Review: Allen Edmonds Maritime Boat Shoes | Horween Chromexcel Top-Siders 355 12

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Thanks for supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=845171 Horween CXL + Heritage US Brand = Win. Detailed description below ↡ My boot playlist w/ reviews & comparos: http://tinyurl.com/h2ovkz5 Make sure to hit that subscribe button! Thanks for watching 555 Gear! The classic deck shoe is one of the most comfortable casual traditional shoe designs out there, and the Allen Edmonds Maritimes are a classic take on the style, beautifully built with Horween Chromexcel full-grain pull-up leather. In this review I cover the history of the boat shoe, an overview of AE, and my experience with these shoes, which I got at a great discount last fall. There are many choices in this style around this price range, this is a solid choice with simply breathtaking leather. They are worth considering, without any major flaws, if you can accept the idea of a pair of imported Allen Edmonds. SPECS: -Model: 11260 -Rubber sole casual loafer -Classic boat shoe silhouette -Viner rubber boat sole -Handsewn moc-toe construction -Horween CXL USA Leather, Golden Brown -Manufactured on the Handsewn 555 Last -Made in the Dominican Republic by Allen Edmonds

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elsie bond - 5 years ago

boat shoe was my shoe thru Jr High.. back in 82-83. lol

sneakerjockCA - 5 years ago

Hi. What do these look like 3 years later from this?? Thx

reed scott - 5 years ago

Whatever happened to good strong well made boat shoes? All you can get any more are flimsy thin soled cutsie representations of 'boat shoes'. Even the best Sebegos ( not quite as debilitated as Sperry ) are half of a good boat shoe. Granted the top of the line Sebegos are lined, soles are a little bit thicker and the uppers are good leather. But they're still wannabe boat shoes. Ticks me OFF!

pattgsm - 5 years ago

reed scott - I'm not into boat shoes but look into Rancourt or Quoddy. Both are expensive but high quality and many great reviews (if high quality in a boat shoe is important).

Eric_SWFL - 6 years ago

Sperry Top Sider Gold Cup in navy.

Abir Chaudhuri - 7 years ago

Are these shoes durable? I need them for walking (not intensive, but on a regular basis).

ej7447 - 7 years ago

How is the stitching holding up, especially as to the sole stitching? My last three pair of original topsiders have stitching material that holds the soles to the upper not lasting.

Steven Penny - 7 years ago

Made in ?

Kevin C - 7 years ago

My go-to summer shoes are definitely the boat shoes. They are very versatile and can be dressed down with a pair of shorts or jeans, and they can be dressed up with a pair of cotton/linen pants. I currently have several pairs of Sperry and Sebago shoes in both leather and suede. Of they two brands, I prefer the Sebago's. I think the construction of the shoe is a little better. After watching your video though I must say I am intrigued by the Allen Edmonds Maritime shoes. I'll have to check them out!

Leroy D. Gibson, Jr. - 7 years ago

Awesome video! I just bought some and they're very stylish and comfortable shoes. Thanks for the recommendation.

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The Vegan Cyborg - 8 years ago

new subscriber. good stuff. I have 2 allen edmonds and they are my brand of preference

Connell MacCool - 8 years ago

A nice smart casual shoe, and much better than wearing trainers!A hint to any men 35 and over.

A Santi - 8 years ago

Amazing I love them :0)

Splootan - 8 years ago

Can these be resoled? Great video as always

Thokko - 8 years ago

Horween leather is overrated. I have a leather boot from Chippewa made from Horween leather and it creases so easily and it makes it look old very quickly . The only premium aspect with Horween leather on my boot is that the leather is thick and it looks like it will last a very long time, but it just ages way too easily. I even treated the boot with Nikwax waterproofing leather treatment before wearing it out which prevents further premature wear on the leather, but that doesn't even stop the creasing.

On another note, my Sperry Top Sider Mako boot shoes utilizes EXCELLENT leather that looks brand even after over 6 months of wear and it is pretreated to be water resistant. There is almost zero creasing on my Sperry Top Sider Mako too. I bought it on sale for 60 dollars and it is an amazing shoe for everyday wear to business casual for the workplace.

Ga Elder - 8 years ago

I love how you was wiggling your toes in them can you do a part 2 in those.

Max1Million - 8 years ago

You should do a review of Alden 405's Indy Boots! They're really awesome looking boots and Indiana Jones on of the coolest movie characters wears them!

