Semi-Brogue Cap Toe Oxfords …in calf or rare cordovan 16 | www.bensilver.com 9427: Antique Chestnut 9427C: Whiskey Cordovan 99–navy 119–wine 20–black 231–blue 41–dark tan 4–charcoal 113–tartan green 88–brown 236–red 709–royal blue 001–dark charcoal 110–burgundy 005–grey 051–rust 343–green heather WSX Opposite page: Our semi-brogue cap toe oxfords are elegant additions to a year round wardrobe. Shown front to back in either an antique chestnut or a rare pale whiskey cordovan. The Belgrave in antique chestnut, 9427…$840. The Belgrave in whiskey cordovan, 9427C…$995. Above: Our over the calf wool solid color ribbed dress socks are available in a very wide range of colors, as noted in the photo. Navy, black, charcoal and brown are also available in a mid-calf length. Sock sizes 11–13 (sock size chart page 28). One pair over the calf wool socks,WSX…$38. One pair mid-calf wool socks,WSXS…$38. THE BELGRAVE OXFORDS WOOL SOLID COLOR RIBBED SOCKS Genuine shell cordovan is rare… Most leathers come from cows, but cordovan comes from horses (which are not raised for this purpose). The shell, and let me put this as delicately as possible, is the subcutaneous layer that covers the equine posterior. Each horse provides two shells, which is just enough for a pair of shoes. A single shell never is long enough to form a seamless belt, so genuine shell cordovan belts are always pieced. The most non-porous leather known, shell cordovan is distinguished by its lustrous waxy finish, superior durability, and suppleness that readily conforms to the shape of the wearer’s foot. —G. Bruce Boyer noted fashion writer and editor 358–gold
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