Alden 684 Color 8 Shell Cordovan Full Strap Loafer

Alden factory seconds Full Strap Loafer, model 684, in color 8 shell cordovan sized 8.5D US. Purchased in April 2025, and worn exclusively indoors for an extended fit trial. Ships double-boxed with original white factory seconds box specific to this pair. No dust bag, no shoe trees. Please see below for itemized list of defects and notable wear. Factory defects . As seen in some photos with a blue circle mark-up: (1) Shell folds near the top of the heel cups, on the left of the center stitch. More notable on the right shoe, than the left shoe. (2) The upper on the right heel has uneven and indented tucking into the welt compared to the left shoe's hell (3) Left shoe's toe box exterior has a small circle of bruised cordovan, below the vamp stitch line (4) Frayed stitching on left shoe heel's decorative foxing Wear patina: (1) Sun faded. I purposefully exposed these to natural sunlight each afternoon, to expedite the fading of the shiny dark eggplant veneer that Alden applies to its color 8 cordovan. In hopes of expediting its eventual color journey to color 4 . (2) The thick threads used on the foxing is starting to turn grey. (3) Cordovan rolls on the upper's toe box area (4) Small water drops at the base of the full strap on left shoe Sizing advice: Aberdeen is notable for being tight at the ball, and roomy at the heel. This makes for a tricky fit to those who are wider below the toes, and have narrow heels. Heel slip will diminish as the leather sole softens over time, so I recommend prioritizing fit at the ball rather than at the heel. The tightness around the ball is accentuated on this specific model (full strap), as the strap limits the amount of stretch on this model compared to the tassel loafer (model 563). If 8.5D in shell cordovan tassel fit you snugly, then I recommend going up a width or or half-size on the full strap. Shell cordovan will be roomier than the same style+size in calfskin or suede. Please know your Alden shell cordovan sizing for Aberdeen last, as no returns are accepted. Thank you for your interest and consideration. Best wishes and good luck to fellow goodyearwelt and styleforum fans on your treasure hunts and bargain finds on eBay!

Alden 684 SHELL CORDOVAN Full Strap Penny Loafers, Color 8, Size 9 EEE Aberdeen Last Very Good Condition. Clean and well kept. Horween Shell Cordovan upper is soft and supple and free of any significant wear, with plenty of life left. Some creasing and minor surface scuffs. Footbeds are in good condition. Sole is in good condition with toe and heel guards added by a cobbler. See photos for further details. Shoe bags are not included.

Alden 684 Shell Cordovan Full Strap Penny Loafers. Size: 11.5 B D Color: Brown. Used in good condition. Shoes show signs of use and wear. Scuffs and scratches are very small and none are easily seen without looking closely. Soles are in good shape and have minimal wear. Rubber heal pad has a little edge rounding from use. Please feel free to message me with any questions.

Alden 684 Color 8 Shell Cordovan Full Strap Penny Loafers Men’s Shoes Sz 12 B/D (Please know your sizing in Alden before purchasing) Alden Full Strap Penny Loafer Color 8 Shell Cordovan leather uppers Vegetable Tanned Leather Insoles Single Oak Leather Outsoles Dovetail heels Aberdeen Last USA MADE Shoes are in Pre-owned Condition - **Please note the small tears on the corners of the straps on each shoe as shown in the photos. It looks like a repair was attempted on one corner as shown in the photos. The leather shows normal wear but has lots of life left in it. Light sticker residue on the inside of one shoe but shouldn't affect wear. Outsoles and heels were previously replaced and still have plenty of life left in them.Please see all photos - Comes from a smoke-free home!

Alden shell cordovan loafers in good overall condition. Made for Brooks Brothers, so the model number is different, but they identical to 684s. Normals wear from use. Meaningful flaws are: a bit of separation on one heel and a scuff on one of the straps. But, you know, they’re shell, so… I’ve just got another pair, so looking to move these to a new home. Questions and offers welcome.