Markus EDC - 8 years ago

My go to casual summer shoes are classic Vans, I thinks it's probably a SoCal thing.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+Markus EDC damn Markus back at it again with the classic Vans

Steve Smith - 8 years ago

Allen Edmonds the most comfortable shoes out there

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+Steve Smith for sure!!

D Newman - 8 years ago

Rockport Perth http://www.amazon.com/Rockport-Mens-Perth-Boat-Shoe/dp/B0032ANARU the only boat shoe.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+D Newman cool; thanks for sharing

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Ryan kirk - 8 years ago

Love the video! For my generation maritime style shoes like these are everywhere. I personally go with Sperry's what's your thoughts on that brand and any experience you had with them?

Jerry Hubbard - 6 years ago

I own two pair of Allen Edmond Eastport Boat shoes. Best shoes I have ever had.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+Ryan kirk I wore some Top Siders through college and wore them into the ground! Super well made but the leather wasn't as nice as these! Thanks for watching!

Gary Scott - 8 years ago

Interesting history lesson. While we're on the topic of shoes have you ever thought about trying Xero Shoe? http://xeroshoes.com/ I've been considering purchasing a pair for pool & beach usage this summer.

Gary Scott - 8 years ago

+555 Gear I'm planning on buying a pair of the newer model with the thicker sole when they are available. I'll let you know what I think of them when I get some miles on them.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+Gary Scott honestly those are new to
me, let me know if you pick up a pair!

HeathH - 8 years ago

Fantastic review as usual and it looks like you resolved all of your video resolution issues too! I really enjoy your channel.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+hah73 glad you liked it! It was an export issue so I'm glad it was brought to my attention. Cheers, Andrew

kirk schroder - 8 years ago

Cool shoes! Its spelled maritime though i believe

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+kirk schroder nice catch! Fixed it.

norullzz - 8 years ago

You're tying your laces wrong! If you mirror the top part of your tie, the laces will stay better: https://www.ted.com/talks/terry_moore_how_to_tie_your_shoes?language=en and as a bonus a lifehack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPIgR89jv3Q

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+norullzz thanks for the pro tips boss!!

beholderlt - 8 years ago

Go-to summer shoes - source sandals. Man, did I give those things a beating in the San Rafael Desert doing field work last summer, walking through sand, gravel and bare sandstone for over three weeks, all day, every day. Even my hiking boots, which I used less, fell apart unfortunately, but the sandals lasted for a long time and seems like they will continue to do so. When sand gets into all the nooks and crannies and also the fabric, it will destroy footwear from inside, but it doesn't seem to have done a lot of damage. Kicked a couple of cactuses though, and sandals don't offer great protection.

beholderlt - 8 years ago

@555 Gear They make very good hydration systems too.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+beholderlt very cool, I'll have to check them out next time I need sandals!

alexcabrmz - 8 years ago

What kind of socks would you wear with these shoes?

kaikaichen - 8 years ago

Boat shoes are traditionally worn without socks, but if you do wear socks with them (like I do), I recommend those super low-cut, no-show socks that are completely invisible when wearing the shoes.

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+alexcabrmz thin or thick or none at all!

D Newman - 8 years ago

+alexcabrmz Socks?

MrDbcooper456 - 8 years ago

these are my old standby, heavy and more for the fall and winter but i have worn them in the summer too.
http://www.onlineshoes.com/mens-timberland-authentics-3-eye-classic-lug-brown-pull-up-p_id36050?adtrack=gpa&term=Men%27s+Timberland+Authentics+3+Eye+Classic+Lug&offer=&device=c&network=g&matchtype=&mkwid=&creative=&pcid=36050&adpos=1o1&gclid=CPOR3JqLuMsCFQ8kgQod9VEH1A

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+MrDbcooper456 cool, I have a lot of guys who love their Timerlands here.

Marl 71 - 8 years ago

Having grown up sailing, I can say from experience this style of herringbone tread works well on a wet, smooth surface. Does it hold up on concrete and asphalt?

Greg Kosinski - 6 years ago

@Abir Chaudhuri i think i got less than a year out of mine. Unfortunately they're not resoleable, so I wouldn't buy them again unless i found a killer sale. Shame because they look great and they are extremely comfortable.

Abir Chaudhuri - 7 years ago

How long can they last before they need any repairs? (I take good care of my shoes)

555 Gear - 8 years ago

+Marl 71 they are a bit soft, not ideal durability for long walks or etc!

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