Talk about uncork the testosterone. Between comments about “sissy actors” and chromosomal limitations to pointing out the great heroes of an era, there may be an effort by some to “go retro” in our social outlook as well. As a counter, I point to one of the great adventurers of the era...
Oliver Law
I submit one Oliver Law (pictured on the far left), an activist in the 30's against the rise of facism. In 1936, he joined the mostly communist Abraham Lincoln Brigade, a group of Americans fighting against Franco during the Spanish Civil War. Because of his courage and...
Uhm, if they are patent leather, they do not take a shine like calfskin shoes. A spray is just what's called for in this case, although Vaseline (yes, it's true) is a less costly alternative. The leather soles need edge dressing.
In Seattle
There used to (and may still) be a place on Capital Hill that did really nice work on a vintage Oris of mine about four years ago. Wish I still had their card, but it was betwen Pike and Pine on maybe 13th Ave. I hope I'm remembering right, because they were good folks.
These are very nice. They're appropriately conservative for my taste, and I think the contrast stitching is a beautiful, and understated, flourish.
Oxblood may be less common these days, but if you expand your search to include burgundy/merlot/cordovan you'll find a number of options in...
I also think these shoes would look smashing with navy and maybe some greys. My rule of thumb has always been that contrasting colored shoes (or hosiery) call attention to your feet. If you have on great shoes, then do it. If your shoes are less than fantastic, wear a bright tie.
The biggest favor you can do yourself is use a scotchguard-type product beforehand. Spray on and let dry a couple of coats. Afterwards, water (and stains) should bead up and roll off. This also makes them very easy to clean if you otherwise get a scuff.
I would never do this to leather...
I'm intrigued
I've just read Capt. Krunch's review of the boots and how they compare to his Alden. http://thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=9190 . Other than his raves, I have a couple of other questions:
1. Krunch speaks higly of the quality of leather. I assume this is calfskin and...
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