Alden Shoes – The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy Boot
One of the most highly anticipated Leather Soul Exclusive models is finally here!
The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy Boot is our take on the ever popular Alden #405 that Harrison Ford wears in the Indiana Jones movie series. Our release of the Ultimate Indy comes right as the newest Indiana Jones movie is also to be released.
Our Ultimate Indy is made on the same Tru-Balance last, available in Brown Cromexecel or Black Aniline Calfskin (coming soon), and with a Leather and Commando Rubber Sole. It is made to Alden New England standards, just as the dress shoes are, which is a higher standard than the regular #405 Indy. You’ll notice full leather linings, higher grade materials, and general quality improvements from the Foot Balance line.
Available in sizes 6-12D.
(Tru-Balance Last, $450.00)
SOLD OUT!
KJ said,
on May 22, 2008 @ 11:17 am
Any 10.5′s?
Greg Clary said,
on May 23, 2008 @ 3:43 pm
Do these run big? I normally wear a 10.5 or 11 in dress shoes or tennis shoes. What would you recommend? If I order and they are small then can I return them for a bigger size?
Finally, how long before the black ones are available?
Thank you
Tom said,
on May 23, 2008 @ 4:30 pm
KJ-
Sorry, we are already sold out of 10.5s.
We will be placing a re-order soon and will be taking deposits for pre-orders. Please email me for details.
Aloha,
Tom
Tom said,
on May 23, 2008 @ 4:32 pm
Greg,
The Tru-Balance last does run about 1/2 size large. Unfortunately there is no way for me to give you a recommendation based on that information you provided.
As far as our return/shipping policy, please read our “About” page for more info.
As far as the black ones, I hope to get them soon, but most are already pre-sold. If you know your size, we take pre-orders with a small deposit.
Aloha,
Tom
david dearborn said,
on May 27, 2008 @ 12:04 pm
Just mailed you…I MUST have these 12/12.5. Please have bigger sizes made overall…….
Trent Goodwin said,
on May 27, 2008 @ 3:46 pm
I bought my first pair of Aldens in college in 1983, and after 25 years and many pairs later, I have on my feet what will easily become my favorite pair. I received my Indy’s today and words will do no justice. Thanks, Tom.
Tom said,
on May 27, 2008 @ 8:12 pm
David,
We are currently taking orders and would love to add a larger size on for you!
Aloha,
Tom
Tom said,
on May 27, 2008 @ 8:12 pm
Trent,
That’s a wonderful story. I’m so glad you like the Ultimate Indy Boot!
Aloha,
Tom
Kevin Wesley said,
on May 30, 2008 @ 3:32 pm
Do you have size 9.5 D left?
Tom said,
on May 31, 2008 @ 5:36 pm
Kevin,
Sorry, we are sold out of 9.5D. Our next shipment will be here in 4-6 months. We are currently taking $100 deposits for pre-orders.
Aloha,
Tom
A.Li said,
on June 1, 2008 @ 5:35 am
Do you have the size 9.5E or 9E ??
Tom said,
on June 1, 2008 @ 8:02 am
Mr. Li,
Sorry, we don’t normally stock E witdths. However, we will be placing a re-order this week and would be more than happy to order you a size. A $100 deposit would be necessary.
Aloha,
Tom
Kirk Moon said,
on June 6, 2008 @ 1:00 pm
Interested in a pair of the brown Ultimate Indy boots. Normally wear size 11.5D. Based on your comment above, I guess I would wear an 11D in this boot. Do you have a pair in my size? Thanks.
Ed Flores said,
on June 8, 2008 @ 7:05 am
Do you have a size 12?
Tom said,
on June 8, 2008 @ 7:50 am
Kirk,
Thanks for the order!
Aloha,
Tom
Tom said,
on June 8, 2008 @ 7:51 am
Ed,
Sorry, we are sold out of size 12Ds. Our next shipment is due in December. You can hold a pair with a $100 deposit or you can just try again when we repost on our website.
