New Alden 405's from schmidty612's store

Picker · Post by **Picker** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 4:38 pm

Okay, guys, so I saw schmidty612's posts the other day, called him on Tuesday of this week, ordered a new pair of Alden 405's at the price he quoted ($270 plus USPS shipping), and they arrived today, 2 days later. Great shoes, I love them, and I know that this post is worthless without pics, but the shoes look just like they do on everybody's website: not irregulars, no issues.
Long story short: call schmidty612 at 630-232-2317 (Giesche Shoes in Geneva, IL) and order a pair. D widths only right now.
Trust me.
Picker

Tron7960 · Post by **Tron7960** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 7:01 pm

We trust you. However, we still want pictures, (at least I do)!

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Sun Mar 23, 2008 5:23 pm

Hey Picker! I appreciate the nod. I'm glad you like your boots and look forward to talking to you in the future!

Schmidty

rrhanselka · Post by **rrhanselka** » Sun Mar 23, 2008 9:48 pm

I've talked to schmidty612, and I, too, have ordered a pair of Alden 405's. Should get here on Tuesday. Pics will follow.

Thanks schmidty612.

Many Thanks
Randoman

sneakertinker · Post by **sneakertinker** » Sun Mar 23, 2008 10:40 pm

Sounds like a bunch of people are jumping on schmidty for a pair of Alden's...Ordered my 2nd pair through him as well...

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:46 pm

Whoa! 2 days ... that's pretty amazing! I should have gone with you schmidty. I'm still waiting for my pair from Alden's, but no idea how much longer I have to wait. I had my feet measured, and they said I was a B, which seems bizzare to me, but I hope they knew what they were doing.

Indiana MarkVII · Post by **Indiana MarkVII** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 2:07 am

We just have an Aldens representation in a local men's store here in Phoenix. Sorry, but I can't trust them with my shoes sizing. I went in there to get my feet measured before I bought my first pair of Alden 405 boots, just to see if there has been any change in my feet since the last time I bought a pair of dress shoes. They would have had me order a C width, when I actually fit into a AA, which is quite a bit more narrow. I hope everyone else has better luck with their fittings.

I ordered a pair of 405's in AA from the website and they arrived very quickly, Now I'm waiting for a pair of the AF64 which are on special order from Alden's of Carmel. Talk about needing patience for some other pieces of gear. They won't even place my prepaid order until the summer, with delivery expected in the fall.

Picker · Post by **Picker** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 7:59 am

Glad you guys are giving schmidty a chance to shoe you. Regarding sizing, I wore 11 D for years (I'm 54 years old), and about 12 years ago, I thought my feet suddenly grew because I was having to buy 11 1/2 and 12 in some shoes, and I have some walking athletic shoes (I despise athletic shoes, with all the stupid colors and logos for advertising) in 13. What had actually happened was that shoes being made all around the world caused inconsistencies in sizing. So, long story short: before ordering the Aldens, I had my feet measured in a high-end clothiers, and guess what: 11D. My feet had not changed, but shoe sizing had simply fluctuated among manufacturers. Aldens are high quality, old world shoes, true to size. Get your feet measured by someone who know what he's doing, and order that size.

I'm a teacher; I know that of which I speak. :

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 1:59 pm

Wow!! I'm slightly overwhelmed. Thanks guys for the accolades. I am sincerely glad I could get you guys some good boots for less money. Thank YOU for supporting independent business.

Indiana MarkVII, you have some narrow feet my friend. If they measured you a "C" and you got a AA. Holy Smokes! The boots run a little full but they must've REALLY been off.

Thanks Again Guys,

Schmidty

DoubleOhSeven · Post by **DoubleOhSeven** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 2:52 pm

Sure hope schmidty has some in 10 D in the next few weeks when I will have the money available!

Argonaut · Post by **Argonaut** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 3:47 pm

$270 plus USPS shipping? Dang. Now that's a good deal. I hope schmidty is still around when I get a job.

Picker · Post by **Picker** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 6:00 pm

My Pecards leather dressing came today. Ordered Thursday, arrived Monday. That was slower than the boots from schmidty. $6 for the Pecards; $7 to ship. Aint life funny. I just rubbed them down, set aside to absorb. Reports to follow. What a bunch of pitiful, obsessed dudes we are!
Picker
PS: you should see me obsess over my guitars.

rrhanselka · Post by **rrhanselka** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 6:49 pm

UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!
My 405's arrived today from schmidty612. I ordered them on Thursday evening, he shipped Friday USPS, and they arrived today. I had allowed that I wear an 8 1/2D or 9D. Since all he had was the 9D, he shipped them, and they fit perfectly. I almost hate to wear them, because then they won't be new anymore.

