The Alden Buy, Sell, Trade (B/S/T) Thread

[marlborough]

WTB Alden loafers, ideally 986, 8.5D or 8.5E, bnib or nearly unworn — would love to see rare shells but would consider #8 and non-shell

 

[Sneaky Pete]

WTB/WTT new or nearly new boots or long wings in 10-10.5

Not sure if these are nearly-new enough: Byron boots on Barrie in 10.5

 

[Shawnc]

Life choices come with exciting possibilities but also the need to make some tough decisions. I realize, given all that is going on around us, selling high-end shoes won’t register as tough with some, but dang, I love fine footwear.

It is with that preamble that I am pre-eBay posting 2 really special pieces. The Aldens are my LeatherSoul Anniversary Cigar Wings. These boots are on the Plaza last and sized 8.5D. They are an absolute amazing shade of Cigar and it is unlikely they will ever be replicated. I purchased these NIB for $1,500 from another SF member and they have, at most, 5 wears. Offered here at a pre-eBay price of $900. They are flanked by my Ravello Cap’s and Cigar Splits in the family shot to show just how unique the shape is on these beauties.



For those with champagne tastes, I am also moving my Cognac Shell & Snuff Suede EG Galway’s. I’ll let EG speak for these but I am the original owner and they have at most 2 wears. I can only recall one. Offered here at a pre-eBay price of $1,500. These are UK 8.5E. For reference, I am a 9D US.




Both come with manufacturer boxes and bags. Both prices are net to me but include domestic shipping. Will split international shipping costs.

Serious inquiries reach out for additional pic’s if needed. Curiosity seekers/unserious people, please wait for eBay listing.

 

[savvysartorial]

I am clearing out my closet and hope someone can enjoy these beauties as I have too many. I have 1 extra set of shoe trees which I will throw in free to someone who buys 2 pairs.

The photos don't do the leathers justice - I always hated how you can't capture the true beauty of shell in a photo.

I’m selling the below:

D2822HC - Cigar Shell Plain Toe boot
Size 10.5D, Barrie Last

Asking $1,200+ shipping. New in box with bags, no trees.


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D2853HC- Cigar Shell Punch Toe boot
Size 10.5D, Barrie Last

Asking $1,200+ shipping. New in box with bags, no trees. A nice Horween stamp peeking through on the left tongue.



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97285 - Shortwing Balmoral, Whiskey Shell
Size 11D, Tremont Last

Asking $950+ shipping. Lightly used, always brushed and treed. Has a "topy" sole covering and metal toe taps. Will ship with flannel AE bags and an AE box, if desired.



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563- Color 8 Tassel
Size 11.5C, Aberdeen Last

Asking $500+ shipping. Will ship with Alden box, not the original.


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I couldn't post photos of the soles of these due to photo limits on this post. See below for soles

Bump! The economy got everybody down on rare Aldens?

 

[savvysartorial]

WTB/WTT new or nearly new boots or long wings in 10-10.5

See my above post for 10.5 boots in various styles

 

[TheLawBeard]

Bump! The economy got everybody down on rare Aldens?

Yep. That and it seems there are more rare Aldens out there these days- especially on the secondhand market.

 

[Booter]

See my above post for 10.5 boots in various styles

Sorry - need 10 Trubalance/Barrie (would buy if)

 

[savvysartorial]

Yep. That and it seems there are more rare Aldens out there these days- especially on the secondhand market.

Interesting. Still fairly difficult to acquire various models from certain stores. I know the rest of the economy and pricing is killing everybody

Sorry - need 10 Trubalance/Barrie (would buy if)

Bummer, mine are 10.5D

 

[threeleggeddog]

Bump! The economy got everybody down on rare Aldens?

I’d do the 10.5 Barrie's in a second if the price wasn’t so high. Not sure the economy has gotten me down either - just not the prime customer for rare shell I guess

 

[MajorDash]

Life choices come with exciting possibilities but also the need to make some tough decisions. I realize, given all that is going on around us, selling high-end shoes won’t register as tough with some, but dang, I love fine footwear.

It is with that preamble that I am pre-eBay posting 2 really special pieces. The Aldens are my LeatherSoul Anniversary Cigar Wings. These boots are on the Plaza last and sized 8.5D. They are an absolute amazing shade of Cigar and it is unlikely they will ever be replicated. I purchased these NIB for $1,500 from another SF member and they have, at most, 5 wears. Offered here at a pre-eBay price of $900. They are flanked by my Ravello Cap’s and Cigar Splits in the family shot to show just how unique the shape is on these beauties.

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For those with champagne tastes, I am also moving my Cognac Shell & Snuff Suede EG Galway’s. I’ll let EG speak for these but I am the original owner and they have at most 2 wears. I can only recall one. Offered here at a pre-eBay price of $1,500. These are UK 8.5E. For reference, I am a 9D US.


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Both come with manufacturer boxes and bags. Both prices are net to me but include domestic shipping. Will split international shipping costs.

Serious inquiries reach out for additional pic’s if needed. Curiosity seekers/unserious people, please wait for eBay listing.

8.5D or 8.5E? Your signature says 8.5E, but your post says 8.5D.

 

[savvysartorial]

I’d do the 10.5 Barrie's in a second if the price wasn’t so high. Not sure the economy has gotten me down either - just not the prime customer for rare shell I guess

PM'ed

 

[Shawnc]

8.5D or 8.5E? Your signature says 8.5E, but your post says 8.5D.

Appreciate the call-out MD. The Plaza Wings are 8.5D.

 

[Thrift Couture]

For sale, Restoration Cigar PTB, 9.5 B/D, great shape, $550. Thanks for looking!

Alden 93911 9.5 D B/D Cigar Shell Cordovan Plain Toe Blucher Barrie Last RARE | eBay

ALDEN Restoration Cigar Shell Cordovan PTB 93911 Barrie last 9.5 B/D. ALDEN RESTORATION 93911 PTB. Very good pre-owned condition. Insoles are in good shape, minor wear of the logos on the heel pads, slight wear in heel area.

www.ebay.com

 

[gnu]

Closet cleaning. Happy to send more pics.

Todd Snyder x Alden Tobacco Chamois Indy, Plantation Crepe
Size 10D, Trubalance
Worn twice
Have bags, no box
$375 shipped OBO (PP F&F)

Alden x TSM #8 Shell Indy, Commando -- SOLD
Size 10D, Trubalance
Worn ~5 times
Have bags and box
$600 shipped OBO (PP F&F)

 

[Shawnc]

Closet cleaning. Happy to send more pics.

Todd Snyder x Alden Tobacco Chamois Indy, Plantation Crepe
Size 10D, Trubalance
Worn twice
Have bags, no box
$375 shipped OBO (PP F&F)
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Alden x TSM #8 Shell Indy, Commando
Size 10D, Trubalance
Worn ~5 times
Have bags and box
$600 shipped OBO (PP F&F)
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Cigar Indy’s are gorgeous and an incredible deal. Was thinking about a pair on eBay listed for $1,300 and not as nice as yours. Good luck but I doubt that you’ll need it. At that price, those beauties won’t last long.