Aloha,
Tom
Steve Cooper said,
on June 13, 2008 @ 5:09 am
Tom,
Hello! Would you guys happen to have a size 8 in your stock?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
Tom said,
on June 13, 2008 @ 6:47 am
Steve,
Thanks for the comment. I’m sorry, we just sold out last 8. Our next order is due in December. To place a pre-order please email me directly.
Aloha,
Tom
Lawrence Guerrero said,
on June 16, 2008 @ 6:00 am
Hello, I just wanted to know if you still had a size 7 in stock. I’m considering buying a pair. Thank you for your time.
Tom said,
on June 16, 2008 @ 10:43 am
Lawrence,
As of 10:45am, 6/16, we do have 7D in stock. Please email me or call us to order.
Aloha,
Tom
Mark Feathers said,
on June 16, 2008 @ 10:56 am
Will you get the Alden Shoes – The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy Boot in 11.5 again?
Tom said,
on June 16, 2008 @ 10:58 am
Mark,
Yes, we expect another shipment in December. We can hold a pair for a $100 non-refundable deposit. Please email me if you would like to do so.
Aloha,
Tom
Chad said,
on June 18, 2008 @ 12:16 pm
Are these being made in really large sizes? I typically wear a 14D in Allen Edmonds.
Tom said,
on June 18, 2008 @ 12:49 pm
Chad,
I’ve just placed a re-order. If you can email me within a day or two I may be able to add your size to the order.
For a size 14D, we would require full payment up front. We expect them to be ready by December.
Aloha,
Tom
Ben said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 6:00 am
Tom
Are these boots being made by Alden or are you guys getting them made elsewhere?
Tom said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 6:29 am
Ben,
Not to be rude, but that was the funniest question yet. Of course they are made by Alden. Please read the description above for more information.
Aloha,
Tom
Arne said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 7:43 am
Hi Tom,
do you have a 10D left of those?
I usually wear a 10D in my Red Wings (1909,9011,9014) and I heard they go the same size!
Let me know,
Arne
Tom said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 7:46 am
Arne,
Thanks for the comment. I’m sorry, we are sold out. Our next shipment is due in December. You can pre-order a pair a $100 deposit or try us again when they re-appear on our website.
As far as sizing, I’m sorry, I have no idea how Red Wings fit.
Aloha,
Tom
Ben said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 7:57 am
Tom
No offense taken! The line “The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy Boot is our take on the…” threw me off :)
I wear a 9D in both the 1494 Unlined Chukka Boot and the 9572F Straight Tip Blucher Flex Welt. What would you recommend on sizing for both this boot and the suede version; and is the recommended size available?
Tom said,
on June 19, 2008 @ 9:06 am
Ben,
If you wear a 9D in those shoes, I’d recommend a 8.5D for the Indy. Unless you are planning to wear thick socks, in that case a 9D may be ok.
Unfortunately we are long sold out and the next shipment will be around December. We have been taking pre-orders with $100 deposits. Please email me if you are interested in doing a pre-order. If not, you can try us again when we re-post in December.
Aloha,
Tom
Mike said,
on June 20, 2008 @ 4:50 am
Does the width of the trubalance run pretty standard? I read somewhere that they have a rather roomy toebox. your opinion?
Tom said,
on June 20, 2008 @ 8:26 am
Mike,
The Tru-Balance last fits about 1/2 size larger than your true-to-size fit. So, if you are a true-to-size 10D US, you would most likely be a 9.5D in the Tru-Balance. The toe box does have a lot of room as it is not an elegant last such as the Plaza or Aberdeen.
Aloha,
Tom
carrington brown said,
on July 8, 2008 @ 5:18 pm
Sir,
I am interested in your Ultimate Indy boot but see that many sizes are sold out. When I visited your shop a year or two ago we figured my size is a 10.5 D on the Barrie last. My current Alden high top boots are 11 B/D, whatever that means..maybe that means Barrie last with D width. These are a little long for me.
