Adelante The Havana

Chestnut Full Grain

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atgrey6 months ago

Got some new top lifts and a shine this month, but things are still coming along nicely

Taken on February 1, 2025

2024-2025 Open Thunderdome, February submission

Maker

Adelante

Model

The Havana

Leather

Chestnut Full Grain

Made for Adelante

Last

Unknown Last

US Men's Brannock: L 8D, R 7.5D

Unknown Last: 8D+

Custom sizing. D width + E width instep.

Sole

Rubber Topy on Leather Sole

Heel

Stacked Leather With Rubber Top Lift

Purchased from

Adelante Shoes

More about this item

Round 2 with the same makeup! Last year's pair developed a squeak in the heel after 3 months. Adelante replaced them at no cost, so I saved the new pair for a second attempt at the Dome

Why I own this

Custom

Style

Originally, this was my first GYW boot purchase. I wanted something that could pull double duty in the office or casual wear. I've had trouble with fit, so the I took the opportunity for custom sizing at an entry level price. This specific pair is actually a replacement, after Adelante replaced the previous two at no charge due to some squeaky shanks.

How I sized

Unknown Last: 8D+US Men's Brannock: L 8D, R 7.5D

Circumferential Measurements

Foot Tracing

Sized by Maker

Sized Online

Did a "virtual fitting" with an Adelante rep who walked me through taking foot measurements over zoom. Originally, they recommended 8D + EE instep, but I'm happier with the E instep I landed on with this pair.

Ordering process

Purchased from Adelante ShoesTotal cost: 260 USD Lead time: About 1 month

Online Store

Original pairs had some delays due to low stock of the leather color I selected. This replacement pair arrived ~ 5 weeks after the order confirmation, in line with given estimates

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