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Alden factory seconds are pairs that passed Alden's full production process, but Alden's quality control team flagged them for cosmetic issues, like uneven stitching or a small surface scuff, that keep them from shipping as first quality. They carry no structural defects and use the same Goodyear welt construction as a first-quality pair. If you've spent any time researching Alden shoes, you already know the brand doesn't cut corners on construc...

You already know you want an Alden Indy Boot. Now you just need to pick one. The Alden 403 and the Alden 405 are the two most iconic entries in the Indy Boot lineup, and on the surface, they look nearly identical. Same silhouette, same heritage, same Goodyear-welted American construction. But side by side, and especially after a year of wear, the difference between these two boots becomes very clear. Here at The Shoe Mart, we've handled, sold, a...

There is a reason shell cordovan sits at the top of every serious shoe enthusiast's wish list, and it has nothing to do with hype. This leather is categorically different from anything else on the market, and understanding that difference starts with knowing exactly what you're looking at before you buy. At The Shoe Mart, we've been selling Alden shell cordovan shoes since 1956. We've handled major colorways across three generations of buyers. O...