Questions-
1) what size do you recommend for me in this boot on the True Balance Last?
2) Is that size in stock and if not, what deposit do you require from me to reserve a pair of these boots in your next order, due in December?
Thank you-
Tom said,
on July 8, 2008 @ 5:27 pm
Carrington,
You would be the same size as you would be in the Barrie-10.5D. We are currently sold out unfortunately. If you would like to pre-order a pair for our December shipment, please send me an email directly and I will email you an order form to fill out.
Aloha!
Tom
Bill Woodward said,
on July 15, 2008 @ 8:41 pm
Another winner for Tom and Leather Soul. I love shoes in general but the one reason I buy Aldens is Tom and his superior customer service. Try to find Tom’s level of service from one other Alden dealer,…
Bill Woodward
Portland, Oregon
Dale Dobuler said,
on July 30, 2008 @ 11:36 am
Am very interested in getting a pair of the Alden Indy boot in dark brown. I normally wear 10.5 or 11, D width. Since they run a bit large, I assume that the 10.5 should be good. Please tell me if they are back in stock and if not, how I can order. Thanks in advance.
Tom said,
on July 30, 2008 @ 9:20 pm
Dale,
Thank you for your comment. We are expecting our next shipment in November/December. Please email us if you would like to order a pair.
Aloha,
Tom
Tom said,
on July 30, 2008 @ 9:20 pm
Thanks Bill!
Mike said,
on August 1, 2008 @ 12:01 pm
Tom,
Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I’ve just faxed your order form with an authorization for a deposit on a pair of 8.5 D to go along with my current (3-month old) pair. Those soles look like they will really improve my traction come this winter!
Can’t wait, and, to echo others on this thread, thank you for the superb support and service you are providing. You really go the extra mile (or in my case the extra 2949 miles!).
James said,
on October 12, 2008 @ 6:17 pm
I take a wide 11.5 in Allen Edmonds Park Avenue, or a 12 in most any other shoe I have ever worn. What size should I get? Are they still available in my size? please let me know?!
imopb said,
on October 13, 2008 @ 8:28 pm
can you send it to Taiwan??
How should I pay you ??
James said,
on October 14, 2008 @ 2:11 pm
So I posted before, but I gave the wrong email address! I need to know if I can get a pair of these in 11.5 or 12. I normally take a 12, or an 11.5 in AE Park Ave’s. Any indication of what size I should get, I would be happy to place a deposit!
Hope you still have a pair for me to order!
Thanks!
James
Arne said,
on October 21, 2008 @ 8:10 am
Tom,
is this the same leather used in the normal #405?
What is the deadline to order for the new batch and when will those be delivered?
Br,
Arne
Tom said,
on October 22, 2008 @ 5:26 pm
imopb,
Shipping to Taiwan is $50 via USPS International Express Mail. Please email me to order.
Aloha,
Tom
Tom said,
on October 22, 2008 @ 5:26 pm
Arne,
No, the leather is Horween Cromexyl. We are expecting a shipment in December and another in January.
Aloha,
Tom
eric miltz said,
on October 26, 2008 @ 12:33 pm
Do you have the ultimate indy boot tru-balance in the dark brown in a 9.5 wide,i normaly wear a 10 wide.
Thanks, eric
Tom said,
on October 29, 2008 @ 6:45 am
Eric,
I’m sorry, we only stock D widths unless special ordered. Please email me directly if you are interested in placing a special order. We will be making one very soon.
Aloha,
Tom
James Harris said,
on November 3, 2008 @ 10:43 pm
Hi,
I’m just wondering if the Ultimate Indy boot by Alden is an in-store exclusive. I’m assuming that it is. ( I take a 12D if it’s not!)
Thank you,
James Harris
Tom said,
on November 4, 2008 @ 9:42 am
James,
The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy is NOT an in-store exclusive. It is currently being worn all over the world!
