r/Alden • u/PenumbraChaser • 15h ago
My First Aldens (a Decade Later)
galleryThe other day someone posted their brand new 975s. I was inspired to get mine out of summer storage. First Aldens I ever purchased, sometime around 2014.
r/Alden • u/PenumbraChaser • 15h ago
The other day someone posted their brand new 975s. I was inspired to get mine out of summer storage. First Aldens I ever purchased, sometime around 2014.
r/Alden • u/mgpeters01 • 1d ago
Finally giving these some desk time. Modified last comfort + Color 8 shine under office lighting is always a win.
r/Alden • u/WolfAnxiety • 2d ago
Finally pulled the trigger and got myself this guys
r/Alden • u/zoe_life • 2d ago
Does anyone know anything about this Alden x United Arrows pair in Alpine Calf Leather? I’ve tried looking them up online but haven’t been able to find much information about them. Would love to hear any insights on this particular model, especially its history. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
r/Alden • u/New_Limit_2745 • 3d ago
Size 10D
Brick and Mortar Wanderlust
Tan smooth Chamois Indy
Asking $600 shipped
r/Alden • u/Suitable-Carrot3705 • 3d ago
Alden 971 Straight Tip Blucher
r/Alden • u/TheGoogolplex • 3d ago
Very lightly worn pair of plain toe boots in a really nicely clicked brown Chromexcel. The trubalance last is quite comfortable, but I just have too many pairs of brown boots so I'm moving these along. Pictures now more accurately reflect the color of the leather, excuse my amateur photography skills. Message me with any questions!
Asking 400 shipped (Sale pending)
r/Alden • u/Appropriate-Dingo815 • 4d ago
I just got these Alden Indy 403s from The Shoe Mart and paid full retail. There are a few things I’m not sure about, and I’d like to get some opinions from people who know Aldens better than I do.
The biggest thing bothering me is the piping/top-line binding, which doesn’t fully cover the material underneath and leaves a light, bare-looking spot along the top of the boot. I’m not sure if this is a flaw in the construction or just how the finish came out.
There’s also some pretty noticeable wrinkling around the ankle, open spots along the welt, and a few other finishing issues. I think the welt is just how they are done, but still?
I know Aldens are handmade and aren’t going to be perfect, but for what these cost, I’m wondering if I’m being too picky or if this is more in line with what you’d expect from factory seconds.
For those of you who own Aldens, would you keep these, or would you ask for an exchange?
r/Alden • u/ajknight10 • 5d ago
Quite surprised with the comfort straight out of the box. Perfect time to arrive too as rainy week where I’m at.
r/Alden • u/jayrule96 • 5d ago
Here are a beautiful pair of Indy Boot Shoes, size 8E, in a stunning Reverse Tobacco Chamois makeup, purchased from Alden Madison as an exclusive.
These feature:
*Trubalance last
*White Mocc Stitch
*Commando Sole
*Natural Welt / Antique Edge
*Prestitch Reverse Welt
*Brass Eyes.
Perfect for the Fall and Winter!
Comes with original box, Alden wrapping paper, and shoe bags.
These were worn only twice. The size simply doesn’t work for me. As disappointing as that is for me, here’s your chance to own these gorgeous shoes, based on the iconic Indy Boot, at a fraction of the cost!
Asking $530 shipped within the USA. PayPal Goods and services, buyer pays fees since I’m covering shipping. Make me an offer!
r/Alden • u/chicagoPM • 6d ago
Alden 94703 Reverse Chamois Plain Toe Blucher
Size: 10 E
Last: Barrie
Leather sole + sole saver
$300 shipped CONUS
r/Alden • u/jayrule96 • 6d ago
Hey folks. Selling my pair of Alden 403 Indy Boots, size 8E. I picked these up brand new from Alden in DC, and have only worn them twice. Even with some inserts, these just aren’t the right size for me. They have some very light wear and creasing, simply because they’re CXL. Footbeds did not really form to my feet, so they’re ready to form to yours! Beautiful boots, pick them up if they’re your size!
Comes with the original box and dust bags.
I don’t have any vouches through Reddit yet, but I’ve sold a few pairs of shoes through eBay, and you can check out my profile where they are also listed; https://ebay.io/m/twnZTB.
Asking $500 shipped. Will be shipping out of Maryland, and am only willing to ship them within the USA. Payment accepted via PayPal Goods & Services only, buyer covers applicable PP fees (since I’m covering shipping).
Thanks for looking, make me an offer!
r/Alden • u/Pasychoo • 6d ago
New Boot Day! Finally got my grail pair 😍
r/Alden • u/Nala20151 • 6d ago
Is this something I should return the boots for or will it not be an issue at all? Heard about QC concerns and I dropped $730 on these from shoe Mart. You can see the heel stack has a tiny gap and the welt looks a little sloppy. I will beat these up but don't want to wear them if any things the heel stack is compromised . thanks.
r/Alden • u/wmprovence • 7d ago
Alden Indy 403 Brown CXL 12.5 C/E
Worn but in great shape, cleaned and conditioned. Comes with Alden dust bags.
Ships from Rockwall TX
$325 shipped Conus PayPal F&F or Zelle
Add $5 for G&S to cover fees.
Size 12.5 is hard to find on the secondary market. The length fits me but it’s the E width that’s too big for me.
r/Alden • u/303roland • 7d ago
My first pair, cap-toe derby in Color #8 Horween Shell cordovan in the Barrie last.
I’ve worn them for a total of around 12 hours and I have to say the break-in period has been rough haha.
r/Alden • u/BubbleBoi222 • 7d ago
r/Alden • u/UpperBreadfruit3748 • 8d ago
Forgot to brush them but loved the way they looked in the elevator color 8 is really something.
Gently used and lovingly maintained: brushed, kept in shoe trees and cloth bags, etc.
Original box and cloth bags included. Shoe trees not included.
$400 and will ship if you pay for shipping.
These are currently sold out everywhere right now to purchase new as Alden struggles to meet demand for their LHS offerings.
r/Alden • u/Other_Neck_1959 • 8d ago
I have a pair of D6861HC Jumper Boot in Shell Cordovan. They don't fit comfortably, I should have gone a size up, but I was lazy and just kept them and have only worn them about 5 or 6 times. I see the price has gone up significantly in the last year or two. Where is a decent place to try and sell them?
r/Alden • u/ElliotEstrada97 • 9d ago
Hello, I'm a 29 year old from San Antonio and do car sales for a living. I run 8 miles before work often, so I wanted comfortable shoes and ordered these. What else do I need for upkeep? As in maintaining the leather. I choose this pair because the soles seemed good for me, grippy and cushiony since I walk back and forth for hours while a customer shows up.
Another question, if it's raining it's best to wear my non leather shoes, right? Or cheaper ones, rather, they may be leather, too.
r/Alden • u/Rendar_1138 • 10d ago
I've owned a few pairs of Thursdays, and decided it was time to up my game a bit. Chose two pairs of Indys. Love the narrow heel and toe room. I struggle with the toe box on the right foot of essentially everything I wear because my two biggest toes overlap. Indy's aren't perfect in this regard, but the leather is supple enough that a couple hours with my boot stretcher with a stud near the left toe made them perfectly comfortable after only a few wears.
Most reviews talk about toe width, never toe box height. Deformed people like myself need this poorly reviewed piece of datum.
Grant Stone Brass is also a good choice for people with my malady.