Alden 6717 Cigar Shell Cordovan LHS / Penny Loafer

Alden Leisure Hand Sewn (LHS) Loafers in Horween Cigar Exotic Shell Cordovan - 10 C/E - USA Excellent Preowned Condition Rare, Exotic, & definitely not your average dress shoes… Perhaps the quintessential, foundational Ivy Style shoe. Penny loafers are the epitome of Ivy style, and Alden's loafer sets the standard for any Ivy-informed wardrobe. The shoe's classic silhouette lends itself to be dressed up or down with ease. Features: - Alden Shell Cordovan LHS Moccasin - Model 6717 - Van Last - Style: LHS Loafer - Cigar Shell Cordovan - Full Glove Leather Lining and Vegetable Tanned Insoles - Steel Shank - Goodyear Welt - Antique Welt & Edge w/ Matching Welt Stitching - Double Leather Sole - Made in USA - Box Included - Shoe Bags Included - Shoe Trees included at Listing Price The classic leisure moc, Alden, is carefully handsewn, enhancing the character of Alden classics and slip-ons. Like many of our Alden shoes, including our Alden oxfords and Alden shell cordovans, this loafer is made with high-quality materials and has an outstanding reputation. History of the Alden LHS Alden loafers use the centuries-old method of hand finishing and pure vegetable tanning, making them quite the pick for footwear. The single tannery still making genuine shell cordovan today is indeed practicing a rare art, as it takes six months to complete and creates leather that is soft, supple, yet very durable. Another hallmark of this shoe is the Goodyear welt, which stitches the insole to the shoe's upper part for added durability and quality. Alden leisure handsewn loafers carry a tempered steel shank, which is triple ribbed and precisely contoured for extra strength, and full leather lining from a special stock of supple glove and smooth glazed linings. The shank is truly the backbone of a fine welt shoe or boot. It delivers the support and shape you need for comfort throughout the day. Oak-tanned leather bends are cut into outsoles at the factory for maximum quality control. We are proud to offer the Alden LHS Shell Cordovan model, crafted with good looks and the integrity of fine shoemaking. The original LHS moccasin often copied, never equaled. Available here in Horween EXOTIC Cigar Shell Cordovan leather. Using the centuries-old method of pure vegetable tanning and hand finishing, the single tannery still producing genuine shell cordovan today is indeed practicing a rare art. The final patina is also a lengthy finishing procedure achieved by years of know how at the Alden factory in handling this very special material. Shell cordovan is one of the most wonderful, unusual skins on the planet, which makes these much less expected than horsebits. Vegetable tanned leather insoles provide 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. Oak tanned leather bends are cut into outsoles at factory for maximum control of quality, crafted not only with good looks, but with the integrity of fine shoemaking, a special addition to your wardrobe. This preppy pair is made on the Van last in rare & exotic Horween Cigar Shell Cordovan with double leather soles. They’re light as a feather and look great with jeans and khakis, as well as gray or navy slacks. LHS Loafers are a staple of Preppy, Ivy, & Trad enthusiasts worldwide, especially in this exotic Horween Cigar Shell Cordovan makeup. Founded in Massachusetts by Charles H.Alden in 1884, the Alden Shoe Company is now in its fourth generation, making it the oldest shoemaker in New England. This handsome loafer is handcrafted in the USA from exotic genuine Horween Cigar shell cordovan leather (known for its shiny finish, durability and flexibility) and leather-lined insoles, which are flexible and will mold to your foot over time. Each pair is constructed with a Goodyear welt, which means you can resole them again and again for a lifetime of wear. Leather upper, lining and sole. Made in the USA. Alden shoes are handcrafted with attention to detail in their Massachusetts factory. 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. 142 Years of Custom Bootmaking The Alden Shoe Company was founded in 1884 by Charles H. Alden in Middleborough, Massachusetts. Alden is now the only original New England shoe and bootmaker remaining of the hundreds who began so long ago. In 1970 a new factory was constructed in Middleborough, Massachusetts where production continues today. Still a family owned business, still carrying forward a tradition of quality genuine-welted shoemaking that is exceptional in every way. Frequently Asked Questions About Alden Loafers Why Are Alden Shoes So Expensive? The cost reflects that it's handmade in the U.S. with superior craftsmanship and incredible arch support. Considering the long life of Alden shoes, its cost-per-wear is quite reasonable. Purchase Alden Loafers When you order Alden loafers, you know you're getting the best in price, quality, comfort, and durability. Purchase yours today and make a special addition to your wardrobe. Alden recently had to make the very difficult decision to stop offering any of their handsewn models as part of their in-stock, catelogue collection. This is due to the extremely high demand for these shoes and their backlog of backorders. Future availability of Alden handsewn shoes will be limited. This unique hand-sewn shoe is made from Genuine Horween shell cordovan and hand finished by a select group of Alden's finest craftsmen. The hand stitching is unique and striking, and the hand finished tanning brings out the deep colors of the cordovan leather. The inside is lined with soft leather, and it has a stable underlying shank to maximize support. The Van Last Single Oak Leather Outsole. Genuine Shell Cordovan - Leisure Handsewn Moccasin SHELL CORDOVAN Horween genuine shell cordovan is the art of tanning at its finest. When people speak of cordovan shoes today they typically mean those made by the Alden Shoe Company in Middleboro, Massachusetts, founded in 1884. HORWEEN GENUINE SHELL CORDOVAN® Horween Genuine Shell Cordovan® is the art of tanning at its finest. More than just a color, it is a very specific leather, from a particular part of a horsehide. The irregular oval shaped shells are tanned, stuffed, shaved, and then polished – a process taking at least six months. The term “cordovan” is somewhat misleading, as it historically meant the leather came from the Spanish town of Cordoba. Today cordovan means horsehide, or more specifically it’s the subcutaneous membrane within the hindquarters of the horse, which provides exactly two round pieces of leather sufficient to make one or two pairs of shoes. In the U.S. the tanning of horsehides has become the exclusive preserve of the Horween Leather Company. Horween’s tannery has produced its world-famous shell cordovan leather in Chicago since their founding in 1905. Originally the leather was marketed as strops for honing straight razors, but with the advent of the disposable safety razor demand for cordovan strops soon diminished. Horween then found a market for their shell in the footwear industry supplying a variety of shoemakers. Today Horween’s shell is widely regarded as being the world’s best, not only for its overall appearance, but also for its resistance to water spotting and its firm but forgiving temper. The tanning of cordovan is incredibly complex. Six months and more than a hundred processes are required to produce a useable hide. Horween sources horsehides from countries such as Canada or France, where horse meat is produced for food and the hides are a leftover byproduct. When the horsehides arrive at the tannery they still have a layer of hair and are covered in salt which preserves the hide and keeps it from spoiling. The hides are given an initial inspection for quality before getting trimmed down to a usable area. Next, hair is chemically removed from the hides and the horse fronts are separated from the horse butts. They then spend 24 hours in a pickling bath being turned over and over by wooden paddles, to prepare the butts to accept the penetration of the vegetable tannins that will turn the hides into leather, followed by a two-week rest. The magic truly begins when the butts are tacked onto wooden slats and lowered into pits. This pit-tanning process takes about two months, and during this time the butts are lightly agitated as they slowly absorb Horween’s signature blend of tree bark extracts. Pit-tanning for Horween’s cordovan happens in two stages. First is a thirty-day stint in the tanning pits with a mild, lightly astringent tanning solution. After that the butts are removed from the pits for trimming and a light shave to expose the shell layer, before going back into the pits for another thirty days, this time in a tanning solution with a heavier concentration of bark extracts. After leaving the tanning pits the butts rotate inside Horween’s stuffing drums where they’re impregnated with a mixture of tallows and waxes. Then the butts are hand-smeared with a layer of oil, before resting for an additional 3 months to allow all these oils and greases to fully permeate the butts. The butts are then completely shaved and trimmed down to oval-shaped membranes - the shell cordovan itself - and here the finishing begins. Dyes are applied to the shells, they get hand-slicked to even out the staining, and they’re hung to dry. Once dried each piece gets an application of Venetian Shoe Cream, and a large glazing jack with a glass rod rolls and smooths out the fibers, before a set of giant rollers completely flattens the shell for the final plating process. After a final inspection Horween’s shell cordovan is ready to be sent out into the world. Caring for Your Shell Cordovan Footwear The beauty of shell cordovan footwear is that it ages minimally and elegantly. Because of its extremely tight grain structure it does not develop the deep wrinkles and creases typically found on calfskin shoes, but instead produces more subtle “rolls”. Also, while calfskin shoes slowly dry out over time (hence the need to frequently apply conditioners and polishes), shell cordovan has ample fat infused into the leather during the tanning process which slowly releases itself onto the leather surface, so that later it merely needs to be shined up with some brushing and buffing. Polish should be applied seldomly and sparingly. Horween’s suggestion for shell cordovan care: 1. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Allow to dry completely away from heat and moving air. 2. Brush vigorously, for several minutes using a horsehair brush. 3. Every 10-15 wearings, apply a light haze of neutral Crème Cordovan or Venetian Cream sparingly. 4. Allow to sit at least 10 minutes, or as long as overnight. 5. Brush again, as long as you can stand it. 6. Buff with a clean soft, dry cloth

