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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:31:17 PM EDT
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Quoted: I have been wanting to get into cowboy boots for awhile. I love the versatility of them and how they look. I have actually never owned any but I'm about to pull the trigger soon. I have been watching a lot of videos lately and and have decided that I want handmade in the USA and leather soles. I don't want gel or similar kinds of inserts. I'm not sure for my first pair what kind to get. I would want them to be durable, able to withstand some rain, mud, snow etc. I would wear them casually, I prefer blackish but I don't like boring all black. I just need them to go with about anything. What would be a good brand to start with? My budget would be about $300-$500 range. Not afraid to go over but that's a lot of coin for a first pair of boots. I just don't want to buy cheap and have them wreck my feet and hate them. I want them to be able to be re soled and have them for years and years. Thank you for any input. I like Tecovas in that price range. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:31:58 PM EDT
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Very happy with my Double H brand boots.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:32:33 PM EDT
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Not necessarily what you're looking for, but I've had good luck with Justin square toe work boots. They're my year round boots. Very versatile, work with them all week, but can polish them up for the weekends.
If you just want to see if you like wearing a slip on cowboy boot, they're about $160. Probably more durable and comfortable than a leather sole boot. I think the leather soles are good if you're actually using stirrups The real sheep humpers will be along shortly I'm sure. They'll know more about authentic cowboy boots than me. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:32:37 PM EDT
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FPNI. Tecovas
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:33:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Very happy with my Double H brand boots. This |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:33:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Very happy with my Double H brand boots. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:34:27 PM EDT
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Why leather soles?
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:35:01 PM EDT
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Bought my son a nice pair of Anderson Bean boots. He loves them.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:36:37 PM EDT
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Lucchese ropers.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:38:03 PM EDT
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Tony Lamas have always been good for me. Ive got a pair now that have been resoled at least once and the pair prior to them had been resoled several times before the foot finally wore out.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:39:08 PM EDT
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I primarily wear Tony Lama, comfy as they get for me. Right now I’m wearing the Bowie Oak leaves square toe.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:39:51 PM EDT
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I wear Ariat's with the work bottom. The traditional bottom with the heel feel awkward to walk in to me.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:40:17 PM EDT
[#13]
Anderson bean. Tony llamas. Go to the store and try them on. Ain’t hard ??
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:40:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lucchese ropers. very tempted to get a second pair. eyeing the ones with the vibram wedge sole |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:40:23 PM EDT
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You can search for USA made boots on the Tony Lama site: https://www.tonylama.com/en-US/Products/?gender=4&productline=264&styles=143
And the US made for Nocona here: https://www.nocona.com/footwear/men_shop-made-in-the-usa-styles And here are the US made examples from Lucchese: https://www.lucchese.com/shop/mens/boots/made-in-texas/ I was and kinda still am a US made cowboy boot Imelda Marcos  , and I like all these brands. I don't now much about Tecova, except that I've read lots of good reviews for them. However, I believe Tecovas are made in Mexico. IMHO, whatever ya do, please for the Love of Christ don't get any made in China. It just seems wrong to me.  |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:41:16 PM EDT
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Good luck finding what you want made in the USA. A few hundred dollars more and you could get Lucchese, made in Texas.
CELEBRATING CRAFTSMANSHIP AND THE ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT SINCE 1883 |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:41:48 PM EDT
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Hard to beat Tony's or Nocona. Lot's to choose from.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:42:16 PM EDT
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Unless you're actually in the saddle a lot, buy ones with roper heels (shortest ones). Riding heels are less comfortable to walk in.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:42:27 PM EDT
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I don't want to mess with foam or gel inserts.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:43:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I like Tecovas in that price range. Tecovas are handmade in León, Mexico |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:43:05 PM EDT
[#21]
Lucchese
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:44:08 PM EDT
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Here' a pic of the last pair I got - Nocona Ostrich. Prolly not what you're looking for, but God bless them, these were made in Texas.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:46:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Here' a pic of the last pair I got - Nocona Ostrich. Prolly not what you're looking for, but God bless them, these were made in Texas. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/88366/20190607_201342_1368_-972243.jpgThose are nice. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:46:58 PM EDT
[#24]
Olathe
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:47:08 PM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I wear Ariat's with the work bottom. The traditional bottom with the heel feel awkward to walk in to me. They aren't made in the USA are there? |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:47:41 PM EDT
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My Nokonas have been outstanding, nearly fifteen years on them.
