A Closer Look...

I showed a quick picture yesterday of my eBay pick ups but here is a much better look at both pairs.

The Bostonian Loafers are in really great condition and the leather is a very nice medium brown. The side of the sole could use some sole dressing but nothing major. The white is talcum powder, I put a little too much apparently as it got from my feet to the leather once I stepped out of them. (Note: I use talcum powder when wearing my loafers sock less). The patina on the shoes is also pretty nice.

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Better example of the actual Brown

The Eduardo G. which apparently is a brand carried at Saks 5th Avenue after doing a little research, are a nice wingtip with a minimal amount of brogue-ing and leather overlays. The brown is also a very nice rich medium brown. Notice that shape of the toe, rounded toe that flows naturally with the shape of the foot.

Soft leather, very soft leather

Note: Both shoes have leather bottomed soles and are Goodyear welted.