BRAND

Alden Shoe & Co. (USA)
Model No. 975 — Long Wing Blucher

CONDITION: Excellent (S Grade)

• Full accessories included: shoes + original box + dust bag.
• Minimal natural signs of everyday wear — light creasing consistent with careful regular use. No severe scratching, staining, or structural damage.
• Upper, heel lifts, and outsole all in excellent condition.
• Professionally cared for by specialists throughout ownership — professionally conditioned and ready to wear immediately.
• Made in USA

SIZE & MEASUREMENTS

US 9D

• Last: Barrie Last — runs approximately half size larger than true size. 
• True-to-size or half-size up both workable.
• Width: D

MATERIAL & COLORWAY

• Upper: Shell Cordovan 100% — Color 8 (Horween)
• Outsole: Double Oak Leather — Goodyear Welted construction
• Color: Color 8 — Alden's proprietary burgundy-adjacent cordovan colorway; exclusively available through Alden. The Color 8 designation is Horween's own classification — not a standard burgundy, but a distinctly deeper, more complex tone that evolves with wear and care in ways that no other colorway in the cordovan spectrum can replicate.
• Horween shell cordovan — Alden's exclusive shell cordovan supplier; the standard against which all other cordovan is measured. Characteristic high gloss, exceptional durability, and a surface that develops a richer, more individual character over time.

DESIGN & SARTORIAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Alden 975 Long Wing — one of Alden's most celebrated and recognizable models
• Long wing broguing — the full perimeter wing cap extending to the heel; the defining visual element of the long wing format
• Barrie Last — Alden's most trusted and broadly compatible last; a moderate toe shape with good volume through the instep
• Goodyear Welted construction — resoleable; built for decades of use
• Double Oak Leather outsole — a more substantial sole specification than standard single leather; excellent durability and a firm, structured underfoot character
• Color 8 aging potential — the Color 8 develops meaningfully with sunburn aging (sunlight exposure) and transparent cream maintenance; the color gradually shifts toward richer brown-burgundy tones, producing a uniquely personal patina analogous to raw denim fading

ITEM OVERVIEW

The Alden 975 Long Wing in Color 8 shell cordovan is one of the most revered configurations in the entire Alden catalog — a Barrie last long wing in the proprietary colorway that only Alden and Horween together produce. Color 8 is not simply a burgundy: it is a cordovan-specific tone with its own aging behavior, capable of developing toward deeper brown or richer red depending on how it is maintained, making it one of the more genuinely personal and evolving shoes available in quality men's footwear. The Horween shell cordovan upper, Goodyear welt construction, and double oak leather outsole together define a shoe built for generational use. Professionally cared for throughout; excellent condition with full accessories.

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RETURN POLICY

• No returns or exchanges allowed. Due to the nature of pre-owned garments, we do not offer refunds for sizing mistakes or personal change of mind. Please consider your purchase with care.
• Initial shipping fees are completely non-refundable.
• In the event of any defects or issues with the product itself, we will bear all associated costs and accept returns.

SHIPPING DETAILS

• Notice to Buyers: Please be advised that the amount paid on eBay is the final price. There are no additional charges, as all applicable taxes, duties, and customs fees are fully included.
• Complimentary International Express Shipping for purchases totaling $300 or more. (Standard fees apply to orders below $300).
• Fast and trackable delivery via EMS Express, fully updated from departure to arrival.
• Expected arrival within 3–5 working days worldwide.

STORE NOTICE

• Slight measurement differences may occur due to manual measuring methods.
• Actual garment colors might look a bit different depending on your lighting and display settings.
• We highly recommend reviewing all attached photos carefully prior to buying.
• Your purchase confirms that you thoroughly accept all terms and policies stated above.