Been looking at getting another pair and browsing Justins, TLs and a couple others. I want the classic style, US made but a work style sole that doesn’t slip around like the leather ones do. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:48:06 PM EDT
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If I wear a size 11 athletic shoe what size boot? I prefer the traditional toe vs the square.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:48:27 PM EDT
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There you go
http://www.wheelerboots.com Or just get some Larry’s. Me, I don’t dance or ride much. I wear Chippewas with Vibram soles. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:48:41 PM EDT
[#29]
+1 on Lucchese and my Tecovas also have been fine. If you can, I recommend going to an actual Western boot shop and trying several on vs buying your first pair online. You’ll find a lot of variation in the fit, brand to brand and even within a brand.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:49:50 PM EDT
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Some Justin Boots are Made in the USA, some aren't. But they also support rodeo with the Justin cowboy crisis fund for injured Rodeo Cowboys and a Justin medical team that is at all the big rodeos.
https://www.justinboots.com/en-US/Products/made-in-usa?gender=4&productline=60&maincategory=64 |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:50:05 PM EDT
[#31]
My go to brand has been Tony Lama for all of my adult years. I've been wearing the pair on the left for 35 years. The pair on the right are 3 years old.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:50:11 PM EDT
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Becks boots handmade in Amarillo, TX. They have a box they send you with foam in it to get your foot size and shape or you can drive up and get measured. I have had a pair for 20 years now.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:51:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lucchese One Christmas many years ago, we ordered custom made Lucchese elephant for my wife. Got her measured, picked the hides etc. Took forever to get 'em - I swear, like 6 months - but they are truly works of art. I've always wanted to get a custom pair of Rios of Mercedes made for myself, but I doubt I'll ever do it, with the way the world is going.  |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:53:32 PM EDT
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Leather soles suck beyond words. 200 years ago when that's all they had? Fine. Now? They're dumb, especially if you're going to walk on anything wet, ever.
I wear these on duty sometimes, Justin 3040. Made in the USA. Low profile Vibram sole that can be resoled easily. The shine is easy to dull down if you aren't a shiny boot person.  |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:54:22 PM EDT
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My go to are Red Wing 1178s. Have worn then for the past 20ish years. They are more of a hybrid Cowboy Roper / Work Boot.
https://www.redwingshoes.com/work/mens/soft-toe/NailSeat-01178.html They are made in the US, extremely tough, can be resoled if you want, very comfortable IMHO and squarely meet your price point. They are not fancy by any stretch and don't have a traditional leather sole. However the soles look similar to leather especially once they get some wear, but in trade provide better traction and wear than a leather sole especially if you are going to wear them in inclement weather. The sole material also provides for a bit more cushion and walking comfort vs. a traditional cowboy boot. Good luck with whatever you decide. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:54:50 PM EDT
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I have a pair of Tony Lama full quill ostrich.
comfortable and people comment on them often. I took my time and tried on several brands and sizes before I purchased. Ended up finding exactly what I was looking for at Woods boots online. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:55:06 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Very happy with my Double H brand boots. Second on double H |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:55:33 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Becks boots handmade in Amarillo, TX. They have a box they send you with foam in it to get your foot size and shape or you can drive up and get measured. I have had a pair for 20 years now. What do they run for price? I’m in the same boat as OP but with half or less the funds. Nvm
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:55:57 PM EDT
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Google Heritage Boot Company Austin Texas, men’s basic boots. All leather top to bottom. Hand made. I have 5 pairs of their boots and they are incredible. They can fit you over the phone.
