We examine six pairs of Allen Edmonds shoes from the 1970s to today, to learn how the quality has changed over the years: https://gentl.mn/allen-edmonds-shoes-...

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00:00 Introduction

As you might know, ownership of Allen Edmonds has changed a few times over the last few decades and some people argue that the quality has deteriorated over time.

By cutting 4 pairs of Allen Edmonds shoes and comparing them side by side, we can really understand what has changed and if that was a change for the better or for the worse.


00:56 1. Heel Blocks 1a. Shoe from 2010s - Randolph Penny Loafer
02:15 1b. Shoe from 2021 - Grandview Longwing Derby
03:20 1c. Shoe from 2000s - Sanibel Moccasin
05:51 1d. Shoe from 2000s - Strawfut Oxford
07:01 1e. Shoes from 1970s
07:50 Biscayne Loafer
10:00 Leeds Blucher

12:08 2. Outsoles & Sole Stitching 2a. Shoe from 2010s
13:32 2b. Shoe from 2021
13:56 2c. Shoes from 2000s
14:20 2d. Shoes from 1970s

15:47 3. Midsoles (Cork, Foam) & Shanks 3a. Shoe from 2010s
18:10 3b. Shoe from 2021
18:56 3c. Shoes from 2000s
19:56 3d. Shoes from 1970s

21:18 4. Insoles and Linings 4a. Shoe from 2010s
26:24 4b. Shoe from 2021
30:25 4c. Shoes from 2000s
36:40 4d. Shoes from 1970s

40:04 5. Welt Stitching, Gembands, Interlinings, Heel, Toe Caps & Upper Leathers

45:41 Our Final Thoughts
The obvious outlier here is the Sanibel model; otherwise, things have remained largely consistent across the decades! The other 5 pairs are similar in construction, use the same tags and same nails which we find impressive.