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[mediahound]

So I guess you decided the Aldens were worth the premium over the Amoks you previously tried out?

indeed. ended up returning the Amoks.

 

[kwhitelaw]

i saw Ravello @ JCrew men's shop in NYC

recently?

 

[Papa Doble]



indeed. ended up returning the Amoks. 

I've never handled Alden suede myself, but based on what I've read here, I bet you will be happy with the Aldens.

 

[mediahound]

I've never handled Alden suede myself, but based on what I've read here, I bet you will be happy with the Aldens.

it's definitely better and the fit and comfort is a lot better too. the Amoks were okay for the price, but did feel and fit sorta cheapy in comparison.

 

[bespoken pa]



it's definitely better and the fit and comfort is a lot better too. the Amoks were okay for the price, but did feel and fit sorta cheapy in comparison. 

MH could you expand on cheapy? Lose stiching, poor welt integrity etc.

that sounds good! thanks

it's definitely better and the fit and comfort is a lot better too. the Amoks were okay for the price, but did feel and fit sorta cheapy in comparison. 

that sounds good! thanks

 

[mediahound]

MH could you expand on cheapy? Lose stiching, poor welt integrity etc.

mostly the Amoks seemed cheapy in terms of the fit and finish overall. i didn't see any issues with the stitching or the welt although i much prefer the distinctive side stitching pattern of the Aldens.

the Amoks are a lower quality, cheaper made shoe than the Alden. they should be at half the price though.

 

[hypomnema]



Anyone aware of any retailers with LWBs in colors other than color 8 or black? I've searched the most common places without success. I know they're rare and coveted.

As of two days ago there were a handful of whiskey LWB available at Citishoes in NYC. Call and ask for Voltaire. (Yes, that is his name). Good luck!

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brooks-Brot...7316220?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item5d3ee77afc

For anyone 9C in the aberdeen, this is a downright bargain even at the BIN price. It is the 2160. Thank me later.

 

[bespoken pa]



mostly the Amoks seemed cheapy in terms of the fit and finish overall. i didn't see any issues with the stitching or the welt although i much prefer the distinctive side stitching pattern of the Aldens.

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 the Amoks are a lower quality, cheaper made shoe than the Alden. they should be at half the price though. 
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I picked up a pair of seconds mega cheap, just wanted to know if there were any inheritant issues with construction or materials. Thanks

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]



bit the bullet on these and wearing today. unlined snuff suede chukkas (leydon last): fit is tts, but did anyone else find they had to also size up in width?

Those are nice. I have found there are 3 options with Leydon: TTS (9.5D), TTS plus one width (9.5E), up half size (10D). I understand some retailers only stock Leydons in E width - the thinking being that the Leydon E is like a D.

 

[mediahound]

I picked up a pair of seconds mega cheap, just wanted to know if there were any inheritant issues with construction or materials. Thanks

the one thing that seems to be a consistent complaint with the AE Amok is that they can tend to develop squeaking while walking.

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]



I've never handled Alden suede myself, but based on what I've read here, I bet you will be happy with the Aldens.

Alden suede is nice. I have it in dark brown, mocha kid, and snuff. Never had problems with any of them.

 

[mediahound]

Those are nice.

I have found there are 3 options with Leydon: TTS (9.5D), TTS plus one width (9.5E), up half size (10D). I understand some retailers only stock Leydons in E width - the thinking being that the Leydon E is like a D.

yep, def. sounds about right to me.

 

[katch]

recently?

as of a cpl weeks ago..They are the Ravello LWB with metal eyelets

 

[TactileOne]

Am I the only one here who favors the SWB over the LWB?