It is really nice to order something and not have to wait 12 weeks for it. Thanks again to schmidty612.

Randoman

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 8:28 pm

Randoman,

I'm glad you are happy with your purchase my friend!! If there is anything I can help you with in the future, be it Aldens, other footwear inquiries, backup against the SA Nazis, or moving a body,

Let me know!

Regards,

Schmidty

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:00 pm

Wow! Some impressive transactions going on!

rrhanselka · Post by **rrhanselka** » Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:47 pm

Schmidty....
You 'da man. I've got you on my speed dial. never know when you need some help, especially against those SA nazis. LOL.

Seriously, I'm considering another pair of the Aldens for backup, since I'm sure your price will have to increase over time. Save me a pair of 9D.

Thanks you, my friend
randoman

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Tue Mar 25, 2008 7:43 pm

Randoman,

Our price will only go up when Alden decides to raise their wholesale price again. But we will still do our best to keep them lower than everybody else. We actually got another 9D in today, but that's a regularly stocked size so no need to bite the bullet yet. You haven't even started to break in the pair you've got I bet. They're comfy from the get go but take a while before they are...AAAAHHHHH.

Regards,

Schmidty

IndyFrench · Post by **IndyFrench** » Tue Mar 25, 2008 10:57 pm

Any chance of a pair in 9 1/2D?

rrhanselka · Post by **rrhanselka** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:51 pm

schmidty612.....
I want another pair of the 9D's. I'll call tomorrow night with credit card info.

Many Thanks
Randoman

whipwarrior · Post by **whipwarrior** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 9:00 pm

I almost hate to wear them, because then they won't be new anymore

Trust me, they look better after being naturally broken-in. When I first received mine 10 years ago, the leather looked really stiff and smooth, and I immediately thought: "They don't look like Indy's boots!" Time and use have brought about the desired effect. These Aldens could have been worn by Indy in Last Crusade.

Picker · Post by **Picker** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 7:57 am

Are these boots orthopedic, meaning specially designed with the wellness of the feet in mind? I've been wearing/breaking mine in for a week now, and last night I noticed something: even though my 405's and I are still in the new/break-in period, last night my feet felt as if they had just been masssaged when I removed the boots, and I know what that feels like (my wife used to do it for me). Even after wearing these still very new shoes all day, my feet felt very relaxed and totally painless.
Does anyone know for sure if they are indeed orthopedic?

Picker, a teacher...part time.

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 8:55 am

Picker,

They are orthopedic. They are designed for people with foot issues. They are stiff, which offers support, they lace, which offers support, if you feel around the back of the heel, they have extended heel counters, which provide ankle support, and if you notice the curvature of the heels, that is also for stability. Your feet should not get tired in these.

Schmidty

Tron7960 · Post by **Tron7960** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 10:35 am

All of these new Aldens and NO PICTURES?

You guys are killin' me!

Tron

Risu · Post by **Risu** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 10:40 am

Thanks to Hunter Jones, I'm off the hook for a pair of pants, so I can afford these any day now. I'll definitely post pics when I get them.

morganswift · Post by **morganswift** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 1:06 pm

Tron7960 wrote:All of these new Aldens and NO PICTURES?

You guys are killin' me!

Tron

Tron, I'm getting a pair from schmidty612 and when they make it over to the UK I promise I'll post some pics!

Alex

sneakertinker · Post by **sneakertinker** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 1:20 pm

morganswift wrote:
Tron7960 wrote:All of these new Aldens and NO PICTURES?

You guys are killin' me!

Tron
Tron, I'm getting a pair from schmidty612 and when they make it over to the UK I promise I'll post some pics!

Alex

Count me in too...As soon as my pair from schmidty comes in pics will be up as well

Tron7960 · Post by **Tron7960** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 3:25 pm

I'll be watching

Mossyrock · Post by **Mossyrock** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 3:54 pm

Are you planning on offering any other widths? I need a 9C. My Aldens are barely broken in (about a year old), but you never know when you might need another pair after being drug behind a truck or being chased through the jungle by your friendly neighborhood Hovitos... I didn't get them from Schmidty, but here are my Aldens and my Red Wings for comparison...

lingarn · Post by **lingarn** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:23 pm

You can order additional widths and sizes.

The store only keeps so many in stock.

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 9:53 pm

Mossyrock, Welcome! I can order you a 9C if you want. Alden has a lot out of stock right now but they seem to be catching up pretty quick. PM me if you want me to find out what the availability is, or how long you have to wait.

