Shoes that look better with age...

[Megatron1505]

My current everyday boot, I know they're not flash but they're as comfortable as a sneaker and appear to be pretty well constructed.

[ThinFinn]

Thanks...

And those are Miiinnee, maaaiiiiine...muhahahahah.

how much in the end?...

[jake431]

My current everyday boot, I know they're not flash but they're as comfortable as a sneaker and appear to be pretty well constructed.

I have a pair of these. Perfect for wandering around the city all day. Very cushioned, very comfortable

[Megatron1505]

Yeh, not sure how they would stand up to actual hiking though (what with being called "Hikers" and all that).

[jasonfoote303]

I've had these for a little over a year, but they were clearly owned for many many years before they came into my possession. I am not sure exactly how old they are, or even who made them, but these just show how great shell cordovan keeps looking. I think the eyelets originally matched the Number 8 color based on what paint remains.

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Nice!

Those look like Alden for Brooks Brothers to me.

You should send them to Alden for re-crafting. They put a brand new sole on, re-line the interior, dye and polish the cordovan, and throw in a pair of shoe trees for around $140. I'd say it's getting to be that time- try not to go much longer without treatment.

[denimjunky]

how much in the end?...

138quids + shipping.

[the Repeater]

How did you guys find the Abington sizing? I hate any extra room in my footwear and I am between whole sizes.

Seems like a great winter boot.

[Megatron1505]

How did you guys find the Abington sizing? I hate any extra room in my footwear and I am between whole sizes.

Seems like a great winter boot.

If you hate any extra room then definitely size down half a size from your regular, they fit a little roomy. Personally I like the extra room for some thick winter socks (man, I sound old).

[jake431]

If you hate any extra room then definitely size down half a size from your regular, they fit a little roomy. Personally I like the extra room for some thick winter socks (man, I sound old).

I wound up getting a half size bigger than usual and that works for me. They do make decent winter boots, with wool or boot socks they keep the feet warm. The sole doesn't offer a lot of traction on snow, but for general cold weather wear they are aces.

[halberdklown]

quick question:

saw these on the hukurokuju blog for the first time and i was wondering, is that the only place to get this "chrome excel #8 " color semi dress? or can i order it from a place like bakers or white's directly, or anywhere else?

[Dexter_]

A well aged Alden NST in #8 shell cordovan on the left and a brand new shoe on the right. Pic taken at LSW.

[Christmas In A Submarine.]

have THESE been discussed? Color me trendy but I think they look nearly perfect, and I don't often like black boots.

[M4TM]

yeah... i think those are pretty dope, but wish they did without the two types of leathers. oh, and also wish they were cheaper...!

[SLAB]

Does White's offer medaillon cap toes? Ive seen some Whites for the Japanese market which have it but I don't see it as an option with Bakers.

Checked with Viberg for a custom built, would cost me 682$ on the dot; a bit more than i was hoping for...

[lil brown brother]

How did you guys find the Abington sizing? I hate any extra room in my footwear and I am between whole sizes.

Seems like a great winter boot.

runs kinda big .. not really great in snow weather .. last years blizzard used it to go out .. i was slipping all over the place .. ended up using my wabashas to walk in the snow

[rayw44]

Here's a great looking pair of what look to be vintage White's Smoke Jumpers: http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1940s-Smokejumper-Work-Logger-BOOTS-size-10-/140475647006?pt=Vintage_Shoes&hash=item20b500441e

Not my size, and I'm not selling them, but I figured someone here might be interested.

[beatle]

Random Roy snapshot..

[16steps]

My current everyday boot, I know they're not flash but they're as comfortable as a sneaker and appear to be pretty well constructed.

do you (or anyone) have pics of the abingtons worn with pants/jeans?

always wondered how they looked worn

[triumph.man]

info on these shoes pls

[fre-co]

They look like white's oxfords to me, why don't you just PM the owner?

[superbeveridge]

Random Roy snapshot..

ooh how was the restoration? can i see pics. sending mine off soon.

[rnrswitch]

Restoration? Already? Has the sole worn down?

Also, when you send it in for a restoration, is there an option on what type of sole you want on there?

[jake431]

do you (or anyone) have pics of the abingtons worn with pants/jeans?

always wondered how they looked worn

Next time I wear them I'll snap a picture.

[fre-co]

That roy leather sole piece wears down hella quick. I was thinking of a different sole for mine when they need it. Honey lug might be nice.

[dimpra]

info on these shoes pls

definitely white's

[morse9443]

^Yes, White's oxford in distressed roughout. I love mine.

Do it Fresco, if you love traction. It'll change the look of the shoe drastically, in a good way imo.

quick question:

saw these on the hukurokuju blog for the first time and i was wondering, is that the only place to get this "chrome excel #8 " color semi dress? or can i order it from a place like bakers or white's directly, or anywhere else?

White's does chrome excel, and they'll pretty much do any shoe in any leather as long as they have it in stock. Contact baker shoes or white's directly

[Megatron1505]

do you (or anyone) have pics of the abingtons worn with pants/jeans?

always wondered how they looked worn

My greatest hits collection...

[rnrswitch]

That roy leather sole piece wears down hella quick. I was thinking of a different sole for mine when they need it. Honey lug might be nice.

But does Alden give you a choice of sole when you send it back?

[morse9443]

I heard Alden is quoting three months wait for a resole. About time to go elsewhere if possible.

[halberdklown]

rnrswitch, yea you can specify the type of sole you want.