Alden + Context Roy Boot
Ryan Huber of Context Clothing was kind enough to send a preview of their latest collaboration with venerated American shoemaker, Alden Shoe Company, of Middleborough, Massachusetts. The Alden + Context Roy Boot, a boot he’s calling “the most beautiful work boot ever made” provides the next step in bridging the gap between work wear and contemporary menswear. It retails for $445.00. I’ll let him tell you more.
The Alden + Context Roy Boot is named after my father, Roy Huber, who worked as the foreman of machine repair at American Motors and then Chrysler. Now retired, he is busy restoring a 1962 Pontiac Gran Prix along with my 1982 Honda CB750f. He is the hardest working man I’ve ever known, and everything I value terms of American-made comes from him. He’s worn Red Wings his entire life, but now he’s into Alden and Russell (thanks to his fashionable son).
The leather: Horween Chromexcel: deep brown with amazing shades of burgundy. Chromexcel is the OG of pull-up leather. Use your index finger to pull up on the underside of the leather and you’ll see a temporary separation of oils in the exterior. This leather is unreal in regards to durability and graceful aging — perfect for a work boot.
The sole: The plantation crepe is the sole of choice for Japanese Alden enthusiasts. The sole makes this boot.
The Alden + Context Roy Boot available exclusively in Madison, Wisconsin. Give them a call today, (608) 250-0113.
For more on Context, read about the visit I paid to their headquarters.
Sep 07, 2009 @ 18:35:23
Beautiful!
I can’t afford that, however.
Sep 08, 2009 @ 21:07:28
in a way, i want these more than that hip pair.. indy or indie.. these are kinda understated !! get me a pair !
Sep 09, 2009 @ 08:23:49
Mordechai, surely you could make an Indy pair work against trend.
Sep 09, 2009 @ 10:57:31
i had my hand on my phone today getting ready to order a pair.
just can’t bite the bullet yet
soon though
very soon
Sep 09, 2009 @ 15:46:04
gorgeous. absolutely gorgeous.
Sep 09, 2009 @ 17:09:51
These are very, very nice boots – but I still like my AF53s better!
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Sep 13, 2009 @ 13:10:35
Love it! It’s totally Dad! Nice write up on our father as well! Keep up the good work little brother!
Sep 19, 2009 @ 07:10:53
You know, I’m usually not a fan of the work-wear look, but these are quality – and beautiful. I know it sounds a little corny to say about a boot, but it looks like a lot of love went into it. Reading the background on its creation confirms this.
Can the economy turn around soon so I can splurge on a pair of these?
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Sep 30, 2009 @ 12:15:08
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Jan 13, 2010 @ 16:21:30
Redwing shoes are not only good-looking, boasting a rugged charm, but they’re about as sturdy as a pair of shoes get.Instead of outfitting horseback riders, they now outfit motorcycle riders.They are the most comfortable i have ever worn.They are also unbelievably durable.
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Feb 11, 2010 @ 07:16:00
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