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    hectic
    Joined: 24 Sept 2009

    Now that the nights are drawing in I wouldn't mind some new boots. I am veteran of Red Wing usage, and also some Timberlands (but they have less kudos IMO).

    I saw a mention of Alden on this forum, they look great but has anyone got some Albion-side suggestions for me please?

    Best rgds
    H

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      Giles
      IHUK Crew
      Joined: 22 Sept 2009

      My faves are these. leather soled, so perhaps not brill for pissy weather.  I've had mine for 7 years and they are beautiful and have not yet needed a resole:

      http://www.aldenshop.com/DrawOneShoe.asp?CategoryID=106

      "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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        hectic
        Joined: 24 Sept 2009

        Are the Alden's normal sized please Giles?

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          Giles
          IHUK Crew
          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

          What's normal? I'm 10W in English, the 9.5E in Ameracish work perfectly

          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            Giles
            IHUK Crew
            Joined: 22 Sept 2009

            and this is what I'm getting next:

            http://www.selectism.com/news/2009/06/08/alden-unlined-chukka-boot/alden-unlined-chukka-boot-3/

            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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              DougNg
              Joined: 24 Sept 2009

              I have four pairs of boots in rotation, depending on my mood

              Red Wing Gentlemen Travellers
              LL Bean Katahdin
              Frye Riley Harness
              Frye Engineers

              The Katahdin's are super comfy, the RW GT's are great for jeans at work, and I've been all over the place with the Riley's…they've been in two oceans, half a dozen states and six countries. I almost never wear the Engineers because for some reason, they really bother my small toe

              I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                hectic
                Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                Thanks doug, two brands I was unaware of.

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                  DrPat
                  Iron Heart Deity
                  Joined: 9 Oct 2009

                  I have a boot question as well.  I'm trying to decide whether a chisel-toe boot fits well with a heavy jean such as Ironheart or if it's too sleek/delicate.  Any opinions?  Below you can see some pics of RM Williams craftsman with Ironhearts.

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                    LandoCal126 0
                    Banned
                    Joined: 2 Oct 2009

                    DrPat,
                      I have no issues with the look in the top picture, but the top view exposes the sleekness of the boots. I like a chunky boot for my denim but that is just my opinion. Sorry I can be of more help…

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                      malibuboy
                      Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                      hey guys,

                      for 6 months i have been using the red wing gentlemans traveller (in black) and have been loving them.

                      i have been thinking about getting a pair of the new 1000 mile boots (in black) from wolverine. there are enough differences for me to convince myself, but maybe not for my wife!

                      http://www.wolverine.com/us/1000mile

                      isnt kiya getting some boot collabs going? its been awhile since i heard any news on that front. you gotta know they will rock.

                      simon

                      It acquires because of the cotton 100% and true goodness is understood.

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                        daveo
                        Raw and Unwashed
                        Joined: 12 Oct 2009

                        I've got two pairs of "nice" boots, and they're both Red Wings (it helps that I live in MN).  One of them is a really beat up pair of 875 that smell something awful, and the other are the Red Wing x J Crew model (rugged classic) that I have been trying to keep in decent shape.  I have been thinking of adding another pair to the stable sometime soon as well.

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                          Giles
                          IHUK Crew
                          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                          DrPt, I have exactly the same pair of RM Williams and I wear them regularly with my 634S.

                          Malibuboy thanks for the hint on the Wolverines, they look great.

                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                            Giles
                            IHUK Crew
                            Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                            Hectic,  Here are my Alden Cordovan Chukkas:

                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                              hectic
                              Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                              Colleague of mine has recommended these: http://www.timlittle.com/

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                                shoque
                                Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                                i just ordered a pair of rw gts (9016):

                                http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-9016–-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ390096264315QQcmdZViewItemQQimsxZ20090921?IMSfp=TL0909211610003r4687

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                                  drz
                                  Joined: 9 Nov 2009

                                  I recently bought these RW 9011 and fall in love with

                                  the color is very rich and i hope they get richer after loads of wear

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                                    malibuboy
                                    Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                                    hey guys!

                                    check out these RW 2934 available only in japan it would seem.

                                    …...off the hook....

                                    simon

                                    (photo kypped from selectism.com, mea culpa, but i had to show these puppies)

                                    It acquires because of the cotton 100% and true goodness is understood.

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                                      malibuboy
                                      Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                                      MAJOR BOOT NEWS!!!!!

                                      so i was over at alden yesterday to try and get some formal shoes for my tux. (what ? no IH tux simon?) i nearly bought a set of black cordovan chucka boots in black (dept. of redundancy dept.) but they were still 5 hundy even on sale! i might go back friday and p/u a pair anyway. talkabout well made shoes. its just that i wasnt expecting to drop 5 hundy on shoes i dont really need.BUT MAYBE I DO…....
                                      but... i digress.

                                      so i was asking about the indy and the only thing that was holding me back was the color. well.... things are changing for the indy. there are new pairs on the way in dark chocolate brown, and there are soon to be black pairs also available.

                                      the black version will be available by feb 2010!

                                      i , for one, will be all over a new set of indy's in black.

                                      well, i was excited.

                                      so there!

                                      simon

                                      It acquires because of the cotton 100% and true goodness is understood.

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                                        LandoCal126 0
                                        Banned
                                        Joined: 2 Oct 2009

                                        Simon, what is the address of the Alden Store located near you? Does anyone know of any Alden stores closer to the Bay Area or stores who carry the brand? Looking into getting my self a pair sometime in the future but it is something I must size in person. Thanks for any and all info!

                                        last edited by 26 Nov 2009, 01:06 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                          Giles
                                          IHUK Crew
                                          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                                          Lando, This is the one I shop at when in San Francisco:

                                          The Alden Shop
                                          170 Sutter Street
                                          San Francisco, CA 94104
                                          Phone: (800) 273-7463

                                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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