Alden 1273S Dark Brown Suede Chukka

Alden 1273S Chukka Boot – Dark Brown Suede – Size 12D | Made in USA | Original BoxA great opportunity to own a pair of Alden chukka boots in the highly sought-after style 1273S — dark brown suede on a rugged Goodyear-welted lug sole. Handcrafted in New England since 1884, Alden is widely regarded as the gold standard of American dress footwear. Key Specs:∙ Brand: Alden (Made in USA)∙ Style: 1273S // Chukka Boot∙ Material: Dark Brown Suede upper∙ Size: 12D (standard width)∙ Construction: Goodyear welt∙ Sole: Alden/Goodyear rubber lug sole∙ Lining: Natural tan leather∙ Includes: Original Alden box + Alden cotton dust bag Condition: Gently used with visible wear to the suede consistent with normal use. Soles show very minimal wear. No structural damage, no separation.  Alden’s 1273S retails currently for ~$700 new. A great chance to acquire a proper American-made boot at a significant discount! Original box and dust bag included.  Questions welcome. No returns.

These beauties are 100% new, never worn and have never seen sunlight. Postage to your doorstep is FREE along with the FREE Shoe Trees. These stunning beauties retail for $682.00 and the shoe trees for $50, but today your procrastination ends . . . because they'll be delivered to Y-O-U, for $557. 1273S Chukka Boot (Dark Brown Suede) Chukka Boot in Dark Brown Suede Barrie Last Vibram Lug Rubber Outsoles All Alden Shoes and Boots are crafted using a Goodyear Welt construction, and feature a tempered steel shank under the arch of the foot. The steel shank provides superior support and comfort throughout the day. Handcrafted in New England of the finest domestic and imported materials. FREE SHIPPING is available to the USA, Japan and Korea . . . thank YOU!  Goodyear welt construction is a durable shoe-making technique where a strip of leather(the welt) is stitched to the upper and insole, then secured to the outsole. This method ensures superior water resistance, longevity, and easy resoling, making it popular for high-quality boots and dress shoes. Key Features and Benefits of Welt Construction: Durability and Repair: Because the sole is stitched rather than glued, Goodyear welted shoes can be resoled multiple times, significantly extending their lifespan. Water Resistance: The welt acts as a seal between the upper and sole, preventing water from easily entering the shoe. Comfort and Support: A cavity between the insole and outsole is filled with cork, which over time molds to the wearer's foot for customized comfort. Stability: The rigid construction offers excellent lateral support.

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never resoled, only selling because I changed size, small mark on the front right toe, hard to see due to suede. box included. Classic Chukka in rich Dark Brown suede, fully leather lined with mini lug rubber outsoles. Kudu Chromexcel leather is a highly-oiled, hand-curried leather that needs very little maintenance. Vegetable tanned leather insoles. Unsurpassed for breathable comfort and long wear, it assumes over time the contours of your foot shape giving a truly custom quality to the fit. Beneath the insole is a layer of cork providing additional resilience and insulation. Every Alden New England shoe carries a tempered steel shank, precisely contoured and triple ribbed for extra strength. Truly the backbone of a fine welt shoe or boot, the shank provides the proper support and shape required to give comfort throughout the day.

Alden Chukka Boots 1273S (Brown Suede) US 8.5E. Condition is Pre-owned - Excellent. Sent with Australia Post Standard Parcel.