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alden can be found secondhand if you have a some patience
Grant stone
Rancourt
Meermin, Skolyx, Velasca Milano
All the options above are good, and I would add Sid Mashburn. My brother has a pair, and I think they look great.
They all look very nice, but I think I’m leaning toward Skolyx
Thanks everyone for the suggestions
Rancourt & Co.
Horsebit Loafer w/Lug Sole - Black Orion Fleshout
The Horsebit Loafer w/Lug Sole is a must-have for the stylish individual. Handsewn in Maine and featuring Orion full-grain suede, this shoe boasts a full leather lining and vibram gum-lite lug soles that provide both durability and comfort. Perfect for all-day wear, these loafers are lightweight and sure to become your
These ones good for a black casual pair?
Yeah
Are rubber soles always more durable than leather
Does it matter? You won’t get leather soles that look like that
What do you mean lol
I pick soles more for how it looks and utility than how long they last
Well durability would be part of utility but I gotcha
I like the way those look better than leather sole anyway
Always, no - generally, sure. At that price you’re not gonna be resoling them anyway, so get what looks cooler
I think most people would get Rancourt loafers resoled. It is $80, and many of the leathers they use will look close to brand new 10 years later. That said, all of their rubber/LH/leather soles are excellent in their loafers/mocs range.