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sierra11b · 13 July 2012, 04:41 PM

I know a lot here enjoy finer shoes but I haven't come across any boot threads.

I've always had an interest in purchasing a nice comfortable pair of handmade cowboy boots. Nothing gaudy... just superb craftsman ship all around in a nice pair of roper style boots that can be dressed up or down.

A friend of mine suggested Black Jack boots which look great but am wondering what else is out there?

East Bay Rider · 13 July 2012, 08:49 PM

I also dream of someday owning a nice pair of custom boots. My style of choice is the harness style. To me, they just look business, not fancy.
Here are a list of some of the companies I know of. There are several boot threads here.
Search them out and read the recommendations.

http://www.blucherboots.com/index.html

http://www.timsboots.com/

http://www.lucchese.com/

http://www.paulbondboots.com/

http://www.tonylama.com/en/index.html

http://www.thefryecompany.com/mens-boots/

http://danpostboots.com/dan-post-men-view-all.html

http://www.daytonboots.com/front

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php

https://webstore.technologyservicesm...=1&Item_ID=242

http://www.cowboyboots.com/custom.html

dddrees · 13 July 2012, 09:14 PM

I'd highly recommend http://www.lucchese.com/.

HERITAGE82 · 10 October 2012, 07:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

I'd highly recommend http://www.lucchese.com/.

X 2....IMHO The most comfortable!

Lisa · 14 July 2012, 12:16 AM

There are a number of boot thread here... but I'm too lazy to look. Maybe I'll go serve on a jury instead.

Ha! Just kidding!

sierra11b · 14 July 2012, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lisa

There are a number of boot thread here... but I'm too lazy to look. Maybe I'll go serve on a jury instead.

Ha! Just kidding!

unclesallie · 12 October 2012, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lisa

There are a number of boot thread here... but I'm too lazy to look. Maybe I'll go serve on a jury instead.

Ha! Just kidding!

Lisa:

you rascal you!

BarkMaster · 14 July 2012, 12:21 AM

J.B. Hill

zeuloa · 14 July 2012, 12:55 AM

Depends if you want custom made or not. If not, Lucchese makes a great boot.

If you want custom, there are many excellent boot makers with plenty of them in Texas. I would recommend some research (I could recommend a few), and when you choose one contact them and possibly fly out for measurements. With the best custom boot makers it could be 6 months to a year before you get your boots.

2th Dr · 12 October 2012, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zeuloa

Depends if you want custom made or not. If not, Lucchese makes a great boot.

If you want custom, there are many excellent boot makers with plenty of them in Texas. I would recommend some research (I could recommend a few), and when you choose one contact them and possibly fly out for measurements. With the best custom boot makers it could be 6 months to a year before you get your boots.

Lucchese Classics ARE custom hand-made.

psv · 14 July 2012, 01:09 AM

Easy, get on a plane over the Austin, TX, enjoy some good BBQ and head over to Heritage Boots on Congress Ave. Fab handmade boots and not even that expensive. Don't take my word for it http://www.forbes.com/sites/larryolm...buy-right-now/

gwalker · 14 July 2012, 01:28 AM

I had a pair of Tony Lamas when I used to ride back in AL. Great boots. I have a few friends with some very expensive handmade boots. I thought when the OP said boot he might be talking about regular boots. In that case hand made/hand measured Gokey boots are IMHO the best everyday boot ever made. Got a pair when I was 17 and still wear them all winter. My uncle has has a pair for 25+ years and my grandfather has had a pair since the 70s. Still perfect shape.

Sixshooter · 14 July 2012, 01:47 AM

Sorry these pictures are pretty bad. But it shows my custom boot selection. I have always been a big fan of handmade boots and I use the heck out of them.

2th Dr · 14 July 2012, 02:11 AM

Lucchese for me!

sierra11b · 14 July 2012, 02:53 AM

Thanks for all the links everyone!

I've also been pretty keen on a pair of Alden Indy Boots in color8 shell cordovan. Not cowboy boots but pretty darn nice!

warren G. · 14 July 2012, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sierra11b

Thanks for all the links everyone!

I've also been pretty keen on a pair of Alden Indy Boots in color8 shell cordovan. Not cowboy boots but pretty darn nice!

I agree. Alden is my to go brand for boots.

