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The Allen Edwards Experience

A photo I took of an Israeli cobbler in Old Jerusalem

Fellow Men,

Shoe shopping is not as horrifically boring as I first thought!

Now that my current pair of $50 black work shoes is coming undone, I intend to seek out and purchase a ridiculously comfortable shoe—one step down from flying to Italy and having shoes made by a *cordwainer of impeccable ancestry.

THE most comfortable shoe I have ever worn was crafted by Allen Edwards. I found it at a Nordstrom rack for a terrific price, but the size was just too small. So I went to get my foot sized at the new Allen Edwards men's shoe store at the City Creek Mall, SLC, UT, USA. As the two ladies catered to my every pedal need, they informed me that I have a very abnormal foot.  The arch is exceptionally high for a man's foot and set back toward the heel.  This means that while planted, my foot measures a size 7.5D US. It's actually thinner than that at rest (7.5E).  I never knew!  I assumed I would be at least a size 9 since I wear a size 10 in Nike athletic shoes.

As it turned out, we didn't find a perfect fit for me that day.  But if they continue to treat me to complimentary foot rubs, I'll definitely be returning soon.


*I did some "research" into elite cordwainers, and apparently, the "best one in the universe" is named Signore Antonio Carbone of Casa di Scarpe Carbone in Firenze, Italia.

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  1. WhoTheFuckCaresSun Jul 02, 08:51:00 AM MDT

    Did Archer recommend Signore Carbone? just wondering...

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    1. Bryan TannerSun Jul 02, 12:36:00 PM MDT

      I see you've done your research as well :) http://archer.wikia.com/wiki/Tailored_Suit

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    2. WhoTheFuckCaresMon Jul 03, 06:28:00 PM MDT

      don’t forget the Gentleman’s bible: How to Archer (if you really need to ask). Huge fan

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  2. Julie TSun Jul 02, 01:31:00 PM MDT

    This is an absolutely beautiful, fascinating photograph! Molto bene!! Also, maybe you should change your thesis statement to something along these lines! >)

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