or EE.
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