I purchased these last week and they are my new favorite pair of shoes. I have three other pairs of Allen Edmonds that I've acquired over the years and they are all well made shoes with classic style that will last for years. My oldest pair was a Christmas gift I received in 1998. They are the Sanford cap toe oxfords and they are still holding up very nicely today (I've had them resoled once).

I got the McTavish in the black wax infused leather (called "dark black" on this site). They have all the good looks of a wing tip oxford, but the waxed leather and the slightly contrasting sole and stitching give this shoe a more casual look that can be dressed up or down. I've gotten several compliments on these shoes, as I do with all of my AE shoes. Sizing on these particular shoes seems to be fairly accurate, but possibly a bit on the narrow side as is the case with most Allen Edmonds shoes. If you're not sure, I recommend going somewhere you can physically try on these shoes. Or make sure you can easily return them at no cost if the fit isn't right. My shoes felt a bit snug on my right foot, but the next size up was too big. After wearing these a few times they feel just perfect. I simply love them.

If you take care of your shoes, and repair them when needed, these shoes will last for years and is worth every penny of the purchase price.