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Model:** 6717 Leisure Handsewn (LHS) Penny Loafer **Material:** Horween Cigar Shell Cordovan (Exotic, Rare Color) **Last:** Van Last **Size:** 11 D (US) Up for sale is an incredibly rare pair of Alden 6717 loafers in the highly coveted Cigar Shell Cordovan, from an August 2020 production run. If you know Alden, you know how difficult it is to acquire Cigar shell, making these a true collector's piece. **Condition Notes (Graded Pre-owned - Good):** Gently worn and beautiful. The shell cordovan exhibits a gorgeous, deep lustrous patina with the signature healthy rolls (no cracks or micro-creasing). * **Vamp Spot:** The right toe has a small, darkened water/grease spot on the vamp (magnified and clearly highlighted in the direct sunlight photo). It is mostly unnoticeable in standard ambient indoor lighting, but visible under bright, direct sun. It may lift out with a deer bone or specialized canvas buffing, but I have left the leather entirely original for the buyer. * **Soles & Heels:** Original Alden leather soles and combination heels. The single leather soles show normal wear but remain completely firm with absolutely no soft spots, holes, or thinning. The stitching along the welt is entirely intact. The original combination rubber/leather heels show very minor, standard heel drag at the back edges. **What's Included:** * Original Alden retail box shown * Original Alden branded cedar shoe trees (Size Large)

Shoes in good moderately condition with creasing, no tear or stain. Please see photos.

Alden Model #6717 Cigar Shell Cordovan LHS Penny Loafer. These shoes are gorgeous and in excellent pre-owned condition. The cigar color is a deep and rich color. Worn a few times for dinner, but boxed since then with shoe trees (shoe trees do not come with the shoes).  Specs: Cigar Shell Cordovan (Horween) Size 11 D Van Last Single Leather Sole 360 Flat Goodyear Welt Box and Alden shoe bags (box is scratched up a few places) Please know your Alden sizing before ordering.