Alden
405 Boot Specifications:
Pattern: High top blucher workboot with
mocc toe.
Upper:
Heavy, full grain brown waxhide.
Lining: Heavy, 100% cotton duck with leather
facings
at eyestays, back, and top.
Outsole: Neoprene
cork sole, oil resistant.
Heel: Right
and left orthopedic rubber heels.
Counters:
Long inside
Shank: Heavy,
ribbed, tempered steel right and left shanks.
Positioned from way back in the heel seat and
extending forward to support the metatarsal area.
Insole: Natural
vegetable-tanned leather insole features special
reinforced rib for extra strength during modification
and re-crafting.
Fitting: The
Trubalance Last is designed to accommodate foot
shapes from the normal to extremely pronated heavy
foot with square forefoot or splay foot. It features
excellent volume in the forepart and maintains
both depth and shank width while providing positive
heel fit and control. A good choice when prescribed
corrections are required.
Here is a pair of used Aldens that have been on
some adventures.
Photo courtesy of Matt Walker.
Have a look at my naturally distressed Aldens.
Indiana John
I noticed that you had a picture of Matt's boots
that had "been on some adventures."
I couldn't help but send you this shot of my Alden's
that have REALLY been abused! They've been with
me through seven or eight countries and an archaeological
dig. I'm finally getting the heels replaced after
two years. They really have the worn appearance
of the originals. I've heard a lot of people talk
about them darkening with age, but mine have lightened
considerably over the last two years, much to
my delight. They look great in their present state,
in my humble opinion. Indy Magnoli
Please
Consult the Shoes
FAQ for any questions & concerns
you may have about the boots.
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THE
ALDEN SHOP
The
Alden Shop is an independent retailer that specializes
in Alden shoes. This business is based in San
Francisco and has been providing the finest of
men's footwear since 1970.
Indy Gear is proud to support Allen White and
the crew at the Alden Shop as the exclusive online
source for purchasing the Indy boots. Below you
will find information and a link for online ordering.
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Above
are pictures of my brand new Alden Boots.
Please note the picture in the lower right
corner. The pair on the right features a
darker shade of leather--this particular
pair is noticeably darker than the left.
Some of this can be attributed to the Sandalwood
polish I used on them. Anyway; the variation
is due to a leather switch that Alden made
5-6 years ago. The light color brown is
the standard leather that is currently being
used. Indiana John
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The
most common width is medium (D or E).
If you currently own Aldens, please provide
the size/width markings
found on the linings located in the linings
of the shoes.
"The
boots do tend to fit large compared to
other Alden shoes. It is our experience
that in the majority of cases, a half
size smaller is best. We often end up
doing an exchange because the boots ordered
are too large."
Every foot is different--it is advised
that you speak with the Alden Shop before
placing your order. It is also recommended
that you have your foot sized at a professional
shoe retailer (orthopedic preferrably)
to ensure an accurate measurement.
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is the Alden Shop Contact List |
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The
Alden Shop
201 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone:
(800) 273-7463 or
(415) 421-6691
FAX:
(415) 421-6763
Email: info@aldenshop.com
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Click
here to order
(Be sure to click on casual shoes)
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The
boots are shipped UPS ground unless Air is requested.
Max shipping time is 6 days coast to coast,
and that can vary anywhere from 2 days to the
6 days, depending on the destination.