My Indy is not #8 shell, but I still really love the leather.

sierra11b · 14 July 2012, 03:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warren G.

I agree. Alden is my to go brand for boots.

My Indy is not #8 shell, but I still really love the leather.

I will have to get both a pair of cowboy boots and those Indys. Do you think the Shell Indys would go with dark denim?

warren G. · 14 July 2012, 03:09 AM

yes!!

#8 / burgundy is such a versatile color.

This is my really old pair of Florsheim #8 longwing.
This shoe is almost 40 years old....

Texican · 14 July 2012, 07:35 AM

Store bought...always Tony Llama. Custom...only Paul Bond!

Runnin' Rebel · 17 July 2012, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warren G.

yes!!

#8 / burgundy is such a versatile color.

This is my really old pair of Florsheim #8 longwing.
This shoe is almost 40 years old....

I have Florsheim, most comfortable shoes I wear. Actually have 2 pairs exactly alike, I rotate them like my watches. Gives then a chance to air out .

ippon20 · 18 July 2012, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warren G.

yes!!

#8 / burgundy is such a versatile color.

This is my really old pair of Florsheim #8 longwing.
This shoe is almost 40 years old....

Love mine, although not shell but they have lasted me 10+ years. Recently had my buddy put a custom key lime colored sole on em!

lavaman · 14 July 2012, 09:11 AM

Luchesse but yes on that boot shop in Austin!

yessir69 · 14 July 2012, 01:11 PM

I've always bought mine here:
http://littlejoesboots.net/

watchf · 14 July 2012, 01:17 PM

I have a pair of red wings bought around 1999/2000 and have a number of cheap dress boots for work that isn't worth mentioning its make. I have a pair of Lucchese coming in soon.

JohnAndrew · 16 July 2012, 07:58 AM

I like boots:

By johnandrew at 2011-11-06

Silvio Mosiello · 16 July 2012, 08:01 AM

Nice John Andrew!

JohnBoy · 16 July 2012, 02:14 PM

I have a pair of Frye's (20 + years old) and couple of pairs of really comfortable (but worn) Noconas of the deer tanned leather. Now considering picking up a pair of Los Altos ostrich - maybe a little dressier to go with the black-dialed Rolexes.

Skip Greenwade · 17 July 2012, 12:05 PM

Nocona makes a great boot. You can't go wrong with ostrich - kinda like a Rolex in that you can dress 'em up or dress 'em down and they always look good!

Best,
Skip

rodrob59 · 17 July 2012, 12:18 PM

Does anyone wear riding or polo boots for regular wear? I like the lower (roper) heel but would like a higher boot. I don't know if they're comfortable at all and pretty expensive to experiment. Thanks for any advise.

zeuloa · 17 July 2012, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rodrob59

Does anyone wear riding or polo boots for regular wear? I like the lower (roper) heel but would like a higher boot. I don't know if they're comfortable at all and pretty expensive to experiment. Thanks for any advise.

I believe the type of boot you are describing is popular in Spain, in the bullfighting circles. A few friends of mine in South America that are involved in bullfighting wear these type of boots.

13 July 2012, 04:41 PM	#1
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	Let's talk boots I know a lot here enjoy finer shoes but I haven't come across any boot threads. I've always had an interest in purchasing a nice comfortable pair of handmade cowboy boots. Nothing gaudy... just superb craftsman ship all around in a nice pair of roper style boots that can be dressed up or down. A friend of mine suggested Black Jack boots which look great but am wondering what else is out there?

13 July 2012, 08:49 PM	#2
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,110	I also dream of someday owning a nice pair of custom boots. My style of choice is the harness style. To me, they just look business, not fancy. Here are a list of some of the companies I know of. There are several boot threads here. Search them out and read the recommendations. http://www.blucherboots.com/index.html http://www.timsboots.com/ http://www.lucchese.com/ http://www.paulbondboots.com/ http://www.tonylama.com/en/index.html http://www.thefryecompany.com/mens-boots/ http://danpostboots.com/dan-post-men-view-all.html http://www.daytonboots.com/front http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php https://webstore.technologyservicesm...=1&Item_ID=242 http://www.cowboyboots.com/custom.html __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

13 July 2012, 09:14 PM	#3
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	I'd highly recommend http://www.lucchese.com/. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

14 July 2012, 03:09 AM	#18
warren G. "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Watch: Speedmaster 3861 Posts: 1,925	yes!! #8 / burgundy is such a versatile color. This is my really old pair of Florsheim #8 longwing. This shoe is almost 40 years old.... __________________ De gustibus non est disputandum.

