Shoes that look better with age...

[themaster]

fresco what size are those?

[fre-co]

They are not mine ed

[Quoise1203]

But Shirley, you must know what size they are!

[sombrero]

Recently lucked into some second-hand Indys.  

[themaster]

have you guys tried the vibram 424 cord sole and heel?

[JohnM]

Recently lucked into some second-hand Indys.  

 

Lookin' good sombrero.  Is that the dark brown 403 or the 405?  

 

http://www.aldenshop.com/Store/DrawCategories.aspx?CategoryID=4&PageID=21

[sombrero]

Appreciate it, JohnM.  They are Cigar Shell Indys which aren't a stock model.  

I jumped on this used pair as this makeup is almost impossible to come by

nowadays.

[JohnM]

Cigar Shell Cordovan -- wow, no wonder I like them so much.  Tough to come by, no doubt!

[Highvoltage]

My HWBC Bounty Hunters with a year of wear on them.

[mattialife]

RN04 and 990

 

 

 

Sunny day in Rome

Edited May 5, 2014 by mattialife

[ColdsnapBryan]

Anyone got recommendations, looking for a summer boot. 

 

Was originally going to get these Russell Mocs but they are sold out in my size. So now I'm looking at these Red Wings. 

 

[themaster]

where can i get that russel?

[ColdsnapBryan]

themaster - Context Clothing 

[fre-co]

If you get the model number from the context site -2877- I did it for you... Just email russell and they will make you one. Might have to be a purchase for next summer though....

[Thoth]

Better is very subjective, I personally find the rough look of a yellowing sole with time attractive. It gives the shoe character and personality that can only be achieved with time and use. The shoe has gone places, done things. It becomes a part of you. 
I'm sure this has been mentioned before but Geobaskets in my opinion age wonderfully. 

[ColdsnapBryan]

If you get the model number from the context site -2877- I did it for you... Just email russell and they will make you one. Might have to be a purchase for next summer though....

 

Ah yes, good point. 20 weeks is almost winter time Hmm get the shoe I want and delay satisfaction or get immediate satisfaction from Red Wing..

 

edit: Eh not really sure how I feel about that testimonial page on their website for the boot. 

Edited May 7, 2014 by ColdsnapBryan

[exaptavist]

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Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[ColdsnapBryan]

Personally I find it immensely distasteful bordering on the offensive. I'd seen it before, similar I seem to recall also to a page on or linked from the Baker Shoe - the White's reseller - page. 

 

Yea, it honestly just stopped me, at least today, in placing an order. I understand that people have their hobbies along with their own personal way to have fun and relax. But I certainly don't want to wear a boot that is associated with that type of activity. To each his own though, damn shame because it's a good looking boot. I guess maybe if I have the Context one made it's not the EXACT same boot, but very similar. 

[themexican]

to a certain extent i feel ya, i'm neither a hunter nor a gun owner but I do eat meat and I do wear leather so it's kinda hard to judge that. 

[exaptavist]

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Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[CJ23]

Wow, not here too. Everyone these days seems to be offended just to be offended. I can not believe you guys are honestly letting something dictate what you wear. You should probably do some research on the treatment of animals in the food and leather industry. Surely you wouldn't wear alligator, snake, deer or a lot of other animal products. Because they are specifically hunted or raised for this reason..... I guess deer skin patched jeans are a no no too huh ? There is no difference between trophy hunting and killing animals for material products in my eyes...... And no, I am not a hunter.

Edited May 8, 2014 by CJ23

[ColdsnapBryan]

Wow, not here too. Everyone these days seems to be offended just to be offended. I can not believe you guys are honestly letting something dictate what you wear. You should probably do some research on the treatment of animals in the food and leather industry. Surely you wouldn't wear alligator, snake, deer or a lot of other animal products. Because they are specifically hunted or raised for this reason..... I guess deer skin patched jeans are a no no too huh ? There is no difference between trophy hunting and killing animals for material products in my eyes...... And no, I am not a hunter.

 

These are endangered species we are talking about though; lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and elephants. Species that are not going to be around in the very near future. When I have a piece of clothing I like to consider the history and what it stands for if anything. I'm not saying Russell as a whole is morally vacant, but I was just surprised to see that. 

 

Didn't mean to derail the thread. Here's my contribution, Aldens Roy Boot about 4 years old and treated pretty good. 

 

Edited May 8, 2014 by ColdsnapBryan

[hollowsleather]

There is no difference between trophy hunting and killing animals for material products in my eyes

 

I think this part is where you're going to find some disagreement.

[tchengaa]

how does whites semi dress differ from bounty hunter?

[Megatron1505]

A Bounty Hunter is a Smokejumper built on the Semi Dress last. What that basically means is you get a very tough and rugged looking work boot, built on a last that remains comfortable even if you spend absolutely hours on your feet and offering the best arch support you will find in a boot.

[tigerpac]

Think they're looking good, even after being the go-to shoe for snow and rain all winter and having a TV stand fall on them!

 

Alden #8 shell PTB commando sole.

 

Edited May 9, 2014 by tigerpac

[ColdsnapBryan]

I'd say so! Love cordovan creases. What last is that on?

[CJ23]

Oh, I agree. I did not know you were talking endangered. I do find it odd that they would support something like that.

These are endangered species we are talking about though; lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and elephants. Species that are not going to be around in the very near future. When I have a piece of clothing I like to consider the history and what it stands for if anything. I'm not saying Russell as a whole is morally vacant, but I was just surprised to see that. 

 

Didn't mean to derail the thread. Here's my contribution, Aldens Roy Boot about 4 years old and treated pretty good. 

 

[CJ23]

Not really. What's the difference between hanging something on your wall and hanging it on your wrist, waist or feet ? Only difference is someone else is doing the killing for you. I just don't see how people can be half way on things like this. Either you are totally against killing animals or you are not...... But I do agree with not killing endangered species.

I think this part is where you're going to find some disagreement.

[heinrich BCN]

Not really. What's the difference between hanging something on your wall and hanging it on your wrist, waist or feet ? Only difference is someone else is doing the killing for you. I just don't see how people can be half way on things like this. Either you are totally against killing animals or you are not...... But I do agree with not killing endangered species.

 

 Point is, killing for pleasure is offensive or do you think different?