ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX
2 October 2012, 03:30 AM | #91 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Real Name: Greg
Location: PA
Watch: me burn
Posts: 1,435
|
AE=great shoe. much prefer them over magli's
__________________
Motocross is life! |
2 October 2012, 11:53 AM | #92 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2011
Real Name: Rod
Location: Atlanta, GA
Watch: YG DD 18238
Posts: 1,540
|
We have an AE store opening here in Atlanta soon. Once it does I'm buying a pair of shell cordovan Grayson tassel. I want to make sure I can get fitted perfectly as they'll be my most expensive pair.
__________________
I ask you to judge me by the enemies I have made. -Franklin D. Roosevelt |
29 September 2020, 10:58 PM | #93 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2019
Real Name: Esteban
Location: New York
Watch: Five Digit GMT
Posts: 114
|
Best thing about AEs is that they offer multiple widths...more so than all the other makers.
Durability is good too, I've had a pair since 2007 still going strong!
__________________
IG: what_stevie_likes |
29 September 2020, 11:22 PM | #94 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2016
Real Name: Trey
Location: Texas
Watch: those three’s roll
Posts: 3,036
|
Wow, this thread is almost 10 years old... Lol .
Hey Mik - how are those shoes holding up? Have you had to resole them since the 2011 purchase? I have a pair of AE from 2007 as well and they are in great shape. I still wear them all the time. |
29 September 2020, 11:45 PM | #95 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: USA
Posts: 1,085
|
Not great shoes IMO, but decent value if you get them on sale, and they are constantly on sale if you get on their email list. I’ve had to return almost as many pairs as I’ve kept in the last few years because of poor QC, but there have also been some really good ones I got very cheap. Temper your expectations and they’re better than average shoes.
|
30 September 2020, 12:14 AM | #96 | |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Denver
Posts: 4,082
|
Quote:
Sad because AE used to be consistently well crafted. I have considered several styles over the last couple of years and each pair I either tried on in store or ordered online had leather discoloration or sloppy stitching.
__________________
Jason 116610 LN DateJust Pelagos FXD |
|
30 September 2020, 12:30 AM | #97 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Sep 2012
Real Name: shannon
Location: usa
Posts: 8,987
|
They were great before they sold out to some fashion company.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
30 September 2020, 12:40 AM | #98 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2010
Real Name: Dan
Location: USA
Watch: This N That
Posts: 34,251
|
Quote:
Allen Edmonds are good shoes but you can find better. It's just that it will cost you a bit more and you won't be able to find them quite as easily. The Internet of course makes it easier but when it comes to availability and trying them on in person in the states Allen Edmonds are extremely easy to find.
__________________
When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons |
|
30 September 2020, 12:44 AM | #99 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Real Name: Kat
Location: Northern Ca, USA
Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T
Posts: 5,082
|
My son bought a pair about 5 years ago to wear on stage, when he performs. He recently had them resoled. The Band leader of the Glenn Miller Orchestra suggested he get a pair.
|
30 September 2020, 03:04 AM | #100 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: May 2016
Real Name: Kevin
Location: Philly
Watch: JLC
Posts: 622
|
Sadly quality is not what it used to be. Used to be my go-to, now I avoid.
|
30 September 2020, 03:07 AM | #101 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2010
Real Name: Dan
Location: USA
Watch: This N That
Posts: 34,251
|
For a bit more I would highly recommend Carmina. The Lasts are a bit more appealing than Alden and the shoes and leather are of equal quality. For even more there is Crockett and Jones and my personal go to for a bit more are Edward Green and Gaziano and Girling.
__________________
When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons |
30 September 2020, 04:08 AM | #102 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Real Name: Bob
Location: U.S.A.
Watch: 1655
Posts: 61,028
|
I concur. I like Alden.
__________________
Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons |
30 September 2020, 05:06 AM | #103 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Miami, FL
Watch: Tudor & Cartier
Posts: 2,497
|
Carmina. Santoni FAM/Goodyear. Vass. Carlos Santos.
All of which I prefer to AE, mainly because of aesthetics.
__________________
"Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino |
30 September 2020, 08:09 AM | #104 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: US
Posts: 501
|
I wear Alden shell cordovan. Unless it's supposed to rain, then I wear Allen-Edmonds. Both are quite good. The Aldens just feel more supportive and substantial to me, so they're my preference. But buy what you like and wear the heck out of them.
|
30 September 2020, 08:28 AM | #105 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jun 2020
Real Name: Goat
Location: Southwest Florida
Watch: 16613
Posts: 4,782
|
I find myself reaching for my Bally’s over everything else because I’ve had them so long they’re incredibly comfortable. However I own multiple pairs of AE and Alden and they are great shoes! A good friend of mine told me to invest in a good pair of shoes 20 yrs ago and it stuck. I just retired that pair of Bruno Magli last year after having been resoled so many times they couldn’t be anymore.
Find a good shoe cobbler and you will be good to go for decades. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
30 September 2020, 09:22 AM | #106 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Sep 2012
Real Name: shannon
Location: usa
Posts: 8,987
|
Aldens for me...mostly shell cordovan.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
30 September 2020, 09:50 AM | #107 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2019
Real Name: Mike Hendrick
Location: North America
Posts: 180
|
i have two pairs and have owned one pair for at least 6 or 7 years....and another pair 2 years...I love them...I won't buy another kind of shoe. They are comfortable and solid lasting...plus you can get them rebuilt.
|
30 September 2020, 09:55 AM | #108 |
TRF Moderator & 2024 Patron
Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Tim
Location: Pennsylvania
Watch: 14060M
Posts: 71,815
|
I have a pair of Park Avenues and a pair of Strankmonks, after a slight break in they feel like I’m wearing sneakers. The Strands are just a bit funky with the red Diante soles, love ‘em.