14 July 2012, 07:35 AM	#19
Texican "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Scotty Location: Texas Watch: 1680 Red, 5512 Posts: 230	Store bought...always Tony Llama. Custom...only Paul Bond! __________________

14 July 2012, 12:16 AM	#5
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	There are a number of boot thread here... but I'm too lazy to look. Maybe I'll go serve on a jury instead. Ha! Just kidding!

14 July 2012, 12:21 AM	#8
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	J.B. Hill __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

14 July 2012, 12:55 AM	#9
zeuloa "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jose Location: Here Watch: SEA-DWELLER Posts: 2,232	Depends if you want custom made or not. If not, Lucchese makes a great boot. If you want custom, there are many excellent boot makers with plenty of them in Texas. I would recommend some research (I could recommend a few), and when you choose one contact them and possibly fly out for measurements. With the best custom boot makers it could be 6 months to a year before you get your boots.

14 July 2012, 01:09 AM	#11
psv "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,077	Easy, get on a plane over the Austin, TX, enjoy some good BBQ and head over to Heritage Boots on Congress Ave. Fab handmade boots and not even that expensive. Don't take my word for it http://www.forbes.com/sites/larryolm...buy-right-now/

14 July 2012, 01:28 AM	#12
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	I had a pair of Tony Lamas when I used to ride back in AL. Great boots. I have a few friends with some very expensive handmade boots. I thought when the OP said boot he might be talking about regular boots. In that case hand made/hand measured Gokey boots are IMHO the best everyday boot ever made. Got a pair when I was 17 and still wear them all winter. My uncle has has a pair for 25+ years and my grandfather has had a pair since the 70s. Still perfect shape.

14 July 2012, 02:11 AM	#14
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Lucchese for me!

14 July 2012, 02:53 AM	#15
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	Thanks for all the links everyone! I've also been pretty keen on a pair of Alden Indy Boots in color8 shell cordovan. Not cowboy boots but pretty darn nice!

14 July 2012, 09:11 AM	#22
lavaman Banned Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Airport Watch: what happens next Posts: 1,942	Luchesse but yes on that boot shop in Austin!

14 July 2012, 01:11 PM	#23
yessir69 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,307	I've always bought mine here: http://littlejoesboots.net/

14 July 2012, 01:17 PM	#24
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	I have a pair of red wings bought around 1999/2000 and have a number of cheap dress boots for work that isn't worth mentioning its make. I have a pair of Lucchese coming in soon.

16 July 2012, 07:58 AM	#25
JohnAndrew "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: John Location: Florida Panhandle Watch: 16800, 16803,79170 Posts: 1,428	I like boots: By johnandrew at 2011-11-06

16 July 2012, 08:01 AM	#26
Silvio Mosiello "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Matthew Location: Miami/NY Watch: the shoes. Posts: 3,482	Nice John Andrew!

16 July 2012, 02:14 PM	#27
JohnBoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: Seattle, WA USA Watch: Rolex - a few! Posts: 1,472	I have a pair of Frye's (20 + years old) and couple of pairs of really comfortable (but worn) Noconas of the deer tanned leather. Now considering picking up a pair of Los Altos ostrich - maybe a little dressier to go with the black-dialed Rolexes.

17 July 2012, 12:05 PM	#28
Skip Greenwade "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Crosby, Texas Watch: Too Many to List! Posts: 201	Nocona makes a great boot. You can't go wrong with ostrich - kinda like a Rolex in that you can dress 'em up or dress 'em down and they always look good! Best, Skip

17 July 2012, 12:18 PM	#29
rodrob59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Rod Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: YG DD 18238 Posts: 1,540	Does anyone wear riding or polo boots for regular wear? I like the lower (roper) heel but would like a higher boot. I don't know if they're comfortable at all and pretty expensive to experiment. Thanks for any advise. __________________ I ask you to judge me by the enemies I have made. -Franklin D. Roosevelt

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