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[mcarthur]



"This makeup is likely
to never appear again given the recent indefinite shortages from
Horween."

Classic.

nephew,
I am not in agreement with your assumption because I believe that the ravello lwb will at least will be available in a retailor within the next 18 months. If a am incorrect, I will make a contribution in your name to the Wound Warrior Project

 

[sacafotos]

That Styleforum SW #8 looks rad, but the Alt Wien that Epaulet does in #8 with antique is close enough for me. I'd love a SW whiskey blucher though.

 

[sacafotos]

And I think Unionmade and Leffot are two of the best retailers in terms of offering unique makeups.

 

[Alpina]

I have a question. Has anyone tried to "antique" the edges on a pair of Alden #9901 Black Shell Cordovan PTB's? Either a brand new pair or by having it done on a re-craft? I like the look of the Alden for Unionmade PTB in Black Regina Grain Calf:

But I'd rather the upper be black shell instead of calfskin. Definitely a more casual look with the antiqued edge trim, but that's what I'm going for with these.

Ben

I'm expecting recrafted 975s back from B Nelson any time now. I assumed the original black welt would remain, but Nick emailed me to confirm what color edging and welt I wanted. I'd be thrilled if he replaced the welt as well...we'll see. I will post pics when they arrive.

 

[dslonghorn4]

Cigar CT Boots, maiden voyage today.

 

[mcarthur]

black lhs
argyles otc

 

[intensanity]



Cigar CT Boots, maiden voyage today.

Nice! Did you end up with the 9.5Ds? I got a call from Kathy and crew a few weeks back.

 

[tifosi]



Cigar CT Boots, maiden voyage today.

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Great looking boots! The first of many wears, hopefully.

 

[Beatlegeuse]



nephew,
I am not in agreement with your assumption because I believe that the ravello lwb will at least will be available in a retailor within the next 18 months. If a am incorrect, I will make a contribution in your name to the Wound Warrior Project

I agree 100% uncle Mac...I was just quoting a line from a ridiculous eBay post trying to sell Ravello LWBs for $1700. I actually should have some Ravello soon...wingtip boot from TSM should be ready within the next 4 months or so.

 

[Shouldaville]

Unbelievable how much the 9.5D cigar cap toes were passed around/over. I was one spot out, and the 10Ds were gone immediately. At least I'll be first for the new "black cigar" when it comes around again.

With the cooler weather, I wore the Color 8 today. The right shoe is trying hard to make up for its ugly cap crease with some nice color variation as it ages.

 

[mcarthur]



I agree 100% uncle Mac...I was just quoting a line from a ridiculous eBay post trying to sell Ravello LWBs for $1700. I actually should have some Ravello soon...wingtip boot from TSM should be ready within the next 4 months or so.

nephew,
sorry, I missed your quote. looking forward to picture of ravello wt boot. my offer still stands

 

[Shawnc]



975s today. Getting creative with my skylight light. Exposed the selvedge for the young bucks.

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Some things will never go out of style. King for a reason. Very nice coolarrow.

Leathersoul are the only ones to do a SWB in Ravello.

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I've got 2 different ravello boots coming this winter. If either has this shade I will be ecstatic.

Nice! Did you end up with the 9.5Ds? I got a call from Kathy and crew a few weeks back.

Got the call for the 9.5's about a month ago. This is the first time I'm questioning my decision. These are a very nice shade of cigar. Not super dark like some I've seen.

Unbelievable how much the 9.5D cigar cap toes were passed around/over. I was one spot out, and the 10Ds were gone immediately. At least I'll be first for the new "black cigar" when it comes around again. With the cooler weather, I wore the Color 8 today. The right shoe is trying hard to make up for its ugly cap crease with some nice color variation as it ages.

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Man, I have got to me me a pair of 8 Captoes. Stunning. There is nothing 'ugly' about those boots.

 

[dslonghorn4]



Nice! Did you end up with the 9.5Ds? I got a call from Kathy and crew a few weeks back.

Thanks. They're actually 8.5Es that were not assigned to anyone on the list. Perfect fit.

 

[Beatlegeuse]



nephew,
sorry, I missed your quote. looking forward to picture of ravello wt boot. my offer still stands

I hope you're correct, because I don't want to wait 18 months for the boots! I already waited 3+ for another pre-order that never came to fruition, so hopefully the timeline on these is quicker. Ed said they are confirmed with Alden already, so it shouldn't be much longer. I will post pics as soon as they arrive!

 

[chewbocka]

I used Saphir Reno on my Indy CXL's, but it wasn't really necessary. it ended up turning the white stitching around the moc toe a brownish color. just use a brush to keep 'em clean

God, I did this too and the nice white stitching turned brown. I noticed it happen to about half of one shoe and by then it was too late. I had to complete the brown thread look on both shoes. I was so sad.