Page 1 of 2
Wooohoooo!!! AB Aldens arrived!!!
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 10:51 am
by Marc
What a happy moment
I just received two huge boxes filled with the special made Adventurebilt Alden boots!!!
I'm so thrilled and grateful for all the effort that Alden put into re-creating these boots
The color is EXACTLY as requested, every stitch, every detail - I just couldn't be happier
This picture (courtesy of MK) among dozen of screen graps and countless discussions with the fine craftmen of Alden and months of waiting have made me being able to end this quest
Here's a pair in Ford's size for your viewing pleasure:
And a little closer (both pictures taken inside the living room - no flash):
Thanks for all you confidence, trust and patience in this project guys
Regards,
Marc
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 10:54 am
by agent5
Now maybe folks will see, Marc, that you can't just get this color unless you went this route. Looks to me as though they nailed the color perfectly. None of the brick-red qualities at all.
Perfect.
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 11:17 am
by TheFedoraGuy
...I believe the 3rd from the upper left corner, that's my box ;-) Seriously, excellent work, great pictures Marc. Can't wait to get my pair.
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 11:41 am
by DR Ulloa
These look awesome, Marc!
Wow, really. How much will you be selling these for?
Dave
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 11:49 am
by G-MANN
BEST LOOKING ALDENS EVER !
Cheers,
John
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 11:50 am
by swa737
Wahoo!!! I have a 10 1/2 that I would like to trade for a 10 if anyone is interested. Thanks!
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 12:02 pm
by Michaelson
DR Ulloa wrote:These look awesome, Marc!
Wow, really. How much will you be selling these for?
Dave
They were pre-order.
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 12:21 pm
by conceited_ape
Michaelson wrote:DR Ulloa wrote:These look awesome, Marc!
Wow, really. How much will you be selling these for?
Dave
They were pre-order.
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 12:35 pm
by Erri
Fantastic colour and great looking boxes too. I forgot now, a part from the colour, which were the differences with the current aldens?
Wish I did not buy my over-custom-charged Aldens and waited for these instead (which came at the same price in the end)... but I know I could have never waited so long. I'm happy for the lucky ones who were able (and could afford) to get one of these.
!
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 12:52 pm
by sithspawn
Marc,
Will you possibly be doing another order for those that didn't get in on this one? INTERESTED!!!
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:37 pm
by BendingOak
fantastic Marc.
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:59 pm
by serrecuir
Marc,
Congrats on this project!! I know you worked hard to get these just right! They look fantastic!! Another top-notch product from AB (and Alden)!
Kind regards,
Craig
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 2:02 pm
by Indiana G
very, very nice. colour is bang on. congrats
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 3:09 pm
by sneakertinker
I see my 11E in there...Cannot wait to get them on...Thanks Marc
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 3:18 pm
by Satipo
Interesting colour - very chocolatey!
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 6:08 pm
by K on the run
YAHOOOOO. Nowyoumustgotothepostofficeimidiatly!!!!!
You have outdone your self my friend.
My deepest respect,
Kim
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 6:32 pm
by Chris_King
FANTASTIC!
The quest is finally over. These are IT.
Thanks so much for putting this deal together Marc.
10.5D if you please!!!
Chris
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 8:32 pm
by sneakertinker
K on the run wrote:YAHOOOOO. Nowyoumustgotothepostofficeimidiatly!!!!!
Ditto...
Snap to it Marc...J/K...These did turn out great though...
Posted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 9:27 pm
by jnicktem
Gosh those look amazing!!! I love the color! The only problem is, I couldn't afford the basic Aldens, let alone these ones!
Marc already has enough of my money...
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 5:08 am
by DVD Connoisseur
Beautiful, simply beautiful. If a second run is started, I'd be very interested.
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 6:40 am
by Marc
Considering all the "discussions" these boots originally caused, I'm very grateful for all the kind feedback and interest I get from you guys. Thanks a lot
I'll start an interest thread for a second run within soon and if we manage to get the min. requirement together, then I'll be happy to place a second order.
The price is the same as last time, HOWEVER(!!!) the Dollar seems to be recovering, so for you guys in the U.S. they'd be round about 100 bucks less this time
Regards,
Marc
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 8:56 am
by Tollan
I'd be really interested as well! What would the price be in Euros? They look beautiful!
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 9:14 am
by Johnny Fedora
Marc, those are soooo awesome. Hopfully someday I can get a pair. Realy, I might put aside my well loved 1460's for those.
Very well done indeed!
Johnny
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 9:43 am
by JC1972
Tollan wrote:I'd be really interested as well! What would the price be in Euros? They look beautiful!
