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[Steel28]



I understand many people like Alden's plain toe boots. Great. Buy them. Enjoy.

But, I do not really care for them. And part of my original comment was paying a hefty premium for them due to re-importantion/ shipping is silly; this is also my opinion. 

I am willing to wager Ravello plain toe boots will become available through a U.S.-based retailer eventually. But I understand someone's eagerness to acquire a less common style.  

Modified last rare shell makeup not being made in N America. You can read "Modified last petition" thread in CM.

Moulded Shoe might cook something up in the future but you never know!


I'm going to let go my Leffot Tankers worn once indoors, oh well.

 

[mdubs]



My cigar contribution.

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Great looking Cigar Cap Toes!

Whiskey gunboats

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These have a really nice color and the laces are a nice touch.

ravello wt, argyles otc

Yeah, these are amazing as always!!! I really like this particular color and pattern.

Anyone on the fence with the modified ravello plain toes pull the trigger! 24 now, first pair of 404s from Barneys sale at 21, then 403s a few months later and then this pair from B&S

I have to say, that I am with Smoothie. I dig the PTB and Chukkas, but the Plain Toe Boot is outside of my taste preference. Even in this killer Ravello color. But that is good, as there is one less person to compete with for them! Who knows, my tastes grow and change over time. -Mike

 

[bespoken pa]

$1200 for a PT Boot, nope not for me. If funds did not matter my answer may be different.

 

[rydenfan]



Modified last rare shell makeup not being made in N America. You can read "Modified last petition" thread in CM.

Moulded Shoe might cook something up in the future but you never know!


I'm going to let go my Leffot Tankers worn once indoors, oh well.

Great boot but good call. Can always replace at a later date. Where as there may not be another opportunity for that Ravello boot.

 

[Steel28]



Great boot but good call. Can always replace at a later date. Where as there may not be another opportunity for that Ravello boot.

Thanks D! It's a tough call but it needs to be done.

 

[Roguls]



Why not?  I would

Agreed. Looks great, and cheap ass dickies are surprisingly excellent.

 

[mdubs]

Alden x Leffot Naval Boot. Frankly I let a forum member *cough* @sazon talk me into buying these, and I am really glad that I did. They look spectacular and I think they may be my favorite pairing with Selvedge Raw Denim...
























And another new guy, all the way from Tassel's in Hong Kong, this is a Navy Reverse Chamois Indy Boot. Trubalance Last. Neocork Sole. Thomas Heel by Footjoy.
























-Mike

 

[Roguls]



I understand many people like Alden's plain toe boots. Great. Buy them. Enjoy.

But, I do not really care for them. And part of my original comment was paying a hefty premium for them due to re-importantion/ shipping is silly; this is also my opinion. 

I am willing to wager Ravello plain toe boots will become available through a U.S.-based retailer eventually. But I understand someone's eagerness to acquire a less common style.  

Smoothie, it's not just about a Ravello PTB. It's on the MODIFIED LAST - no shoe maker makes a last like it, and it is truly perfect for some. I did pass on this boot because of the price, though. A few years ago I paid a premium for the cigar ptb from Anatomica - and it was $800.

 

[mdubs]

And the Leffot Naval Boots got their maiden voyage today!

I also finally got my RRLs back from being hemmed and tappered. I am super happy with them as well, I was soo excited to wear them that I wore them on a Wednesday! Only did a half day due to a doctor's appointment, so it was too bad...












-Mike

 

[rydenfan]

Looks great Mike!!! Did you use a local tailor for your denim mods or a specialized shop?

 

[epc2]



And the Leffot Naval Boots got their maiden voyage today!

I also finally got my RRLs back from being hemmed and tappered. I am super happy with them as well, I was soo excited to wear them that I wore them on a Wednesday! Only did a half day due to a doctor's appointment, so it was too bad?
-Mike

Daammm Mike I'm going to miss your IG uneven cuffs pics,

 

[z8k1n]

And the Leffot Naval Boots got their maiden voyage today!

I also finally got my RRLs back from being hemmed and tappered. I am super happy with them as well, I was soo excited to wear them that I wore them on a Wednesday! Only did a half day due to a doctor's appointment, so it was too bad...

-Mike
killer!

 

[sazon]

@mdubs - they look great ! I know you'll get lots of use out of them (well, lots meaning a normal spot in the 2 month rotation )

 

[mdubs]

Daammm Mike I'm going to miss your IG uneven cuffs pics,

Sorry dude!!! It was time to get them fixed...

-Mike

 

[stevefok]

And the Leffot Naval Boots got their maiden voyage today!

I also finally got my RRLs back from being hemmed and tappered. I am super happy with them as well, I was soo excited to wear them that I wore them on a Wednesday! Only did a half day due to a doctor's appointment, so it was too bad...












-Mike

That combination is awesome!!!