Originally Posted by
Oldpeddaller
Each to his own opinion Velognome, but the cost difference to buy a new Brooks could be around £100, for something the OP isn't sure he actually wants.
Ya....meant it kinda tongue and cheek. OP is British, Brooks made in England, help out the economy = Good for Country; Good for the Bum...well that should be self evident.
Used is OK, but buying a new one...the smell

ahhhhh! A used one, not so much