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[docalden2013]

I'm sending the CXL chukkas back. They do rub my pinky toe a bit where I could see it being an issue over a long day and I was getting heel slippage with them. It's so strange how the same shoe with various materials fits slightly differently.

So sorry to hear that. My cxl chukkas surprisingly fit tighter than my other cxls in the same size. More money to put toward some other fun Aldens hopefully soon!

 

[docalden2013]

Broke out the whiskey this morning:

In some companies, that's grounds for firing. Unless, of course, you work at Stirling, Cooper, Draper, Pryce. Nice shine!

 

[adamf009]

Case for Alden calf and calf longevity. Got these in 2004 and they were worn heavily for two years in a two shoe rotation. I actually had a local cobbler do a half sole replacement when I didn't know any better. They are now on their third sole which is an Alden restoration job. They have reached veteran status and get worn a couple of times a month now but still fail to disappoint. I never babied them but am pretty good about using overshoes. Polished no more than 4x per year. Alden makes quality calf.

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]



Case for Alden calf and calf longevity. Got these in 2004 and they were worn heavily for two years in a two shoe rotation. I actually had a local cobbler do a half sole replacement when I didn't know any better. They are now on their third sole which is an Alden restoration job. They have reached veteran status and get worn a couple of times a month now but still fail to disappoint. I never babied them but am pretty good about using overshoes. Polished no more than 4x per year. Alden makes quality calf.

Well done.

I have found Alden's shell, calf, and suede to be rather durable.

 

[tifosi]



In some companies, that's grounds for firing. Unless, of course, you work at Stirling, Cooper, Draper, Pryce. Nice shine!

Thanks! I have eliminated vigorous brushing after wiping down and substituted more vigorous buffing. I am much happier with the results.

 

[Vicious49]

I'm certainly going to bite the bullet and get those Unlined LHS in the next corporate sale.

Same here. With the lower vamp, I think the unlined ones would suit my foot better.

So sorry to hear that. My cxl chukkas surprisingly fit tighter than my other cxls in the same size. More money to put toward some other fun Aldens hopefully soon!

Good to know it wasn't just me that thought they were tighter. I've gotten very picky with the fit of my shoes now. I made a lot of mistakes early on but now am pretty quick to send anything back if it doesn't fit perfectly. I sometimes still get stuck with something that might not be the best fit because sometimes you just can't tell until after you've used them in a real world scenario. Walking on carpet isn't the same as walking on concrete for a mile or two.

 

[TommyB]

The wait is end!

Thanks a bunch! SF troops!!

Sweet!

 

[epc2]



The wait is end!

Ravello Chukka with his friends

Now with his family

Thanks a bunch! SF troops!!

Teeka ,

Which AE model is the belt?, looks like a perfect match.

Thanks,

 

[Teeka]



Very nice setup! Enjoy your Chukkas.

Thanks Mike! I will

Sweet!

Thanks TommyB!

Teeka ,

Which AE model is the belt?, looks like a perfect match.

Thanks,

This model w/ the discount too
http://m.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF96036_1_40000000001_-1_

 

[coinopcollector]

Are these the 2146? Looking awfully good my friend!

Thanks and yes they are 2146.

 

[Papa Doble]



Ravello today in the morning sun.

Spoiler

Looking good. The ravello PTB is a personal favorite.

 

[Shouldaville]

After the 975 talk, lining up a long mdubs inspired side shot. They may be gunboats, but the heel alone could serve as a weapon.

 

[tampatravel]

 

[SerialComma]



I have them both and nothing beats the suede for spring and summer.....I wore them a ton with shorts and no socks last summer but personally would not do so with the CXL

Curious, do you find one more comfortable than the other? Aside from going sockless in suede, that is. And this could be a question for anyone with the CXL version: Have you experienced much stretch? I have a pair of Oak Street CXL shoes that stretched a **** ton.

 

[Shouldaville]

Ha ha...forgot all about that. Without GWB's catlike reflexes and a 975, it could have been President Cheney!