Shoes that look better with age...

[dkatz]

I think you've helped me make up my mind about the natural chromexcel!

Riiiff.... doooooon't. Need I dig up Shit that Riff Owns that Dkatz Also Wants to Own? Or shall I just break into your closet in the dead of night and liberate all of your attire from the horrible chokehold you have on it?

[glimmertwins]

i then bought my first pair of Aldens in japan last year which got plenty of wear and no caring treatment as well until this month with Obenauf's LP:

Alden | Cap Toe Kidskin Boots 41886H | Modified Last | Ships Japan Edition.

THIS. Does anyone know where to find these in the US besides in this guy's closet?

[edmond]

you can get these similar one from the shoemart

[davichan]

I have a pair of Visvim Kangaroo Virgils. I was wondering if you guys would advise conditioning them with obenaufs (or something similar) every now and then. I want them to last as long as possible but as davichen stated, I also don't like the shiny boot look. I know nothing about boots so any info would be appreciated, thanks.

Hi Pennyoka,

i would suggest you give Obenaufs LP a try for your Visvims. it will not make them shinny, but it will probably darken them slightly.

I also own a pair of Visvim Chomexcel shoes that have been through a harsh winter and tons of wear, and i have just recently used it onto, and it works out perfectly. so go for it!

if you are still unsure of it,

then i would suggest you test using it on the inside tong of the shoe first to see how your reaction to it is before coating the entire shoe. it will help preserve and protect the leather, so why not..

[davichan]

THIS. Does anyone know where to find these in the US besides in this guy's closet?

hi glimmertwins,

i can highly recomend you get in contact with the NYC Alden dealer Moulded Shoe

they specialize in the modified last, which is somethign you should really try on, and be sized for properly to be best fit.

You can do custom order for materiel as well.

i know they have that shoe in calf last time i visited the shop two months ago, but never really see much Kidskin Aldens in the US unless special order or custom. hope that help a lead for you.

[davichan]

hello demonito,

i wanted to ask your opinion, and any other member that can shed some light please to help me out.

from reading this forum over, it leads me to believe that you might be one of the few people, that own or have owned, Toy McCoy's and Real Mcoy's Boots..

i am very interested in learning as much about the real life quality of either the:

Toy McCoy Railman boot,

Real Mcoy's Rigger boot,

question:

from what i have read, i hear the build quality is very vintage inspired..?

how is the fit, similar to a White's feeling, any support or flat?

how is the leather quality aging?

will these boots be able to be re-welted in the future?

what don't you like about them?

i have only owned Trickers and Aldens.. i love them both to be honest.

But now i want a vintage inspire rugged long term beater work boot that i can actually stand on all day, not over baby, top notch craftsmanship.

i know many of you might suggest Whites, and the only version i really personal like is the non cuban heel American SD, which is still kinda clunky feeling.

can you let me know your opinion please.

thank you for your time.

[davichan]

davichan, very nice collection; im especially a fan of the brown calf leather Alden Kidd boots. I believe another forum member (Ed) has them as well?

I would love to see that model with antique (natural) colored leather soles and a commando sole to top it off. Is there any existing Alden model that comes close?

Thank you Slab,

i like them also..

to be honest,

i was really inspired by an old pair of Stacy Adams Madison pimp type shoe at first.. i could get them in my size here in NY, and then found those Aldens in Japan by accident. After trying them on by a very patient Japanese shoe specialist in the Ships store.. i was hooked on crack, and didn't look back... super comfortable from day 1 right out of the store.

i think you should contact Moulded Shoe in NYC to start to find a similar model you are after, and also ask Shoe Mart to get onto their modified last irregular email list.

in fact

i got an email from them today, with a black calf alden similar to mine.

[k4727]

Wolverine 1000 mile

[coleslawyum]

the few people, that own or have owned, Toy McCoy's and Real Mcoy's Boots..

I only have the Railman boots, but I have handled the Real McCoy Riggers. In terms of construction, I would have to say that they are on par with English dress shoes, which means I wouldn't really compare them to White's, Wesco or any other work boot company. The reason I say this is because the finishing is so delicate and clean, there's no way in hell I would wear these doing construction. Maybe ballroom dancing.

White's makes great looking boots that are also very functional. I wouldn't be afraid to get these things beat up. They are built to handle the abuse. The Railmans look authentic, but are too pretty to be taken seriously.

It comes in E width only and is sized a half size up from tagged size. Very comfortable boot, but should be worn with an insole. Here's a pic:

Another person you should ask is MarineBilly, although he's a bit busy overseas now. He owns both Buco and Becks, so he has a good idea about the quality of both.

[scientifick]

Wolverine 1000 mile

sick man, loving the shirt but especially the boots... ++rep

[k4727]

anyone has any pics of worn out vibram soles?

[milosz]

Selling off three RWs that are too small for my feet - help me buy more boots that actually fit comfortably!

oops, signature didn't work -

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=236764

Red Wing Gentleman Traveler, Iron Ranger, Moc Toe in US 12D and 13D

Aldens have sold

[davichan]

I only have the Railman boots, but I have handled the Real McCoy Riggers. In terms of construction, I would have to say that they are on par with English dress shoes, which means I wouldn't really compare them to White's, Wesco or any other work boot company. The reason I say this is because the finishing is so delicate and clean, there's no way in hell I would wear these doing construction. Maybe ballroom dancing.

