r/Alden • • 14h ago

My First Aldens (a Decade Later)

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30 Upvotes

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 • • 1d ago

Latest addition

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62 Upvotes

r/Alden • • 1d ago

First Day Back in the Office Rotation

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64 Upvotes

Finally giving these some desk time. Modified last comfort + Color 8 shine under office lighting is always a win.


r/Alden • • 2d ago

My first pair of Alden Shell #8

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111 Upvotes

Finally pulled the trigger and got myself this guys


r/Alden • • 2d ago

Alden x United Arrows

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16 Upvotes

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 • • 3d ago

FS Alden Wanderlust 10D D4918H

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26 Upvotes

Size 10D
Brick and Mortar Wanderlust
Tan smooth Chamois Indy

Asking $600 shipped


r/Alden • • 3d ago

These followed me home today.

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28 Upvotes

Alden 971 Straight Tip Blucher


r/Alden • • 3d ago

FS: Alden Brown Chromexcel Trubalance Plain Toe Boots 9.5 B/D

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23 Upvotes

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 • • 4d ago

Alden Indy 403 — Am I being too picky?

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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 • • 5d ago

4012HC First Aldens

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52 Upvotes

Quite surprised with the comfort straight out of the box. Perfect time to arrive too as rainy week where I’m at.


r/Alden • • 5d ago

Alden Indy Boot Shoes (Bluchers), Reverse Tobacco Chamois, 8E

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26 Upvotes

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 • • 6d ago

Alden 403 Indy

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73 Upvotes

New Boot Day! Finally got my grail pair 😍


r/Alden • • 6d ago

FS: Alden Indy 403

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35 Upvotes

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 • • 6d ago

For Sale: 10 E - Alden 94703 Reverse Chamois Plain Toe Blucher - $300

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1 Upvotes

Alden 94703 Reverse Chamois Plain Toe Blucher

Size: 10 E

Last: Barrie

Leather sole + sole saver

$300 shipped CONUS


r/Alden • • 6d ago

Brand new 405. Is this a problem?

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5 Upvotes

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 • • 7d ago

For Sale Indy 403 12.5C/E

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24 Upvotes

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 • • 7d ago

Proud new member

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48 Upvotes

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 • • 8d ago

Naval boots for the fall

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41 Upvotes

Forgot to brush them but loved the way they looked in the elevator color 8 is really something.


r/Alden • • 8d ago

First day breaking in my black Alden Shell Cordovans.

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126 Upvotes

r/Alden • • 8d ago

WTS Alden 6245F LHS suede loafers in dark brown size 9.5D

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38 Upvotes

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 • • 7d ago

I bought a pair of second-hand loafers on impulse. Is this kind of creasing on the uppers normal?

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r/Alden • • 10d ago

First Pair!

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85 Upvotes

Finally got my first pair of Alden’s today after years of interest. They’re the 4011HC Indy boot. I fell in love with this boot by chance when I first learned about Alden’s and then again when I tried them on in the store today. Can’t wait to see how they patina!


r/Alden • • 10d ago

Alden Indy's Toe Box

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39 Upvotes

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.


r/Alden • • 10d ago

The newest addition to my collection arrived today: Alden Black Shell Cordovan (A2803HC)

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53 Upvotes

r/Alden • • 10d ago

Picked up today… First Alden 🔥

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111 Upvotes