Club Obi Wan

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The only "real" Indy hat I've ever owned was a PB custom. Absolutely love it. Unfortunately, there is now a hole in the crown, so it's been retired.

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Hey all! Yes, I am still selling shoes, and as Michaelson said, I've made the decision to give up my Vendor status here at COW. I've gotten to the point in my life where there is just too much else going on, and I am unable to devote as much time as I'd like to COW. I feel that I am unable to provid...

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I just tried to order a pair for a customer last week (10 D) and they are ALREADY back ordered 10 to 12 weeks.

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I'm fairly certain it's 403, 405, 403, 404. And Michaelson, I will try and make the pics smaller when I get home. I'm fairly useless when it comes to computers, but I'll do my best!

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So I was visited today by my new sales rep and the VP of Alden today. They brought me in samples of the 403, the 404, and the new 405. The 403 appears to be the same as the 405 just made out of ChromeXL leather (exactly like the exclusive I had in the works once upon a time). The 404 is a dark, heav...

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The pair I wear most every day (even though I know it is a cardinal sin of the shoe business) is probably 6 years old. They are a little worse for the wear as I hate polishing shoes and don't use shoe trees. I have had probably 3 new soles put on them, and maaaaybe 5 new heels. Most comfortable pair...

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Oh THAT was cool!! I'm putting that on my ipod!!

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French, let me know. Alden says they'd stand behind em. So if we have to keep doing this with them we will. As always, I am here to serve, sir.!! :)

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And I really don't think its factory seconds, I think these were from the same piece of hide. :twisted:

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I am raising my price on the 405. Please call me at the store at 630-232-2317 for details, ask for Bryan.

Thanks,

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Oh please tell me that kitty didn't break off the dish or guns? That would be bad.

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To my knowledge, the owner did nothing. The guy was in Friday and bought a new pair. I don't think that he got compensated. What really is the kicker is that the first pair was a birthday gift. His wife had a garage sale and used her profits to buy them. The new pair was a birthday gift too...they a...

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I am jealous of that pistol, Sir!! If we didn't have...um...issues with firearms in my family (long, long story) I'd probably have something like that myself. And I'm glad you like the boots!!

The hardest working man in shoe business,

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So, I sold this guy these boots like 6 or 7 years ago. His wife called me last night, he had just called her IN TEARS, he was helping a buddy move a desk, and took his boots off at the door. The guy's dog started in on his boot. This is what he found at the door. I had to share with you folks... [UR...

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Zombie, alright cool, then we agree. BTW, I like that picture you posted. I think I have those shoes that Spielberg has on!!

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I met her last february and she seemed shorter than me by a couple inches at least...and I'm like 5'8 and a half. Who knows...? When I said petite...I didn't necessarily mean short, she's just um, not a big girl. I am going to shut up now before I dig myself any deeper...

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Oh That's a great idea!! Seriously, that sounds sarcastic, but I am serious. I will call Alden on Monday and ask. I'll keep everyone posted. I'm sure if Karen Allen was asked that question, she'd look at you like you had an arm growing out the side of your head, then probably laugh very sweetly, and...

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As much as I love the idea that she kept his boots after Raiders (I'm a romantic that way) the "footwear expert" in me is thinking that in order for Marion to wear Indy's old boots, she'd have to wear a ladies 12, which in 1936 would've been next to impossible as women's feet weren't that ...

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Feathers73 is ABSOLUTELY correct. The arch length measurement is vital to a properly fitting pair of shoes or boots. The easiest way I can explain this, is if your arch length measures longer than your toe length, buy a shoe based on the arch length. If you don't, the ball (widest part) of your foot...

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I"M even jealous that you got a pair of Aldens so cheap!! I wish I could get my boss to cut ME a deal like that!! Good Job, Man!!

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It's not good. I fell on my backside quite a bit when I got my first pair, now that I have multiple pair, I actually had my oldest pair retrofitted with lug soles for that very reason, and they are a lot better. Yes, it breaks the whole SA thing, but I'm more worried about using these for outdoor ut...

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Do you want the height of the collar on the boot? Or the heel? The heel isn't much higher than a traditional leather dress shoe. Not nearly as thick as a boot sole. If you can wait a day or so, I can measure BOTH heights for you and you can base you pant hemming on that (if you want) Schmidty

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I've shipped A LOT of these boots through the US Post Office via priority mail, and the MOST it's ever been for continental US is like $15.75. Most of them tend to be in the 11 to 12 dollar range. I've JUST discovered however, don't pay for priority mail, just ship them first class, and get DELIVERY...

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It's about quoting Monty Python and the Holy Grail and looking at a fabulously hot German Woman, I think...I know I wrote some something about Aldens and back problems, but with Heidi, does it really matter? These are the topics of worth though http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o61/solargem/Looting...

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At your service sir!! I aim to please.

