Alden Shoes Made in America since 1884

Choosing a pair of good men’s dress shoes isn’t easy. On the low end, there are plenty of low quality options for the masochist. At the high end, there are a wide range of pricey European brands. But, did you know some of the highest quality shoes for men are made right here in the USA? The Alden Shoe Company, a family owned business, has crafted made in America shoes since 1884.

Alden: Made in America Shoes (Image by Buying American Blog at Mister Guy Men’s, St. Louis, MO)

Alden shoes are made by craftsmen at their New England factory. Many of the employees are second and third generation shoemakers. While not cheap, Alden shoes last a lifetime. In fact, Alden’s offers a restoration service. For $175, they restore shoes by hand on the original lasts (see the Restoration page).

Other shoes at the $150 to $200 price point are disposable. By the time you have worn them long enough to break them in, it’s time to send them to the landfill, buy another pair, and start the process all over again (blisters and all). With Alden shoes, you pay more upfront, but they cost the same as disposable shoes after that since you can restore them. And, you get to enjoy a comfortable shoe that is already broken in and shaped to your foot. These are perfect shoes for anyone who not only values American quality, but wants a product they can buy and wear for life.

More about the Alden Shoe Company

For more on the fascinating history of the Alden Shoe Company, visit The History of Alden Shoe Company page.

Bonus Trivia: Alden’s model 405 boots were the shoes worn by Indiana Jones in the famous series of movies. Called the “Indy boot,” you can read more about it here.

Shop for Made in America Alden Shoes

So, what are you waiting for? Browse the Alden site, or shop The Alden Shop of San Francisco. Find a store near you on the Stores page.

Find more Made in USA shoes for men and women in the Made in USA List under the Shoes category.