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[Taffy Jack]

I've been engaged upon a decidedly lackadaisical hunt for brown wingtip brogues to wear with a belt and [sweater/tweed/unadorned shirt] for a while now. Recently, I stumbled across these:

https://www.nordstromrack.com/shop/p...r=DARK%20BROWN

As of today, my pair is in-hand received. So far, I'm delighted by them. I sized up a half-size to 12-M US, as I'm on the long end of 11.5 US and they'll be worn with kilt hose -- perhaps over compression socks.

They seem sturdy, have trail-worthy soles firmly attached, and smell delightful. Firm grip from the heel box. The leather, though probably silicone-impregnated (it's tagged "waterproof leather"), bears the rich aroma of oil-tanning. Finish is a matte chocolate brown, with full-wrap wings. Wings are brogued along their upper edges; there's no toe-punch detailing. The laces are the waxed dark brown hue of a "burnt umber" Crayola.

These shoes look sharp enough to make my wife smile, cost a pittance from the Rack (something like 65% off), and they feel good on my feet. Frye has a solid reputation in the boot world and I hope these will prove to be high-mileage items.

I know tastes very, but if you're looking for a semi-rustic pair of wingtips, you might want to check these out while they're on discount (marked down from $299 to $79).

As for me, no more slumming it in slip-ons!

Cheers,

Jack

P.S. To clarify, I do NOT work for Nordstrom Rack or any affiliated vendor.

P.P.S. Note to mods: I have a nagging feeling that this post belongs somewhere off the general forum, but I failed to sort it. My apologies if it's misplaced, and I certainly won't be offended if it mysteriously lands in [appropriate place]. Thanks.