Alden Indy 403 vs Whites Semi Dress

I think Bedo’s Leatherworks is familiar to many of you, and the shop’s stellar reputation is why I chose them to make some minor modifications to my mostly brand new Alden 403 Indy boots in brown chromexcel. The boots were gifted to me for Christmas and quickly became my favorite pair of footwear. An aesthetic issue with one of the welts turned into an opportunity for me to make some minor changes that I thought could improve (to my liking) an already great product.

TL;DR: If you need some real work boots, get these. I changed my last to the 55 for my next pair, and those will be my longer day shoes, but man, these are outstanding boots that need little care and last forever. 18 months is 12 months longer than my last pair of work boots lasted. Bonus: I generally clean boots a few at a time, so the last shot is my Quoddy’s Ring Boots in Chromepak and my White’s Semi-Dress in Burgundy Horsehide

Fit is impeccable. The (to my surprise) large block heel, the 5E width, and the heavy broguing would all be out of place individually but when combined, it creates a super heavy look that works. * Alden Indy 403 in Horween Brown Chromexcel. Trubalance last 8EEE

I got the SD's in 9.5ee and I think they're right where they should be, or at least as close as boots can be given such parameters as thick socks, medium socks, orthotics or no, etc. The toe box is roomy, and this is a wider EE than RW's. I don't notice any horizontal movement, and with light orthotics, these boots are pretty snug

These boots have been sitting too long and need to be worn**. * Maker/Model: **Alden 403 Indy**. * Size: **8EEE**. * Leather: **Brown Chromexcel**

**Construction:** These are the first White’s Semi-Dress I’ve actually examined and I’m pretty happy with the construction. I believe all the little things people notice are definitely there – a bit of rubbing on the vamp from the edge cleanup, not the most amazing edge treatment, rough welt joint, etc. None of this bothers me. Maybe if I was buying shell boots I’d want them to pay some more attention to the details, but with these being all black (except the sole stitching) none of that is really noticeable and can be easily “fixed” with product

These boots have been sitting too long and need to be worn**. * Maker/Model: **Alden 403 Indy**. * Size: **8EEE**. * Leather: **Brown Chromexcel**

As with many things, you get the quality you pay for. These boots are quality, top to bottom. They're also going to last a lot longer than cheap boots, and you can get them repaired when they do wear down. Don't cheat yourself; invest in good oil, cream, preservative and a shoe tree (mmm, cedar

Good pair of boots: Alden Indy 403 or the 405. Versatile and stylish, can be paired with many non-formal outfits. Long lasting, can endure many resoles.

In addition, because these boots are made by Whites they can be resoled and repaired for ($50-$100) depending on the work. If you have the money, then I would defiantly recommend these boots as either an every day wear, or a more dressy look.

You will not regret this purchase. The boots are the most comfortable footwear I ever wore. If you are reading this review stop, and just buy it!

Really impressed, I did not know a boot could be this comfortable. I plan on eventually owning a few pair. Buy them! You will not be sorry.