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dddrees · 23 January 2018, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

The. Bick 4 worked great on my shell cordovans. Does it work well for chromexcel also? I’ve been using Cream Greasy Leather from Saphir.

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Yes, it does. In fact although I saw the specific product for Chromexcel from Saphir I didn't even bother to try it. A couple of reviews on Style Forum stated that they had and felt it wasn't even worth it when they tried it.

So typically for the most part I use Bick4 for the most part and only use regular cream polish when scuffs cannot be buffed out with brush alone or when adding Bick4 will still not work.

bobernet · 23 January 2018, 01:28 AM

-1F this morning, so it’s Ferragamos with the lug sole.

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swils8610 · 23 January 2018, 01:36 AM

I’m not impressed with Cream Greasy either. I will switch over to Bick 4 at this point.

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nyc2la · 25 January 2018, 03:16 PM

Alden, a truly wonderful company with excellent shoes, courteous and reliable service, and a commitment to excellence.

Sent these back to Alden refurbishment. These shoes must be nearly 20 years old (+/-). They came back like new. Incredible craftsmanship.

dddrees · 25 January 2018, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Alden, a truly wonderful company with excellent shoes, courteous and reliable service, and a commitment to excellence.

Sent these back to Alden refurbishment. These shoes must be nearly 20 years old (+/-). They came back like new. Incredible craftsmanship.

Just gotta Luv those things you can buy once and if maintained and cared for correctly will last a good long time..........

nyc2la · 25 January 2018, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Just gotta Luv those things you can buy once and if maintained and cared for correctly will last a good long time..........

Thanks. I cannot claim to be a shoe expert, and from what I’ve read on this thread, there clearly are better brands. With that said, Alden was my first nice pair ~20 years ago, and I’m a sucker for brand loyalty if the product continues to perform. Alden has done it all for me, and I’d recommend them highly. I’ve enjoyed their shell cordovan shoes for decades now, and the earliest purchased pairs are still going strong.

dddrees · 25 January 2018, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Thanks. I cannot claim to be a shoe expert, and from what I’ve read on this thread, there clearly are better brands. With that said, Alden was my first nice pair ~20 years ago, and I’m a sucker for brand loyalty if the product continues to perform. Alden has done it all for me, and I’d recommend them highly. I’ve enjoyed their shell cordovan shoes for decades now, and the earliest purchased pairs are still going strong.

I’m no expert I’m just an enthusiast myself. However it looks to me like you done good.

nyc2la · 25 January 2018, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

I’m no expert I’m just an enthusiast myself. However it looks to me like you done good.

You, my friend, are our resident expert! Wear that badge with honor! All your input, insight and advice are well received here.

dddrees · 25 January 2018, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

You, my friend, are our resident expert! Wear that badge with honor! All your input, insight and advice are well received here.

Far from it, but thank you.

droptopman · 27 January 2018, 04:23 AM

Hey guys, just placed an order for 3 pair of Rancourt's. Did a custom black chromexcel pinch penny with tan thread and a honey Amazonas Boat sole. Excited to see that one in the flesh. Kind of a "dressier" boat shoe.

Here are the other two:

https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...ny-loafer.html

https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...-cordovan.html

LOL, you may see some of my shoes listed on SF in the near future as I restock. I know my tastes are more casual than most here but shoe shopping is still fun stuff

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by droptopman

Hey guys, just placed an order for 3 pair of Rancourt's. Did a custom black chromexcel pinch penny with tan thread and a honey Amazonas Boat sole. Excited to see that one in the flesh. Kind of a "dressier" boat shoe.

Here are the other two:

https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...ny-loafer.html

https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...-cordovan.html

Great choices, looks as though you’ll be all set for summer. No matter what you choose the most important thing is that you have a use for them.

Can’t wait for Summer myself, right now my other hobby is suffering till it gets warmer.

JohnAndrew · 27 January 2018, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Have a few pairs as well.

Gotta love a chukka

Beautiful boots Dan

droptopman · 27 January 2018, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Great choices, looks as though you’ll be all set for summer. No matter what you choose the most important thing is that you have a use for them.

Can’t wait for Summer myself, right now my other hobby is suffering till it gets warmer.

Thanks Dan. Definitely will get use out these--right in my wheelhouse. I actually have some Color 8 shell already, but I like the styling of these much more.

Wesley Crusher · 27 January 2018, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

You, my friend, are our resident expert! Wear that badge with honor! All your input, insight and advice are well received here.

You forgot about Dan’s best talent. ENABLING!!!

dera · 27 January 2018, 01:57 PM

Sometimes you just get lucky. Scored these from a half price clearance. $130 for Loake 1880 is not a bad deal.

Loake Tarantula by , on Flickr

epc2 · 27 January 2018, 02:25 PM

Wow just found this thread , I'm a big fan of Alden Shell Cordovan have some Ravello(my favorite shade) and some Color 8 , and on the list for a Whiskey PTB,have some other calf like Allen Edmonds and Crocket & Jones , but Alden is my favorite also a Fan of some Carmina models.

There must be some SF members here :)

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnAndrew

Gotta love a chukka

Beautiful boots Dan

Thank you sir.

