We received a new delivery of our Greenwich Boot by Alden. If you missed them the first time you might want to check them out this time. The boots are made by Alden to our exact specifications and we thought you might like to know the level of detail that goes into creating a new model with Alden.
To begin with we chose the last, in this case the Barrie last arguably the most comfortable and best fitting of all Alden lasts. The uppers are Horween Chamois* a fat liquored, mill dyed leather, that is incredibly soft and supple. Next we removed the speed hooks and went with agatine eyelets all the way up for a simple unified look.
We built these boots on Flex Welt soles, which are oil soaked for flexibility but also have a high degree of water resistance and often referred to as double water-lock soles. We then requested a mid tan pre-stitch reverse welt** to give it some muscle, and had the welt continue around the back of the heel rather than stop at the breast ***. The last step was the laces and for that we chose flat waxed.
And there you have it. That and a great shoe company to work with and you got yourself a real beauty, a boot the New York Times called “strapping” and made “Exclusively for Leffot, a stylish downtown men’s shoe store”.
Greenwich Boot Barrie Last, Navy Chamois, Flex Welt Soles – $475
*oiled nubuc leather
**storm welt
***a term that refers to the front edge of the heel
30 Comments
Just perfect!
I want it!
Nice job, Steven.
Thanks Ron, looking forward to the Rider Boot Trunk Show Oct 1 & 2. Gonna be a good boot season. http://tinyurl.com/2asd3ak
Hello what is the smallest size? regards
Andy
Andy
Our smallest size now is 7D.
Steven
Just got these in today and they are amazing! I cannot think of a situation I could not wear these in. . .they are that versatile and comfortable. Looking forward to many years of wearing these. Thanks Steven!
Daniel,
I’m so glad to hear how much you like the boots. Wear well them and enjoy.
Thank you,
Steven
I wanted these the first time around and failed to pull the trigger. I love these boots. And Steven, the service could not be better. Ordered Monday evening, here on Wednesday afternoon. THANKS!
Kyle
Thanks a lot I’m glad to hear how much you like them. Wear them well and enjoy.
Steven
What sizes do you have left?
Justin
What size are you looking for?
Steven
wouldn’t happen to have an 11 left would you?
Nick
Sorry but we’re sold out of size 11.
Steven
thanks Steven, do you foresee a 3rd run?
Nick
I don’t see that happening right now and Alden is out of navy chamois so it would be a very long lead time.
Steven
I don’t suppose you have a 10D or 10 1/2D do you? I missed out last time, and looks like I may have again..
do you have a 9D left? Also, would you say this one fits like a calf Barrie or shell Barrie (usually feels about 1/4 size bigger to me) in the same size?
Howe
Sorry we are sold out of size 9.
Steven
Very nice shoes!
Congratulations for the style!
Any in size 12 narrow fit available?
Thanks, Giuseppe
beautiful shoes ! Do you have a pair in size 9?
Andrew
Sorry we’re sold out of size 9.
Steven
Anything in a 10D or 10 1/2D?
Andrew
Sorry only 7.5 & 13 left.
Yes. I am wearing these boots . . . . . . AGAIN! I can truthfully say that I have received multiple positive comments every single time I have worn them. Even my children (who range in age from 15 to 22), who think most of my shoes are “old man” shoes, absolutely love these boots. Great job on these Steven!
Kyle
That’s quite the compliment when you kids think you’re cool. Glad you were able to snag a pair of these.
Steven
I would like to order or preorder 12b-12c greenwich boot now or in the future. Thanks, Gary
Gary
Sorry these blue Greenwich boots have been retired.
Steven
Any remote chance the 7.5′s still available?
Thomas
Sorry these boots are sold out.
Steven,
When you say that these are “retired” do you mean that they will not be remade at all, or are these just off until next fall?
Thanks,
Chris