The Allen Edmonds Strand is an expertly executed cap-toe semi-brogue Oxford. It owes its elegant design to the historic 65 last, which not only harmoniously captures the proportions of the foot thanks to its gently stretched, subtly tapered contour, but also provides the balanced basis for the delicate hole pattern. The depth of craftsmanship of this model is revealed in the exceptional quality of the shell cordovan from the traditional Horween tannery in Chicago. Far from an ordinary brown, the rare leather develops a fascinating coloring reminiscent of fine cigar leaves, which reveals subtle nuances of antique bronze and warm earth tones in the soft light. Gently tanned in a highly complex process lasting months and nourished by hand with exquisite oils, the precisely crafted decorations on the edges and toe cap merge perfectly with the unobtrusive grandeur of this material.  
This composition finds its true durability in the masterful Goodyear welt seam, which binds the fine upper leather to the first-class leather sole with unshakable precision. This elaborate and traditional construction gives the Oxford a foundation of perfect balance and unadulterated elegance. It is a unity of deep, enduring grace in which every carefully guided needle stitch breathes the soul of a centuries-old tradition and awakens in the viewer a quiet longing for true mastery.   


Model: Beach
  
Size: US size 9.5 E (EU size 43.5 / UK size 9)


  
Total length outside:

Inner length:
approx. 32cm

approx. 29cm


  
Width: approx. 11.5cm
  
Leather/Exterior condition: The shoes were only worn a few times and are in very good overall condition. The shaft impresses with its excellent dimensional stability. The high-quality horse leather is in excellent condition. The interior proves to be extremely well maintained, impeccably clean and hygienically perfect.
  

Heel/sole:

The substructure corresponds to the short period of use and is in very good condition.

  
  
Miscellaneous: Like a tangible poem of unwavering honor of craftsmanship, the Allen Edmonds beach rests within itself and allows time to stand still for a moment in the cigar-colored glow of its masterful cordovan.

The original box and shoe bag are not present.

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The Allen Edmonds Strand is an expertly executed cap-toe semi-brogue Oxford. It owes its elegant design to the historic 65 last, which not only harmoniously captures the proportions of the foot thanks to its gently stretched, subtly tapered contour, but also provides the balanced basis for the delicate hole pattern. The depth of craftsmanship of this model is revealed in the exceptional quality of the shell cordovan from the traditional Horween tannery in Chicago. Far from an ordinary brown, the rare leather develops a fascinating coloring reminiscent of fine cigar leaves, which reveals subtle nuances of antique bronze and warm earth tones in the soft light. Gently tanned in a highly complex process lasting months and nourished by hand with exquisite oils, the precisely crafted decorations