We are unfortunately pre-sold of all 12Ds on the next 2 shipments! The 3rd shipment is not due till June but you can order a pair now if you would like.
Please email me directly to place an order.
Aloha,
Tom
Jeff said,
on December 2, 2008 @ 6:11 pm
Hey Tom,
Just wondering if there was any word on the December shipment. I am eagerly awaiting my Christmas present.
Thanks,
Jeff
Tom said,
on December 2, 2008 @ 6:18 pm
Jeff,
We’re expecting them the 3rd week of December so hopefully we can get them out by Christmas!
Aloha,
Tom
Mark W. said,
on December 3, 2008 @ 8:16 pm
Hi Tom,
It’s Mark with the narrow foot again. The Ultimate Indy boot looks inviting. I just sent a message to the preorder e-mail to get on the mailing list. I wear a 9.5 AA in the regular Alden 405. Are you recommending a different size than that for me? When could these be available and is the $100 deposit still valid?
Thanks,
Mark W
Mark W. said,
on December 3, 2008 @ 8:46 pm
Hello Tom,
I believe James Harris was asking about the availability of the Ultimate Indy, not the customer base. Your reply “The Leather Soul Ultimate Indy is NOT an in-store exclusive. It is currently being worn all over the world!” covers two separate questions.
One, is the Ultimate Indy boot available from any other store besides The Leather Soul?, and
Two, where is it worn? All over the world, as you replied.
Regards,
Mark W
Tom said,
on December 3, 2008 @ 9:04 pm
Mark,
Thanks for the comments. To answer your questions:
1) The fit is the same as the standard 405 which means you would also take a 9.5AA.
2) I may be ordering another run soon so sign up for the pre-order email and stay tuned!
3) Well, I thought I answered his in-store only question by saying our UI are being worn all over the world! Unlike some other models, the Ultimate Indy is available for mail order purchase.
4) We were the first to come up with the “Ultimate Indy.” However, a lot of times, other retailers take our special models and copy them. At this time, I have yet to see the Leather Soul Ultimate Indy available anywhere else. I wouldn’t be surprised though if some other store started selling them in the future.
5) We have sold them to customers in Japan, China, the Philippines, all over the US, France, Germany, and Italy. We also have customers from Russia, the Netherlands, Taiwan, and a few other countries I can’t remember off the top of my head who all have back orders on our next few shipments.
Hope I answered your questions!
Aloha,
Tom
Marlon said,
on December 7, 2008 @ 11:57 am
I was looking to purchase a size 13. Would you happen to have that size in stock?
Tom said,
on December 7, 2008 @ 3:18 pm
Marlon,
We are sold out for now. Since 13 is not in our stock range, please sign up for our preorder mailing list by sending an email to preorder@leathersoulhawaii.com.
Aloha,
Tom
ryan said,
on January 13, 2009 @ 11:32 pm
if someone special orders an 11C and cancels i’d like to be the first to know :)
Bill Marelich said,
on March 6, 2009 @ 12:44 pm
Hi — do you have any Indy boots in stock (size 10.5)?
thanks – Bill
Tom said,
on March 6, 2009 @ 2:50 pm
Bill,
Thanks for the comment. Sorry, we are out of 10.5Ds right now. If you would like to preorder a pair on an incoming shipment, please let us know.
Aloha,
Tom
Mason said,
on March 15, 2009 @ 8:17 pm
Hi Tom
Was wondering if you had a pair of UI boots in a size 10D. Please let me know. I sent an email as well.
Thanks!
Mason
Tom said,
on March 16, 2009 @ 8:48 am
Mason,
Thank you for the comment. I’m sorry, we are sold out of the UI in brown size 10D. Our next shipment is due late Summer.
Aloha,
Tom
Mason said,
on March 16, 2009 @ 4:44 pm
Hi Tom,
Thanks for the response. How can I get on a wait list for this shoe?