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Michaelson, Go and boil your bottom, son-of -a-silly person, I blow my nose at you!! Once again, Michaelson, I am laughing at your post to the point I have to wipe tears from my eyes!! One of my favorite Non-Indy Movies!!!

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J!m, FTFY. Now the post is Heidi-centric!! Do you have ANY idea how hard it is to find a picture of her on the internet that is suitable enough for a family-friendly forum? A challenge indeed. backstagejack, I don't know that I have ever received such a complement in my life. Thank You, Sir!! Schmidty

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Michaelson, I was laughing at your post so hard, I couldn't even calm myself down to read it to my wife!! What a great morning laugh! Thanks, my friend. I wanted to be thorough without going in to too much detail and putting you folks to sleep. Should I have added more pictures (Heidi Klum for examp...

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Hey all, I was pointed to this thread by a member I will leave nameless (he can certainly identify himself if he wishes). But I want to talk about Aldens, arch supports, and body ailments. First off, I am NOT a doctor, nor do I play one on TV, but what I am is a guy who has been selling shoes for a ...

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It could be worse, Spielberg could go back to the first three and CGI out all of the guns and replace them with walkie-talkies. (shudder)

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Hey All, I felt it was time to chime in again. I hate to do this because I don't want to sound preachy, as I am a very non-preachy person. I've been reading all of the posts stating, "I wear this size in this, this and this" or "I normally wear this size but went to this size in the 4...

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Hey All!!

I've spoken to Alden and am trying to work this out with them. If anyone else has this issue, the laces eating into the leather in a VERY short amount of time, let me know. I want to get this resolved!!

Thanks,

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French,

Per my PM to you this morning, I'm looking into it. Check your box...

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OK, here's my take on the whole fit thing. Your toe should obviously not be at the end of the shoe. What is key in fitting any pair of shoes, is where the ball of your foot sits. The widest part of your foot should fit in the pocket of the widest part of the shoe. The toe length is only of some cons...

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Yes, it's true, I did receive a (ahem) "large" 9 pair order from the folks at Alden today. Every pair is spoken for unfortunately, and I do have a few in stock (11, 11 1/2, and 12 D). I DO carry other Aldens besides the 405. But since I found out 10 years ago they were the Indy Boot, it's ...

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Geo!!!!!!!! I'm glad you like 'em Sir!!! Let me know how you like your Bills Khaki's after you start wearing them. David Morgan sells them, and I've always been curious about them. I'm notoriously hard on pants, so for they price, I want to know if they are worth it!!! Michaelson, I can't express en...

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I understand Michaelson. If I could light a fire under Alden's rear end, I would. I'll keep you posted.

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Michaelson, I got an "approximate delivery" post card from Alden, you are looking at September 11th for delivery. Here's hoping it's sooner, but I'll keep you posted.

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Let me investigate things Michaelson.....

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Hey All, I spoke with Alden while ordering still more 405's, and they said this is the biggest backorder they've had on this shoe. Gee, I wonder why? :lol: Anyway, I know it's driving me nuts making all of my friends here at COW wait for their boots this long, I can only Imagine how those of you wai...

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You did get lucky!! It all depends on the timing and the size. If you have a fairly uncommon size (like say and 8 1/2 A) then you may get them right away. Realistically though, lately, it's been they are out of EVERYTHING between a B width and a EE width. It's really becoming hit or miss (mostly mis...

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No problem rbinko!! It's what I'm here for!! BTW, kudos on your choice of avatar. I have a General Lee horn on my Ford Focus.

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rbinko I saw this and figured I'd toss in my 2 cents. Alden, while making terrific shoes, isn't the speediest manufacturer around. But that's because the products are of the highest quality. And if you think it kills you to hear the wait time, trust me when I say that it hurts me just as much to tel...

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Speechless...

Sileo per pacis, Noel.

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Hey Neal!! How've you been? I hope your party was a great success!! Good to see you around!!

Regards,

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Dear Everyone who has posted, Thank You guys from the bottom of my heart. It has been my pleasure getting to know all of you and I look forward to speaking with all of you again. (Not necessarily for boots either) And as I ALWAYS SAY AND MEAN If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or need he...

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Very good points all. But can you imagine if all of us tried to put a book together like that? All the details we know? The thing would come in 15 volumes from Time Life and each one would weigh 8 pounds!! (Read the Book!! remember those?)

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Thanks swcrazyfan!! I'll have to whip up to Hobby Lobby and grab some!!!

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Clark, That's an AWESOME story Buddy! I was reading thinking, grumbling to myself about my bad experience, although today, I had a very positive experience. Not as cool as yours but an old man sat in his car for an hour watching me, then went I went to get in my car, I got "You're pretty handy ...

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LOVE the pants!! What kind of dye? I've some khakis that I'd like that color, as I don't want to wreck my $100 wool pants!

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FANTASTIC Everett!! I can't wait to meet you. Where abouts does your sister in law live? I can tell you how far you'll have to drive to "stop in"

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