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[TO Tie Guy]

The warm weather has finally hit Toronto (it is about 16 degrees Celsius here today which is DEFINITELY patio season!) I received some spring/summer shoes today!

Tan Suede Long Wing - No Flash

Whiskey Shell LHS - No Flash

Side by Side - With Flash

And the Whiskeys with the New Whiskey "Little New York" from Ashland - No Flash

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

I can't say its stupid. Your not polishing both sides of the belt. In addition I've got many belts over the years that have required polish to touch up and I've not run across issues with polish getting on my clothes. It's all about the process used. I always use a colored polish to get my belt scuff, scrapes and color issues resolved. I buff a lot afterwards getting any residual polish off. I finish up with a few coats of neutral polish to seal in the color. I've encountered no issues with that process. You do need to be careful, but its an option that should not be ruled out. In most cases manufacturers use polish to get the finish where it needs to be and follow up with a sealer type coat.

See Ya,
Steve

Is this process okay for shell?

 

[LittleViti]

Quote: IMO it should be fine provided the products (e.g. Cordovan Creme, Reno, VSC, etc...) you're using are made for use on shell cordovan.

 

[totalair1]



IMO it should be fine provided the products (e.g. Cordovan Creme, Reno, VSC, etc...)  you're using are made for use on shell cordovan.

+1

See Ya,
Steve

 

[specialk0449]

I just bought the Ravello LHS from the TSM in 10D. I have color 8, whiskey,and black in my collection now. Need the cigar LHS but that will have to wait for now.

 

[totalair1]



I just bought the Ravello LHS from the TSM in 10D. I have color 8, whiskey,and black in my collection now. Need the cigar LHS but that will have to wait for now.

Congrats! Ravello LHS is a great pick up.

See Ya,
Steve

 

[nedla]

Stopped by Alden DC today.
They just got this makeup. What do you guys think?


Snuff suede medallion captoe on Hampton

 

[Beatlegeuse]

^ seems like that's a pretty standard makeup now, I've seen it at Ben Silver and I think TSM. I like it a lot, looks great.

 

[madridista]



I just bought the Ravello LHS from the TSM in 10D. I have color 8, whiskey,and black in my collection now. Need the cigar LHS but that will have to wait for now.

Thanks a lot for the PSA! Managed to grab one for myself too. Let's hope it comes!

 

[nedla]

^ seems like that's a pretty standard makeup now, I've seen it at Ben Silver and I think TSM. I like it a lot, looks great.

I applaud the sheer swiftness of your reply.

 

[mdubs]

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[mdubs]



I just bought the Ravello LHS from the TSM in 10D. I have color 8, whiskey,and black in my collection now. Need the cigar LHS but that will have to wait for now.

Congrats! I am only missing the black shell, I always felt it was an odd combo... What do you all think?

 

[aldenwear]

Stopped by Alden DC today.
They just got this makeup. What do you guys think?


Snuff suede medallion captoe on Hampton

I think that is a fantastic make-up. Shoe Mart offers it - where I got mine from -- Ben Silver offers it in tan suede as well as snuff suede, and I am sure others, in addition to Alden DC, offer it too.

 

[tifosi]



Congrats! I am only missing the black shell, I always felt it was an odd combo... What do you all think?

I personally don't think a black LHS would be useful.

 

[thebeebs]

Congrats! I am only missing the black shell, I always felt it was an odd combo... What do you all think?

Not a fan of the black LHS, but if you're in the market for a black loafer, I recommend the JL Lopez. It's pricey, but so worth it