Thanks
Mason
Peter Houde said,
on March 26, 2009 @ 7:24 am
Dear Tom:
I would be interested in purchasing a pair of the Ultimate Indy boots.
I am either a 11d or a 11 1/2c. Can I get on a waiting list for this? Do you need a deposit?
Thanks for having Alden create such a nice boot.
Sincerely,
Peter Houde
Tom said,
on March 26, 2009 @ 8:26 am
Peter,
Thank you for your comment. Email sent.
Aloha,
Tom
aaron said,
on March 28, 2009 @ 6:49 pm
shoot me an email if you dont mind, i would like to get a pair of sz 10D alden UI whenever they come around again.
Tom said,
on March 29, 2009 @ 5:33 pm
Aaron,
Email sent.
Aloha,
Tom
Steve Swail said,
on May 30, 2009 @ 9:55 pm
Hello. Please send me alerts and whatever pre-registration steps are necessary to be on the purchase list for a pair of these UI boots in a size 11D, whenever they become available. Thank you.
Steve Swail
Tom said,
on June 1, 2009 @ 9:00 am
Steve,
Email sent with order form.
Aloha,
Tom
Pete said,
on June 10, 2009 @ 12:19 pm
tom,
how can i be on the list to obtain a sz 8e for the ultimate indys?
thanks,
pete
Tom said,
on June 10, 2009 @ 3:29 pm
Pete,
We are now taking orders. If you don’t mind the 4-6 month wait, we’d be more than happy to add a 8E. Please let me know. We require a $100 deposit.
Aloha!
Tom
Pete said,
on June 11, 2009 @ 9:13 am
tom,
yes, i’m interested. please send me the info on where and how to send the deposit.
thanks,
pete
Tom said,
on June 11, 2009 @ 12:00 pm
Pete,
Please send me an email at tom@leathersoulhawaii.com and I will reply with an order form. I’ve been trying to email you but your email doesn’t seem to be working.
Aloha,
Tom
Pete said,
on June 11, 2009 @ 3:31 pm
tom,
email sent.
thanks.
pete
Bob Monahan said,
on December 17, 2009 @ 2:43 am
Will you be selling the new Indy Boot #403? I also wanted to ask if you will re-stock the Ultimate Indy Boot? If the Ultimate Indy Boot is still availlable, can the commando sole on the Ultimate Indy Boot be re-soled. I look forward to your reply and thanks for your help.
Tom said,
on December 17, 2009 @ 10:42 am
Bob,
Yes, we will probably have the #403 but it won’t be released till around April. We do have the UI on back order as well. Yes, the commando sole can definitely be resoled. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
Aloha,
Tom
evan said,
on February 1, 2010 @ 4:13 am
so is there an order of these coming again?
Tom said,
on February 1, 2010 @ 9:03 am
Evan,
Yes, we have these on constant order. However, most times it does not make it to the sales floor since there are so many preorders and backorders.
Aloha,
Tom
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on March 29, 2010 @ 4:12 am
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Carter said,
on April 19, 2010 @ 7:41 am
Hi Tom-
Can you tell me what the lead time is on a pre-order for this boot in a men’s 7D? When are you placing your next order and how long do they take to fill?
thanks!
marty martin said,
on June 29, 2010 @ 1:27 pm
do you have any 9.5 in stock?
Tom said,
on June 29, 2010 @ 1:51 pm
Marty,
Not at the moment but we are expecting another order soon. We can accept a preorder now for a pair if you are interested.
Aloha,
Tom
George said,
on July 15, 2010 @ 5:52 am
Hello: Great product! Do you have the Alden Leather Soul Ultimate Indy Boot in 9.5 E or EE? If not, what is the lead time? Thank you! George
Tom said,
on July 15, 2010 @ 9:29 am
George,
We are currently taking preorders for the UI till Sunday. This time it will be made with a double waterlock leather sole. If you are interested please contact us. Unfortunately we only stock D widths unless special ordered.
Aloha,
Tom