I believe the price is 450 Euros.
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 12:32 pm
by sneakertinker
I would def be interested in buying a second pair (I wear my Indie's for work) but I think I'm going to get myself an AB Delux first...Maybe...
I'm planning on wearing these for the first time this Halloween to a costume party that some of the wifes friends are having. Thanks again Marc
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 3:37 pm
by Indiana Williams
JC1972 wrote:Tollan wrote:I'd be really interested as well! What would the price be in Euros? They look beautiful!
I believe the price is 450 Euros.
Ill stick with the Aldens I allready have. But I will admit they are very nice and worth the money if you want true SA Aldens.
Best Regards,
Joe
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 4:24 pm
by sithspawn
The boots are the last thing I need. You can MOST DEFINITELY COUNT ME IN! ;-)
Scott
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 6:02 pm
by sneakertinker
Marc,
Is that leather lining on the tongues?
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 6:49 pm
by Marc
Yes Sir
Regards,
Marc
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 10:47 pm
by sneakertinker
Marc wrote:Yes Sir
Regards,
Marc
That's it...Sign me up for a second pair from your next run Marc...I have a feeling once I get my pair this time they won't leave my feet any time soon...Can't resist the AB spell...
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 10:52 pm
by swa737
Mark...If I can't find someone to trade my 10 1/2 for a 10, then I'll order a 2nd pair also.
Once again, thanks for the time you have put into this venture!
Greg
Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 11:43 pm
by sneakertinker
Hey Marc,
Can you take some more pics of the shoes...Detailed pics? Just to hold us over until we get them in the mail...
Thanks
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 4:52 am
by Rikimaru
Marc,
I would like to get in on the next order. size 13. Hopefully you'll have enough serious requests soon to send these in.
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 8:58 am
by Indiana Strones
For what I understand he needs 12 (or more) requestes to make another order from Alden.
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 9:30 am
by Marc
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 12:33 pm
by IndianaChris711
Wow, those shoes/boots, look really good. I really want a pair and I am afraid if I don't get on the second run there may not be another run. So I may consider getting a pair since these boots are a rare.
Great offer Marc, looks exactly like the boots in Raiders. Thanks so much for even offering these to us. AB is like the king of Indiana Jones gear. ;-)
IndianaChris
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 5:10 pm
by Kali Yuga
Das ist ja wunderbar, Marc!
Sind meine 7E auch mit dabei? Wenn ich es richtig erinnere ist das Leder kein Cordovan-Leder, oder?
Viele Grüße,
Kali Yuga
Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 9:56 pm
by Neolithic
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
;-)
Posted: Mon Oct 13, 2008 7:31 pm
by Indiana MarkVII
I could be interested in a second run if I can get my size and width. Marc, what is the price in US dollars now?
Posted: Mon Oct 13, 2008 7:44 pm
by sithspawn
I did the conversion last night and it came to $610.00 ;-)
Posted: Mon Oct 13, 2008 11:18 pm
by ReturningSon
I suggest people jump in on this. This may be the last time we see these and who knows, they could show up in Indy V
Posted: Mon Oct 13, 2008 11:49 pm
by Tron7960
It will be 7 months this friday since I placed my order!
With so many great things going on in the world of "
Indy", the time just flew by!
This is Exciting!
Posted: Tue Oct 14, 2008 4:21 am
by Indiana Strones
Tron7960 wrote: the time just flew by!
And the money too. ;-)
Posted: Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:11 pm
by sneakertinker
Have you started shipping them yet Marc? My feet are starting to get cold...
Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 2:45 am
by PLATON
Congratulations Marc
Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 3:55 pm
by starks_6
mate! they look spot on to when we see Indy stepping around the pressure switches in the Chachapoyan temple. they're perfect!
Posted: Thu Oct 16, 2008 10:51 pm
by Neolithic
Neolithic wrote:Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
;-)
Have you sent them yet?
Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2008 4:01 pm
by sneakertinker
Neolithic wrote:Neolithic wrote:Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
Have you sent them yet?
;-)
Have you sent them yet?
Posted: Wed Oct 22, 2008 11:52 pm
by sneakertinker
Posted: Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:47 am
by Chris_King
My boots just arrived!!!
Marc, THANK YOU - SINCERELY - for making this happen. These boots are just SUPERB!
Honestly, I can't faul these - they look EXACTLY like the boots we see Ford wearing in the temple scenes at the beginning of Raiders.
Yet another gear quest has been completed thanks to Marc and his exceptional quality / highly accurate offerings!
Chris