White's makes great looking boots that are also very functional. I wouldn't be afraid to get these things beat up. They are built to handle the abuse. The Railmans look authentic, but are too pretty to be taken seriously.

It comes in E width only and is sized a half size up from tagged size. Very comfortable boot, but should be worn with an insole. Here's a pic:

Another person you should ask is MarineBilly, although he's a bit busy overseas now. He owns both Buco and Becks, so he has a good idea about the quality of both.

coleslawyum,

thank you so much for taking the time to respond and post some real shots of those beautiful Toy McCoy's.. i love them...

really helps me to hear from people that own them for real.

can i ask your sizing to get some kind of idea.

I am an Alden Indy trubalance 7.5 D

what are you?

and how did you size for the Toy's if you don't mind to respond.

++Rep!

thanks again

[sarcastic]

2 months of wear on my beeswax clarks, nothing special so far except for some random scuffs.

could anyone recommend some peasant college student status versions of wolverine1000/redwing gentlemans traveler for winter?

[rodeo bill]

Finally got my GJ Cleveley brown suede semi-brogues back from resoling at Ducker's a couple of weeks ago. These originally had leather soles with a beautiful rolled welt but i wore through the leather and fancied a change. Now with a plantation crepe sole dyed to match the suede. These are so comfortable, and I really like the look:)

(with Tender type130 weld dyed)

[kalpa1103]

im thinkin abt picking up these as my first pair of aldens, ive nvr wore any decent boots be4, so all i know its im 8.5 in clarks DB, should i go with 8.5 with these as well? i emailed em but no reply....

http://www.blackbirdballard.com/Alden_30771H_Foss_Tugger_Workboot_in_Brown_Calf_18223.html

[nicolazaro]

im thinkin abt picking up these as my first pair of aldens, ive nvr wore any decent boots be4, so all i know its im 8.5 in clarks DB, should i go with 8.5 with these as well? i emailed em but no reply....

http://www.blackbirdballard.com/Alden_30771H_Foss_Tugger_Workboot_in_Brown_Calf_18223.html

From my experience, yes 8.5 should fit you.

[kalpa1103]

From my experience, yes 8.5 should fit you.

thanks dude, will that give enough space to put an insole? or its just only gonna hav space for my feet?

[marineabilly]

As far as the Beck and Buco Horsehide Engineer boots go, they are built like M-1 Tanks - I beat them up like they owe me money. Here are pics of my Becks. I'm have pics of my Buco's, but it'll take me a while to find tem - being in Afghanistan, I have to submit my posts quick before I lose the horrible internet connectivity. They are a few pages back in this thread (I think) or perhaps on my blog.

* I'm considering parting ways with my Buco's, but I'm sure I'll change my mind when I return. Any one interested, let me know.

[marineabilly]

Davichabn, The Buco's are on the top left. As far as construction, that's about two years of above normal wear - that horsehide leather is thick and these boots will last a lifetime...litteraly. You can't go wrong with McCoy boots.

Click on pic to enlarge

[edmond]

what size are those buco? hwo much you want for em?

As far as the Beck and Buco Horsehide Engineer boots go, they are built like M-1 Tanks - I beat them up like they owe me money. Here are pics of my Becks. I'm have pics of my Buco's, but it'll take me a while to find tem - being in Afghanistan, I have to submit my posts quick before I lose the horrible internet connectivity. They are a few pages back in this thread (I think) or perhaps on my blog.

* I'm considering parting ways with my Buco's, but I'm sure I'll change my mind when I return. Any one interested, let me know.

[denimdestroyedmylife]

c'mon ed, maybe you could PM the guy instead of quoting two huge pictures?

[marineabilly]

Ed, they are marked 8 1/2 (But you know that's Japanese sizing). I'm open to offers.

-John

[edmond]

fuck too small dammit bud

ddml sorry about that johns in afghanistan ya know

[niix]

Would anyone recommend Obenauf's for new boots? I'm trying to figure out if I should treat my Ascots now or down the road.

Weather isn't too harsh here in Florida, but it seems like it'll be another mildy cold winter so I want to make sure I'm conditioning them correctly.

[edmond]

no leave it dont nourish it first if you want you can polish but no obenaufs YET!

[niix]

Any recommendation for polishes? I just have a few scuffs here and there that I'd like to work.

[denimdestroyedmylife]

ddml sorry about that johns in afghanistan ya know

oops. forgot PMs don't to afghanistan. carry on!

i've got a pair of engineers in the mail to me incidentally

frye (black) that were up on eBay cheap

[edmond]

kiwi parade shine

[Supawiwi]

Question for you guys.

I have a pair of semi dress I've been wearing for almost 2 years. It's soled with Vibram 269 but I'd like it Leather. Is it possible to have it removed by a cobbler or does it need a full resole?

Thanks