They are a bespoke boot company, so they have basic boots, exotic boots, and the bespoke boots are short runs of boots that will not be made again. They like to copy famous designs from the past.  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:55:58 PM EDT
[#40]
Quoted: I have been wanting to get into cowboy boots for awhile. I love the versatility of them and how they look. I have actually never owned any but I'm about to pull the trigger soon. I have been watching a lot of videos lately and and have decided that I want handmade in the USA and leather soles. I don't want gel or similar kinds of inserts. I'm not sure for my first pair what kind to get. I would want them to be durable, able to withstand some rain, mud, snow etc. I would wear them casually, I prefer blackish but I don't like boring all black. I just need them to go with about anything. What would be a good brand to start with? My budget would be about $300-$500 range. Not afraid to go over but that's a lot of coin for a first pair of boots. I just don't want to buy cheap and have them wreck my feet and hate them. I want them to be able to be re soled and have them for years and years. Thank you for any input. It’s not a ‘get into thing’. Decide on your skin, heal and toe. Then go try on a few different brands to see what feels the best. But if you want a great first boot. LUCCHESE Carson |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:57:31 PM EDT
[#41]
Square toes are gay. Other than that, anything goes.
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Posted: 1/16/2021 4:58:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If I wear a size 11 athletic shoe what size boot? I prefer the traditional toe vs the square. Same here, and I've found that the off the rack 11D work best for me. But i agree with others that it's best to try them on in a store if possible. I too prefer traditional toes, and not a fan of square toes personally. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:02:20 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Lucchese ropers. This. Esp if you’re tall, or fly. Made by an old company the old way, in America. Can be worn with suits. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:03:48 PM EDT
[#44]
Luchese’s are good, but were bought out by Justin a while back and the quality has dropped. Double H’s are great and durable, made in USA, but I’ve not found a pair that doesn’t pinch my feet. That might be me buying the wrong width though.
I recently picked up a pair of Blackjack boots. Handmade in Texas, leather sole (which I prefer), and very comfortable. Most comfortable boots I’ve ever had, actually. I just bought a goat skin roper, not the exotic or anything. $350ish I think. They were started by the former head of Luchese’s handmade division who got fed up with Justin’s drop in quality control. http://www.blackjackboots.net/ |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:05:24 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This. Esp if you're tall, or fly. Made by an old company the old way, in America. Can be worn with suits. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Lucchese ropers. This. Esp if you're tall, or fly. Made by an old company the old way, in America. Can be worn with suits.  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:05:51 PM EDT
[#46]
Tecovas if you are particularly susceptible to Facebook marketing
Anderson Bean Luchesse Fenoglio if you want something from a family shop that won’t break the bank |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:05:56 PM EDT
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OP,Tony Lama used to offer a black label kangaroo, made in the USA, that came in black and in tan. I don't know if they still make those, but IMO they would be a great do everything, quality, first time US made boot. Many boot nuts think kangaroo is some of the most comfortable and durable wearing hide.
I fear boot making in the US is dying, and the pickings will only continue to get thinner as time goes on. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:07:02 PM EDT
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I have owned 2 pair of Justin's.
They served me well for 35 years. |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:07:49 PM EDT
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Im simple, pair of ariat square toes and im good. I wear them to work, night out, church, hunting etc.
$200 |
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Posted: 1/16/2021 5:10:41 PM EDT
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I've been wearing boots for 50 years, and would recommend that if you are only going to have 1 pair that you get a dressier rubber soled boot or a hybrid leather/rubber sole.
Look at the Caiman boots in the 3rd pic, exotic leather but comfortable and durable hybrid sole, I'd go that direction. For $300-$500 i'd look at Luchesse, Justin, Ariat, Double H, Nacona, Dan Post, the proper fit is waaaaay more important than the brand.  Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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