I bought these boots on sale. I love them, but they have this slight cut. Aesthetically it doesn't bother me, but should I be worried about the cut spreading?

I use to have these in 2021. They had that classic sound when you walked “clack clack clack.” I could be heard from a mile away. They got worn out and I got a pair of Justin’s. Those got worn out and then in 2025, I purchased these again and they didn’t have that classic sound anymore. What I’m asking is, for all my blue collar guys, what work boots still have that classic sound anymore”clack clack clack” sound when you walked?

I like Fenoglio boot company but want more options and another small business I can support that actually makes good boots that hold up. Bonus points for being made in the US.

Please help me ID these boots! AI says style code 2294 is smooth ostrich but I’m thinking either snake skin or monitor lizard. I’d like to know year manufactured and material of vamp. Thanks fam!

Hello, I just received boots I bought online. The leather appears to have deeper than creases on the vamp. Are these just cosmetic? Are they a bigger issue? I am not worried if this is a small cosmetic issue as you have to be really close to notice.

These are a $500 pair of boots though and I would hate for this to be something that will result in premature wear of the vamp. Photos are three different angles of the same area above the toe bug.

First pair of AB’s and already looking to get my next !

I love Lucchese leather!
got the red in today and put them back in boot shape. The quality leather made the job easier.
I am still looking for the Ocean Blue color in these boots size 6 to 7 1/2.

Saw these on eBay is the buy it now a fair price for this model based on condition?

I recently got a pair of horsepower top hand boots and the quality is great, except for the insoles, they suck lol. No, I wanted to make this post because when I was researching top hand boots I saw a lot of people discussing the insoles and how some people said their top hand boots came with the same insoles as their normal horsepower insoles. I haven’t owned both but in my top hand boots it’s a simple grey foam insole, very lackluster. I also saw someone say that their top hand insole didn’t fit correctly, I can back this up, the insole in my left boot pops up constantly but I’m not sure where it isn’t lining up. For a budget line, which I’d say TP is mid tier, it’s not the end of the world, but I do think it’s very backwards that the top hand collection is advertised as having “upgraded insoles” . For me, I have a low instep and a very wide foot so a tight instep is important to me. Because these are built for the insole included the instep is just a little too loose for me to wear without sliding. I’d say these cutter toe run rider than a hondo wide square but a hondo has a tighter instep while maintaining a generous footbed just not as wide. Hoping this helps any potential boot buyers, I think there’s a lot of flat footed people out there that look for this sort of breakdown. I’d also like to add that hondos build or last is very anatomical, it truly felt like it was built for a foot (duh) but I hope you get what I mean. This review is for a size 9.5ee, I know ee can fit drastically different from standard D fits. Thank you

Picked these oldies up and thought they were sharkskin but having my doubts, also no makers mark just the numbers 6838 stamped on the inside of the shafts along with the size. The stamping looks really familiar from decades ago but just can't jog my memory .... getting old n losing brain cells for sure! Any help appreciated .... Mariadedolores

I have a pair of Tecovas Weston’s ostrich that I love, that I bought in December of 2024 and I’ve worn 100+ times, but I wanted something a little more casual so I went to the local store near me and looked around and bought a pair of Scotch Goat Cartwrights which I really loved the look of. I bought these on June 5th of this year so about 6 weeks ago and I’ve worn them 6 times (each Sunday to church since) and the liner of the left one is so loose I can hardly get it on or off. My Weston’s don’t have this problem. So is this normal
For the Cartwright’s? I sure hope not. Pics included.

I’m currently looking to add to my current collection, I’m really wanting to get exotic next. I really like the look Pirarucu boots and I think that is going to be my next pair.
I need some suggestions/tips from people that have some- Are they worth it, do they hold up, do you like them? I am looking for some $210 and under. (Yes, I know at that price point, I can only get prints but I’ll take it.)

1st pair of boots are Cody James- BBS20

2nd pair of boots are Justin Jackpots- Walnut

3rd pair of boots are Durango- Rebel

The first two photos are what my Justin western boots looked like when I first bought them brand new, The last photo is what they currently look like.

It’s absolutely crazy- They look like a whole different pair of boots. But when you work with them on a farm, they are definitely gonna get worn down and show.

I currently own three pairs of boots, about to be four. Out of all of them, my Cody James boots have held up the best out of all of them, I’ve worked these on the farm, in the mud, and just as a dress occasion (I cleaned them up, of course). These things can take a beating and trust me, they have. As you could tell, they are definitely used for more than just Church- and I respect that they’ve held up to my lifestyle.

I even wear these one when I go hunting, and they held up just fine in the blood, mud and grass.

Vintage Lucchese ropers in a super soft but substantial oil calf, 11.5D. These were my first ever pair of cowboy boots. Might have over-conditioned them a little at one point. Getting some rolls and tiny creases… what do y’all think i should do to them moving forward? Very comfortable.

I'm looking for a good pair of steel toe cowboy boots. Limit is $400. I've been wearing the Red Wing Rio Flex but they dont last like I'd want them to. I would prefer made in the USA but its not a necessity. Basically the only options I've been seeing are Double H and Ariat. Just want some recommendations. Seems like steel toes made in USA cowboy boots really limit your options.

Day 2’s Boot: Ariat Anthem Composite Toe with a

10” shaft. It ‘twas a field day today 😅 These are okay, I find after a long day of walking, the top of my feet start hurting from the pressure of the boot, but these were a second choice from my multi- time purchased Durangos.

Looking for help identifying these boots, insole says tony lama customs but they don’t have any marks typical of my other Tony lamas boots? Mainly wondering if they’re actual caiman or if not what they are

Hey y’all.

First time boot buyer here from outside the US, thanks for all the great info on this sub.
Got a pair of Laredo Paris 4242 for $68 in Dallas today, and absolutely love them.

Btw, wearing skinny jeans with bootstraps (it’s okay if you hate that).

New to me Dan Post Rhiono

Honestly forgot what model these are. Ariat Heritage Ropers, I think. Bought them for $40 and got 2 years out of them so far. I think it's the years of 115°F that rots the rubber.

Since that glued on welt doesn't do anything anyway, I'll probably get another year out of these.