dress-shoes
Cap Toe Oxford
Best value in quality dress shoes. Goodyear welt with Horween leather, veg-tan welt. Quality matches $500+ competitors at $280. Founded by Alden family.
Quality & Materials
Full-grain leather from Horween, Annonay, C.F. Stead. Vegetable-tanned leather welt and midsole. Steel shank.
Evidence & Testing
Founded by family with Alden experience. Construction quality matches $500+ brands.
Brand Transparency
Transparent about manufacturing. Sizing guidance. Quality tannery sources named.
Value Assessment
$280. Exceptional value - matches quality of $500+ brands. Runs half size large.
Why Not Alternatives?
Allen Edmonds has more heritage but similar quality for $150+ more. Meermin cheaper but longer break-in. Grant Stone is the sweet spot.
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