TOP SIDER AUTHENTIC OXFORD

by Ryan Willms @ H(y)R Collective

I’m not sure the story behind this model of Sperry’s I recently came across, other than the fact they look good. They seem to have a bit of a vintage feel to them, both in the design and look in the coloring. The Authentic Oxford is definitely a model I haven’t seen around our parts of the world and I have to wonder if Sperry too, is gearing some of their product offering to the eastern shores. The shoes really aren’t all that different from the Striper’s I recently posted, and bought - but there are definite differences that leave me wondering. On a side note; in certain categories of products, I feel that you could go one way or another. For example you might like Sebago boat shoes, and/or Sperry, or you might like Allen Edmonds, and/or “X” American brand, Nike or Adidas, APC or Nudie, etc. When it comes to classics there are often a choice between one or two brands, I find that I usually tend to pick the one I like the best and really stick with them, actually get behind them, and support the brand beyond just wearing the shoes. Maybe this creates a bias opinion, but it is what it is, and mine is with Sperry. I think if you are going to go with a cheaper sneaker/boat shoe/deck shoe, then Sperry is the choice to make. If you are going to step into a Quoddy or something more special, that’s another story, and likely a better one. I guess I am herby pledging my allegiance to Sperry on the open seas (for affordable footwear).

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