Regards,

Schmidty

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:13 pm

Schmidty, I got my pair today (they were ordered before you were a twinkle in my eye

), and I wanted to show you one picture in particular. At the top of one of the shoes, I noticed a little quirk that I wanted to make sure I shouldn't be concerned with. What do you think?

PyramidBlaster · Post by **PyramidBlaster** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:18 pm

OK, Tron...you demanded pictures...But you should have specified *Focused* pictures....

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:23 pm

Ugh. I know.

My digital camera isn't stellar these days. Bascially, you can see some stiching at the top, but it isn't loose or anything, so I think it's probably ok, but I wanted to see what some of you thought.

Tron7960 · Post by **Tron7960** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:28 pm

Oh good. I thought I was having a stroke...

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:31 pm

I posted the regular pics on a different thread. They are actually quite clear, so no ones helath should be at risk.

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 7:07 pm

Mr. Z,

I don't think you have anything to worry about. I assume you are talking about the little space between the toe and the welt (the tan part with the stitching) No Worries. Alden usually stands behind their product so if anything SHOULD happen, I think they'll take care of it.

Schmidty

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 7:15 pm

By The Way...

I Have Pecards Paste now. 8 Bucks if anyone is interested.

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 10:29 pm

Thanks Schmidty.

Do you highly recomend the Paste, or is it not really essential?

Also, do you sell the laces too?

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 8:59 am

Mr. Z

I originally got the paste with my David Morgan Bullwhip. It was recommended that a coat be put on. Since then, I've put it on all 4 pair of boots, my Wested Jacket (it gets a coat every fall), my wife's hiking boots, her jacket, it's good on toast (just kidding). I strongly suggest it. And yes, I can get laces too. They aren't the Alden lace because they overcharge for them. But they are a brown flat 45" dress lace that I use in my boots. They are they SAME THING. They are like 2 bucks a pair. I usually throw a pair in with each pair of boots.

Schmidty

Picker · Post by **Picker** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 9:24 am

I thought those extra laces came from Aldens. Thank YOU, schmidty.
Picker

gotjones? · Post by **gotjones?** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 1:00 pm

Any chance they will have those in 13eee or 14eee/14d? Big feet are so hard to shop for!

schmidty612 · Post by **schmidty612** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 6:51 pm

Gotjones,

I wanna say they come in a 13EEE but no 14. I will check this weekend and let you know Monday.

Schmidty

sneakertinker · Post by **sneakertinker** » Sun Mar 30, 2008 8:28 pm

Hey Schmidty can you add some of the Pecards onto my order? I might as well get that from you too...

Mulceber · Post by **Mulceber** » Wed Apr 02, 2008 5:39 pm

Hey, I just heard from my parents that the shoes from Schmidty arrived. They're at home and I'm at college, so I'm going to have to wait until this weekend to see them. I'll be sure to post a full review once I've worn them though. :junior: -M

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:03 pm

Awesome! They are really great, and add to your height too, which is a nice bonus.

lingarn · Post by **lingarn** » Thu Apr 03, 2008 1:19 am

I just got a pair in the mail today!

Good communication, fast shipping... Overall, a very positive experience.

I look forward to wearing these shoes for years to come!

Mulceber · Post by **Mulceber** » Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:00 pm

Hey, I just got my pair from Schmidty's store - I've never owned a pair of Aldens (or indeed, any high quality shoe) before, so I've nothing to compare them to, but as far as I'm concerned, they're fantastic. They fit me far better than any other shoe I've worn, since they actually have the correct sizing and at $278 (shipping included) they can't be beat.

A+! :junior: -M

Tron7960 · Post by **Tron7960** » Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:20 pm

Mulceber wrote:Hey, I just got my pair from Schmidty's store - I've never owned a pair of Aldens (or indeed, any high quality shoe) before, so I've nothing to compare them to, but as far as I'm concerned, they're fantastic. They fit me far better than any other shoe I've worn, since they actually have the correct sizing and at $278 (shipping included) they can't be beat.

A+! :junior: -M

I know what you mean! You really have to handle and wear a pair of these to truly "get it"!

Congratulations!

Tron

Mr. Z · Post by **Mr. Z** » Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:34 pm

So far, I've been really happy with mine for sure!

Mulceber · Post by **Mulceber** » Sun Apr 06, 2008 10:41 pm

I know what you mean! You really have to handle and wear a pair of these to truly "get it"!

Congratulations!

Thanks! Yeah, I agree. I only wish I had a camera here so I could post pics. :junior: -M