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Handmade All–Weather Walker
Get a lifetime of comfort, and classic handsome looks from Alden's Scotch-grain calfskin All-Weather Walker. Massachusetts-based Alden Shoe Company developed this design in the 1940s, pairing a grippy crepe sole with a hand-sewn and -tacked leather tip for long life. Still meticulously handmade in New England, Alden's walking shoes are some of the most comfortable—and durable—you can buy. Alden shoes in dark brown. Made in USA.Whole and half men's shoe sizes: 8-11½, 12, 13, 14.
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8 of 8(100%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Handmade All–Weather Walker
Review 1 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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Worth every penny...,
September 15, 2012
By: Wiseau
from Lakeland, Florida
"I waited 8 months for this order to be filled and it was worth the wait. The shoes are flawless. Stitching is outstanding and the leather hides are rich and vibrant. You can tell by looking at these shoes they were made by hand and with a subtle attention to detail. They are heavy but the sole has ample cushion, much more than a traditional leather sole. $500 is a ton of cash to spend on shoes but theses should last a lifetime with proper care. I could not be happier with the purchase. Some of the finest construction in hand made shoes I have ever seen. If you appreciate fine clothing, you will not be disappointed."
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Review 2 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
Overall Rating:
Excellent, Comfortable Shoes,
February 3, 2012
By: DixonHill
from San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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"Like the other reviewers, I found these shoes to be amazingly comfortable from the first wearing. Quality of materials is first-rate. Joins and stitching are good, with one minor exception. The welt ends (inside or medial of each shoe, near the heel, where the vamp is attached to the sole) are not finished off as neatly as in most shoes in this price range. The stitching looks secure enough, but the rough join shows more than on a fine handmade English shoe. There's plenty of room in the toe box, unlike in some of Alden's pointier styles.They are heavy. One shoe in my size (9D) weighs 1lb.10oz. By comparison, one of my Wolverine 1000-Mile boots weighs 1lb.6oz. Still, they are sturdy, comfortable and stylish -- a great combination."
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Review 3 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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great shoes,
November 22, 2011
By: Caddis10
from Roanoke, VA
"These are really great shoes.
Very comfortable with good support.
They run about a 1/2 size bigger that other shoes but that is true of other Alden styles as well."
Very comfortable with good support.
They run about a 1/2 size bigger that other shoes but that is true of other Alden styles as well."
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Review 4 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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Amazing Shoes,
October 2, 2011
By: DFrancis
"I put off buying these shoes as I thought they were a bit expensive and I was not sure how they looked in person. Now I wish I had bought them years earlier. The Alden's look great with khakis, jeans and even casual dress pants. They are instantly comfortable and the perfect shoes for a long walk in any weather. I have already toured England and Scotland in them and they are perfect. They do run a half size large."
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Review 5 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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Nice Shoes,
September 12, 2011
By: Vintagetime
from Ohio
"I was looking for some long wearing, waterproof shoes with good looks. These fill the bill. I must say, they have a strong Pigskin leather smell initially, that took about 6 months to dissipate. The inserts didn't feel the best to me, so I replaced them with some aftermarket leather covered cushioned insoles with better arch support. Now these shoes are made for walking!"
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Review 6 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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January 28, 2010
By: Chinder
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"A classic! Fit perfectly from the start. Look forward to many years of wear."
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Review 7 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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A fine comfortable shoe,
December 14, 2009
By: TarponSlayer
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"Picked these up at the Sandestin FL store three months ago and wished I had tried them years ago. Great fit and a superior secure feeling while walking in all sorts of weather conditions. I remember the first day I wore them, only because they were so comfortable. They did not feel like new shoes, they felt great form the beginning. I expect to enjoy this pair for years to come and they look just as good with jeans or dress pants."
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Review 8 for Handmade All–Weather Walker
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best shoe i ever owned,
September 15, 2008
By: Anonymous
"I have been wearing these shoes for over twenty years. I have two pair of black and two brown. I wear the with my suit and blue jeans. I wear them atleast 5 days a week."
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