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#1 2009-10-15 18:46:57
- tmc22
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L.B. Evans
I grew up with Evans slippers. Bought a pair in the 1970s that lasted 20 years. tried to duplicate them with the Radio tymes slipper that was still made in MA in the 90s. the quality was terrible. The glue that held the lining to the sole did not work. I was astonished that a company would try to sell such a product. I bought two pairs over the course of a year or so. Terrible. The outer shell was OK but the linings were bad. I migrated to Brooks made in England and they are OK but getting pricier by the minute. But the original made in the uSA slippers were the best I ever owned. Anyone know the history?
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#2 2009-10-16 04:09:08
- Beatnik
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Re: L.B. Evans
Two cardi threads running side by side and now here comes the slippers...
You can be too 'edgy' you know.
#5 2009-10-16 04:20:03
- Chris_H
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#7 2009-10-16 07:16:03
- Big Tony
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Re: L.B. Evans
Nothing wrong with Clarkson, he at least hates computers in cars which is appropriate.
Regarding LB Evans - aren't cheap products new the "new normal" for Wal-Mart Nation? When the iGents balk at paying $129 for a heavy, 100% wool sweater, or $250 for a pair of new shoos, then what can one expect? Other than cheap products designed to provide value to the corporate executive suite, not value to the customer?
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#8 2009-10-16 12:54:19
- The Ace Face
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Re: L.B. Evans
Draped and sculpted hep cat suit - as worn by His Royal Hepness, Cab Calloway
#9 2009-10-16 17:52:07
- Staceyboy
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Re: L.B. Evans
The only thing that me and my ex-father in law ever agreed on (and I REALLY mean EVER) was that the Clarkson buffoon was a complete tosser. I guess he still does. I certainly still do. Vermin.
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#12 2009-10-20 18:27:13
- tmc22
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I did do my own research. Apparently LB Evans remains an American company but the stuff now comes from overseas. Looking at reviews on Amazon I am still leary of the product.
I am simply astonished that the new england shoe industry could be wiped out in the space of 15 years, and replaced by cheaper crappier stuff sold under the old names. Sebago, Cole Hann, Johnston and Murphy, Rockport, Dexter, LB Evans, Sperry, Bass. I'm sure the list can go on.
This is the price we paid in the 1990s. OK factory jobs going overseas and getting not as good products in return. OUr economy will get better when we start making things again. pay a little more and get something that lasts. And keep the money men away from the business. Local ownership that takes pride in a product is the wave of the future.