what's a moc toe?Mola Ram wrote:yea, it looks like the shoes in the picture have a genuine moc toe,
while the aldens have a false one.
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Mola Ram's AldensMola Ram wrote:The color looks the same as my new pair.....
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Hmm...maybe I should check my monitor's color settings...
I'm thinkin' you're right. The toe itself looks fine. I think the sole was just cut slightly more squared.Indy Magnoli wrote:As for the shape of the toe, I think the sole may give it that squared off look...
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The moc toe stitching is "fake" as apposed to the Decker Crew boots which have functional stitiching on the toe to hold two different pieces of leather together.
I've just added these boots to my site:
https://host385.ipowerweb.com/~indyprop ... ucts_id=54
You can view the various colour swatches and options there. The color of the boots I had made was "saddle".
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I've just added these boots to my site:
https://host385.ipowerweb.com/~indyprop ... ucts_id=54
You can view the various colour swatches and options there. The color of the boots I had made was "saddle".
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Indy Magnoli wrote:Never trust an Italian...erri_wan wrote:I believe you meant Siena instead of Sienna
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well the color is called Terra di Siena (it's a very peculiar red) because it's originated in Siena, Italy. Why you english speaking people always add some exceeding letter when it's no needed (and cut off the needed ones)?
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I feel your pain, Mola Ram. But if it's any consellation, I'm sure they'll go up even more before the year's through. Pretty soon you can say, "Hey I'm glad I got mine for $290," rather than having to pay $300, $325, or whatever the next price hike will bring them to.Mola Ram wrote:They are 290$ direct from alden now.
The price has gone up in the past few months,
It actually went up to 290$ from 275$ a day before i ordered
mine
Options = Good. Now about that Elsa replica you're building for me...Indy Magnoli wrote:I'm not intending these to be a cheaper alternative to the Aldens, but something with more options for those who want different shades of brown, modifications to the toe stitching, etc.
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Huh? An Orion Slave Elsa?Indiana Jerry wrote:Gosh...you'd consider modifying Elsa? Nope, I'm going to be a stickler on this point - screen accurate for me! (Except that she'd have green skin. But other than that, screen accurate.)SkyChief wrote:Options = Good. Now about that Elsa replica you're building for me...
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The standard shank in these boots will be steel. If you need this removed or altered, this can be a custom option. Likewise if you need extra support for ankles, etc this can be accomodated.
We can use various soles more apporpriate for hiking if you're interested. This won't increase the cost at all.
As for larger sizes, there will be an extra fee for this unfortunately. This will be an additional $65.
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We can use various soles more apporpriate for hiking if you're interested. This won't increase the cost at all.
As for larger sizes, there will be an extra fee for this unfortunately. This will be an additional $65.
Kind regards,
Indy
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As mentioned in another thread, here are the work boot soles that my cobbler has "in stock":
Obviously, these are some heavy-duty treads for the serious non-slipper. I'm going to look into more treaded options for these boots if there is interest. :
The soles I've got on them now seem very slip resistent, but I haven't run around on snow nor ice yet.
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Obviously, these are some heavy-duty treads for the serious non-slipper. I'm going to look into more treaded options for these boots if there is interest. :
The soles I've got on them now seem very slip resistent, but I haven't run around on snow nor ice yet.
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I'll be running a 20% off sale on my adventure boots for one week only. That brings the price down to $220 (shipping included):
https://host385.ipowerweb.com/~indyprop ... ucts_id=54
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https://host385.ipowerweb.com/~indyprop ... ucts_id=54
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Does anyone read subject lines? I don't.
Got my pair yesterday. And I've gotta say, they are really nice. I was nervous about ordering footwear online, since usually it is hard for me to get the appropriate size, but true to his word, these fit perfectly and are very comfortable. To give them a quick test, I took them on a quick jog, and they felt great, and held up well. I also don't have the tongue problem my old aldens had. They are much lighter too, and living in Arkansas, sometimes the temperatures can get... well... hot as ####. But I think these will become my permanent boot. The final test will be dragging myself behind a truck, then we'll really see.
I'm wearing them now, actually.
Now, I only have one problem... I need to lose some weight before I order anything else. But I already have my eye on that Marshall 3-Piece.
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I'm wearing them now, actually.
