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Alden’s “986” is made of the world’s finest cordovan, known as the “diamond of leather.
The 986 has many attractions not found in coin loafers from other manufacturers, the most obvious of which is the material used for the upper. cordovan, used for the 986, is Alden’s iconic material. The brand lavishly uses Horween Shell Cordovan, which is considered the world’s finest. The Horween Company is a tannery based in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A., and is a world-renowned tannery with a history of over 100 years. The origin of cordovan can be traced back to the 16th century, and the name is said to come from the Spanish city of Cordoba, where it was first made. in the late 19th century, a German tannery developed a tanning process, which was then transferred to the United States, and a tradition was born.
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Horween originally focused on manufacturing leather straps for sharpening razor blades, but fell into financial difficulties when disposable razors were introduced. However, Alden’s demand for cordovan as a leather for leather shoes led to a revival. Today, Horween cordovan is so famous that it is sought after by top brands around the world, and Alden is able to procure it preferentially. Cordovan is made from the hides of farm horses, and only a small percentage of the hides can be harvested from each horse. In recent years, the number of farm horses has decreased, and cordovan shoes themselves are becoming rare.
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Horween’s shell cordovan is a high-quality leather tanned with vegetable tannin and beautifully dyed with an annealing process, which creates a unique luster not found in calfskin leather. The 986, with its “diamond of leather” cordovan upper, is a coin loafer that is different from the average loafer in every way, even when taken alone. Furthermore, as the shoes are worn over the years, the texture changes, and the wearer can enjoy a deep aging experience.
Alden “986” Special Feature 2: “A neat half-saddle that is a classic but still has enduring appeal.
The face of the coin loafer design is the saddle set on the instep. 986 has the most royal specification called the half saddle. The 986 is characterized by a neat appearance created by moving the saddle closer to the footwear opening.
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