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by epc2

Wow just found this thread , I'm a big fan of Alden Shell Cordovan have some Ravello(my favorite shade) and some Color 8 , and on the list for a Whiskey PTB,have some other calf like Allen Edmonds and Crocket & Jones , but Alden is my favorite also a Fan of some Carmina models.

There must be some SF members here :)

Must be.

Have you heard of Edward Green?

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by dera

Sometimes you just get lucky. Scored these from a half price clearance. $130 for Loake 1880 is not a bad deal.

Loake Tarantula by , on Flickr

Nice!

Big sucker for calf and suede myself.

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

You forgot about Dan’s best talent. ENABLING!!!

You say that like that is a bad thing.

epc2 · 27 January 2018, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Must be.

Have you heard of Edward Green?

Yep,I had a pair of Dovers but decided to buy one when I can get a good fit in person , the 202 last was a tweeter for me and had to sell them , need to try the 606.

I love the Dovers and Piccadilly.

daveathall · 27 January 2018, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Alden, a truly wonderful company with excellent shoes, courteous and reliable service, and a commitment to excellence.

Sent these back to Alden refurbishment. These shoes must be nearly 20 years old (+/-). They came back like new. Incredible craftsmanship.

I think your shoes look absolutely fabulous.

dddrees · 27 January 2018, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by epc2

Yep,I had a pair of Dovers but decided to buy one when I can get a good fit in person , the 202 last was a tweeter for me and had to sell them , need to try the 606.

I love the Dovers and Piccadilly.

Sorry to hear the 202 didn’t work out for you and hopefully the 606 will. I haven’t tried the 606 Last but I was liucky enough to get in on a GMTO when they still did that for a pair on the 202 Last. I really like that whole hand sewn split toe thing and I also have a pair of G&G Isham and Thorpes. They also have the Hove which really is the Islam minus one eyelet and no stitching on the side. But anyway you might want to checkout G&G for split toes although their Lasts tend to be sleeker.

Here are the Dover’s I went with.

epc2 · 28 January 2018, 12:08 AM

Beautiful Dovers , I had the ones in Utah leather, gotta love all the different leather offerings from EG.

dddrees · 28 January 2018, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by epc2

Beautiful Dovers , I had the ones in Utah leather, gotta love all the different leather offerings from EG.

Thank you sir.

Absolutely agree. Not only leathers but the various Lasts and I Luv the Antique finish as well. G&G basically offers the same things as well.

nyc2la · 28 January 2018, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by daveathall

I think your shoes look absolutely fabulous.

Thank you!

nyc2la · 1 February 2018, 12:06 PM

The second pair is back from Alden and looking better than ever.

to Alden restoration!

dddrees · 1 February 2018, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

The second pair is back from Alden and looking better than ever.

to Alden restoration!

Looking good. I’ve always liked the way their loafers look.

Linda25 · 1 February 2018, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Did I happen to mention that there's something about spectators that I like as well?

Beautiful <3

Linda25 · 1 February 2018, 04:02 PM

I am still a freak keeping wide shoe collection

25 January 2018, 03:16 PM	#2614
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,453	Alden, a truly wonderful company with excellent shoes, courteous and reliable service, and a commitment to excellence. Sent these back to Alden refurbishment. These shoes must be nearly 20 years old (+/-). They came back like new. Incredible craftsmanship. __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

27 January 2018, 04:23 AM	#2620
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,663	Hey guys, just placed an order for 3 pair of Rancourt's. Did a custom black chromexcel pinch penny with tan thread and a honey Amazonas Boat sole. Excited to see that one in the flesh. Kind of a "dressier" boat shoe. Here are the other two: https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...ny-loafer.html https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/m...-cordovan.html LOL, you may see some of my shoes listed on SF in the near future as I restock. I know my tastes are more casual than most here but shoe shopping is still fun stuff __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

1 February 2018, 12:06 PM	#2637
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,453	The second pair is back from Alden and looking better than ever. to Alden restoration! __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

23 January 2018, 01:28 AM	#2612
bobernet "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: Mountains Watch: ALS, AP, PP, Rolex Posts: 2,994	-1F this morning, so it’s Ferragamos with the lug sole. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

23 January 2018, 01:36 AM	#2613
swils8610 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,263	I’m not impressed with Cream Greasy either. I will switch over to Bick 4 at this point. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

27 January 2018, 01:57 PM	#2625
dera "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,372	Sometimes you just get lucky. Scored these from a half price clearance. $130 for Loake 1880 is not a bad deal. Loake Tarantula by , on Flickr

27 January 2018, 02:25 PM	#2626
epc2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Fl Watch: 116610LV,Pam etc. Posts: 1,328	Wow just found this thread , I'm a big fan of Alden Shell Cordovan have some Ravello(my favorite shade) and some Color 8 , and on the list for a Whiskey PTB,have some other calf like Allen Edmonds and Crocket & Jones , but Alden is my favorite also a Fan of some Carmina models. There must be some SF members here :)

28 January 2018, 12:08 AM	#2634
epc2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Fl Watch: 116610LV,Pam etc. Posts: 1,328	Beautiful Dovers , I had the ones in Utah leather, gotta love all the different leather offerings from EG.

1 February 2018, 04:02 PM	#2640
Linda25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 14	I am still a freak keeping wide shoe collection

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