Now, I only have one problem... I need to lose some weight before I order anything else. But I already have my eye on that Marshall 3-Piece.
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Re: Does anyone read subject lines? I don't.
Ahem, ;0. On feet please? .DocWeeks wrote:Got my pair yesterday. And I've gotta say, they are really nice. I was nervous about ordering footwear online, since usually it is hard for me to get the appropriate size, but true to his word, these fit perfectly and are very comfortable. To give them a quick test, I took them on a quick jog, and they felt great, and held up well. I also don't have the tongue problem my old aldens had. They are much lighter too, and living in Arkansas, sometimes the temperatures can get... well... hot as ####. But I think these will become my permanent boot. The final test will be dragging myself behind a truck, then we'll really see.
I'm wearing them now, actually.
Now, I only have one problem... I need to lose some weight before I order anything else. But I already have my eye on that Marshall 3-Piece.
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You're absolutely right! And to solve this problem and to do a benefit to all gearheads I would hand over my highly recommended feet for an "Adventureboots-Photosession", if Magnoli is sending me a pair for that reason!It's going to be nice to see somebody IN these boots eventually. Sorry, it's just that I've seen three people say "These boots are great!" and I'm still wondering what they look like on.
No serious: I really think, they are the best Alden substitutes, you can find, and I also think, that Magnoli's gonna sell them for a reasonable price (comparing to the service including).
But its right the best adjudgement would be of a person, who directly could compare Aldens to the Adventure Boots and could test their durability! (From all I've heard Aldens are not very durable and rugged and could have to get fixed within half a year of wearing).
So is there anywhere someone, who calls himself lucky owner of Aldens and Adventure-boots and might help us??
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I'd have to whole heartedly disagree with that statement due to personal experience with my Aldens. I've had them for a couple years now and have worn them in various climates and weather conditions. With rare exception, my Aldens are the shoes I wear almost every single day. The only repair they've had was to replace the heels once due to wear. Apart from that, the occasional new set of laces and a polish and they look great. My Aldens have outlived any other shoe I've ever owned and they show no sign of falling apart any time soon.Dwighty0815 wrote:(From all I've heard Aldens are not very durable and rugged and could have to get fixed within half a year of wearing).
That said, I'm very interested in seeing how Magnoli's boots compare, especially since they are custom made to your feet. The pictures look great and it's nice to see them offered in different colors and the like. To make a fair comparrison of the Aldens vs. the Magnoli boots, should the Magnoli pair used for this test also include the steel shank? One of the reasons my Aldens still offer great foot support is because of that shank. Would it also make sense to compare shoes of a similar leather?
I guess it comes down to what criteria we want to use to compare the two sets of shoes. As far as looks go, Magnoli's boots are spot on. If that's all that matters, then it's an excellent close enough! If we're talking foot support, then I'd still be interested in how they compare without the steel shank. I'm sure they're lighter than Aldens, which seems a welcome thing for many. I guess my biggest concern for me personally is spending a considerable amount of money on a shoe I can't try on beforehand that may or may not fit my foot needs. I'm not harping on Magnoli's product, it's just that even recently I had a difficult time finding walking/light hiking shoes that fit me right for an upcoming vacation. I just wish my feet weren't so darn picky!
Trust me, Magnoli, if I had the cash, I'd gladly do the test. I like the thought of having custom shoes made for my finicky feet!
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Same here. The Aldens are amongst the best boots I've ever owned or seen. I've had mine a year now and have been wearing them almost daily for 9 months. They could stand to be rehealed, but they are just as solid as the day I bought them. I see no reason that shouldn't last for year to come.binkmeisterRick wrote:I'd have to whole heartedly disagree with that statement due to personal experience with my Aldens. I've had them for a couple years now and have worn them in various climates and weather conditions. With rare exception, my Aldens are the shoes I wear almost every single day. The only repair they've had was to replace the heels once due to wear. Apart from that, the occasional new set of laces and a polish and they look great. My Aldens have outlived any other shoe I've ever owned and they show no sign of falling apart any time soon.Dwighty0815 wrote:(From all I've heard Aldens are not very durable and rugged and could have to get fixed within half a year of wearing).
I am also eagerly awaiting a report on Magnoli's boots. I sure that they will be of comparable quality!