__________________
Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED
|
30 September 2020, 10:00 AM | #109 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Real Name: H
Location: North Carolina
Watch: M99230B-0008
Posts: 5,671
|
Great shoes. But I have a wide foot and a high arch, so I wear Neil M's for dress and dress casual.
Less refined than Allen Edmonds, but less expensive and the President and Senator are still made in the USA.
__________________
The King of Cool. |
30 September 2020, 10:02 AM | #110 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Real Name: H
Location: North Carolina
Watch: M99230B-0008
Posts: 5,671
|
I hate to bring this up Tim, but I am having a hard time seeing this with a tutu.
__________________
The King of Cool. |
30 September 2020, 10:03 AM | #111 |
TRF Moderator & 2024 Patron
Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Tim
Location: Pennsylvania
Watch: 14060M
Posts: 71,815
|
Strands and Parks...
__________________
Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED
|
30 September 2020, 10:03 AM | #112 |
TRF Moderator & 2024 Patron
Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Tim
Location: Pennsylvania
Watch: 14060M
Posts: 71,815
|
But anything goes with a tutu, just like a kilt!
__________________
Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED
|
30 September 2020, 10:10 AM | #113 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Real Name: H
Location: North Carolina
Watch: M99230B-0008
Posts: 5,671
|
Living proof that the man does make the clothes. And that only the brave can be trend setters Tim.
Stay safe my friend. And rock that kilt.
__________________
The King of Cool. |
30 September 2020, 10:14 AM | #114 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Real Name: H
Location: North Carolina
Watch: M99230B-0008
Posts: 5,671
|
I just noticed the SOCKS.
Let me repeat that, I just noticed the SOCKS.
__________________
The King of Cool. Last edited by mountainjogger; 30 September 2020 at 10:21 AM.. Reason: Brevity |
30 September 2020, 10:21 AM | #115 |
TRF Moderator & 2024 Patron
Join Date: Apr 2012
Real Name: Tim
Location: Pennsylvania
Watch: 14060M
Posts: 71,815
|
... but, but, those socks were a gift from... Padi
__________________
Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED
|
30 September 2020, 10:21 AM | #116 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: USA
Watch: addiction issues
Posts: 36,815
|
Good enough for most. If you’re a connoisseur you’ll move past them. I quite like the ones I have.
__________________
|
30 September 2020, 02:10 PM | #117 | |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Denver
Posts: 4,082
|
Quote:
Problem is it is hard to get fit on Carmina lasts in US. Still unsure where I am in Simpson and Forest lasts. How nice would it be to have a sustainable US mid to high end manufacturer. The manager at my local AE store is a wonderful brand representative who I trust 100% to make me happy. However, it should never be his job to apologize for substandard QC. Years ago, Alden went through a similar issue with QC and the ability to maintain a consistent commitment to quality due to a lack of trained crafts persons. I understand that they have rebounded and would be curious to know how. Local investment in trade training??? My Crockett & Jones and EG set the benchmark for high end quality. Surely us Americans can meet this challenge. Making high quality shoes, or anything for that matter, should be a source of pride which should allow for the ability to demand decent wage. I am happy to pay more for a quality pair of US made shoes.
__________________
Jason 116610 LN DateJust Pelagos FXD Last edited by JasoninDenver; 30 September 2020 at 02:12 PM.. Reason: Typo |
|
30 September 2020, 02:14 PM | #118 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Real Name: B.
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Posts: 3,330
|
Santoni will always be my goto, they last years in rotation. John Lobb if you want to splurge. For loafers, as much as I am not a fan of Gucci, their horsebit loafers are excellent, I have several pairs that have lasted many years.
__________________
Richard Mille RG RM030 || Richard Mille RM72ti || AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono || AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST || AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST || ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 || Cartier Santos |
30 September 2020, 02:40 PM | #119 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2010
Real Name: Dan
Location: USA
Watch: This N That
Posts: 34,251
|
Quote:
Unfortunately for the most part the US has gone the opposite way. Most of the US shoemakers which used to make better footwear no longer do. Cole Hahn is but just one which used to make better footwear but no longer does. My knowledge does not even go that far back but I doubt very much that any shoemaker from the US could ever be ranked with the likes of even Crockett and Jones but surely none from the US were ever as good as the likes of Edward Green, Gaziano and Girling, and John Lobb. I really doubt the US ever had a Shoemaker in the Top Tier. Alden shoes are nice shoes but there are nicer shoes out there. Finding Lasts that fit you however is the most important thing when it comes to footwear.
__________________
When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons |
|
30 September 2020, 03:07 PM | #120 | |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Denver
Posts: 4,082
|
Quote:
I have low volume feet with a narrow heel but moderately high instep. I bought AE 65 last for years because it fit consistently. I am so disappointed that I had to cancel my October trip to Spain simply because I had a whole 4 hours set aside to put together a couple of custom orders in their Madrid store. Maybe next year....
__________________
Jason 116610 LN DateJust Pelagos FXD |
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|
*Banners
Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.