u/buffett7777

I’ve bought multiple pairs directly from the Alden store in San Francisco, and I keep noticing weird differences between the left and right shoe. On some pairs, the tongue is shaped differently, sits differently, or even feels like it was cut from a different pattern altogether.

It’s not just the tongue either — sometimes one shoe feels slightly more structured or finished better than the other. Considering the price point and Alden’s reputation, I honestly didn’t expect this level of inconsistency.

Curious if this is considered “normal” with Alden’s handmade production or if quality control has become less consistent recently.