Allen Edmonds Rubber Half Sole
The v tread combination tap sole is the discreet rubber sole option.
Allen edmonds rubber half sole. U can go to a cobbler and add heel pads and vibram soles to the allen edmonds. Alternatively keep the shoes at work and wear sneakers on the commute. Get detailed reviews summarizing years of use from my shoes and boots. Our shoes use only premium leathers and are handcrafted via a 212 step process.
Once those wear down just go back to the cobbler and add them again. We have been creating timeless custom made men s dress shoes and casual shoes since 1922. Based manufacturer of premium men s footwear and accessories. Allen edmonds wolverine 1000 mile boots and red wing iron rangers are in the review rotation so far.
See how different sole protectors look on different shoes and how they hold up over time. Founded in 1922 allen edmonds shoe corporation is a u s. Here are some shots to give you an idea of how the half soles change the look of the shoe. The goodyear rubber protective half sole i.
I keep 3 pairs of ae at work and wear sneakers or boots on my commute. Covering such beautiful leather soles with rubber almost feels criminal. Leather rubber a combination of the two at allen edmonds we offer dozens of different soles for our shoes. V tread combination tap sole.
It s much cheaper 20 30 than sending the shoes back to ae to resole. From dress to casual and for all types of weather each sole we make is designed for a specific purpose. In this video i breathe some new life into my almost 2 1 2 year old allen edmonds mcallister wingtip oxfords by removing and replacing the old worn out goodyear protective half soles with more. They are way overdue for a shine and are severely scuffed.
Bourbon color allen edmonds fifth avenue with half soles. Understanding the different types of soles is the key to getting a shoe that fits your needs and lifestyle. Named for the wet weather gripping v shape on the tread these soles are actually made with a combination of leather and rubber. But they wouldn t stay beautiful for long which is how i find the strength.