I used to wear cowboy boots (they were Justin's Western Bay Apache) when I was 20. I wore them while cutting hair. My feet felt... good. I really liked the arch support. It also seem to help my posture a little bit. Plus, no laces, so I didn't get hairs working it's way into my socks. I stopped because of very stupid reason. There was a girl I really liked and she didn't dig them. Now, I am thinking about wearing them again.
I used to wear cowboy boots from time to time maybe two to three times a week but my now recent ex-wife always made fun of me and hated cowboy boots so I quit and I am now getting back into it
I was given (from mum) a pair of Tony Lama (eland leather) "seconds" that got me through High School, two university degrees, and lots of work. They lasted about 25 years. I went through three soles (that I can remember) and countless heels. When going through the airport the boots had to be scanned - the heel had become solid nails. I've just ordered a replacement pair.
Thanks for the advice!! I definitely need to get some new boots. I bought the ariat composite toe cowboy boots for a job I had a few years ago. They have done me great so far. I've only had to remove the original insole for a... we'll say aftermarket. I need something for going out on the town now lol. My cowboy hat has gotten me many compliments so far. So glad I dropped the T-shirt/sweatpants life. Yes, I'm a "all hat, no cattle" cowboy.
Glad my video was useful! you can buy ariat insoles from amazon, thats what I do. Its nice aint it! haha you aint gotta be a cowboy to wear cowboy attire
Decent video for those buying boots for style, but obviously not a working cowboy. Two major considerations for cowboys or western riders: leather soles and rounded toes. Leather soles keep you from getting hung up in the stirrup if you need to bail off a horse or if your half thrown and need to get clear. They’ll slide out where a rubber sole will stick and get you hurt. Rounded toe slides into the stirrups easy, making it easier to recover a lost stirrup while on the move. Both serious safety concerns for a rider. And you can wipe the mud and manure off and still do a good two step!
Exactly I completely agree. I get buckaroo boots to get a western heel and a round toe.I wish they still made boots like they did 15 or 20 years ago.Then I could still get cowboy boots like the buckaroo round toe boots but with shorter tops.
I live and work on a horse ranch in AZ. I have maybe 15 pair of cowboy boots. 3 are too worn out to wear an need fixed, two don't fit with winter sox so are summer boots, only one is nice enough to wear to dinner and all of them are what are called "rider boots" so have a tall heel and are made for spurs. These are tools around here just like a tractor or a saddle. I like Ariat, Double H, and Lucchese boots. My wife and my girlfriends say narrow square toe are the most sexy...
Conditioning boots is very important in order to prevent cracking. I use Bick 4 leather conditioner on my leather and exotic boots. Once my boots start looking dull, it's time to condition them. I love my Justin ostrich ropers because they're so comfortable.
I have boots that are 40 years old and still look great! I can't imagine what you are buying that "cracking" is an issue???? Your choice of Bick 4 is a good one though. That's been the only thing I have used since I found it years ago. In the dozen (or more) pairs that I own, there are no so-called exotics since they just don't hold up well. Also, I never wear any of my boots in wet weather/rain as this is sure to ruin the soles before their time.
Rough out is the pretty grain side is in the boot with the fibrous back facing out, suede they removed the top grain leaving the fibrous back and suede can be torn and pulled apart with your hands if there is nothing glued on the back side to support it.
I'm a noob when it comes to buying Cowboy boots never owned 1 but I'm buying 1 soon at boot barn here in the bay area.... with your videos gives me the confidence.... 👌👍🍻 Thanks bro...
If you want rubber soles make sure the boot has a 270 degree Goodyear wwelt that makes it easy to resole it. New Tecovas banderas in chocolate bison is shipped.
I'm still warring my Durango Boots I got way back in 1987, and they look like I just got bought them down from the shelf. A really really really good boot.
They way you can tell if boots fit is if they have a good pop when you put them on if the boots to small or to big you won't get the pop. Also edit boots alwasw come big if you wear a size 12 shoe you probably wear a 11.5 to an 11 in boots. I wear a 15 shoe and a 14 boot some times even 13 with some brands. I works at reams boots and jeans and I tell ppl this all the time boots come big.
You forgot to talk about the unique part of the cowboy boot! The shank! Some boot manufactures still use steel, be sure to remove your boots for metal detectors! Which is your favorite boot brand?
You are right, i did forget. I dont get ariats because they cheap out on the shank and I had 3 boots start squeaking because the shank broke. Favorite boot brand is hard because there are a lot of brands like chisos tecovas that I like but I have always been a fan of justin's and my everyday boots are the nocona dallas boot.
@@smackdadious 😬 You're gonna hate me, Ariat's are my go-to boot🤣🤣🤣 At one point I had around 12 pair. Never threw any out (but did sell them when I moved) My current pair is over 10 years old 👢 While I don't care for the manufacturing being out sourced, I've never had them pop a shank! I still have my Justin wedding boots though! LOL I'm on the hunt to buy another pair soon, but this Boot Barn store that popped up only has wide square toe THAT'S THE ONLY TOE THEY CARRIED IN THE ENTIRE STORE. It's sad when the locals are replaced with corporate retailers
@@brookotastackstore6216 haha I have heard ariats lasting a long time for my friends but it never works for me lol. Nice. and yeah that is anoying that the national stores only carry one toe, I aint much a fan of wide square toe. I suppose that is one reason why the custom made boot industry still exists, no where what it used to be granted, but still there to fill a need! also the rise of the internet based companies like tecovas gaining footing in the industry helps diversify the selection too.
@@smackdadious I'll check out tecovas, last time I tried to order boots online, my bank called me with a suspicious activities alert📢 🤷♀️ It just wasn't meant to be
@@brookotastackstore6216 Yeah, I like getting my boots in person but I have ordered online before. luckily for the Tecovas the have a couple stores now and I was able to get to one to get the boots.
The very best pair of cowboy boots I ever had was a Dan Post and it was made with baby buffalo they were like house slippers. They were so comfortable there was no breaking. I never wanted to take them off I would take afternoon naps and wake up and I never took my boots off all day they felt so good and comfortable. I wore them until the souls had a hole in him and finally that he'll fell off of 1. Still I had them resold and new heels and more than another 20 years finally I had to throw them away it was the saddest day of my life.
I wore my black dan posts with black dress pants, dark red dress shirt and tie. To a wedding reception and someone pointed out the fact I was wearing boots, In a complementary kind of way. I wore my same black boots to a job interview one time, I'm not sure if anyone noticed or not.
Yeah ive worn boots to a few weddings and to several interviews. Nobody said anything, mainly because half of the time other people were doing the same thing. Now my cowboy hat is a different story lol
I found this channel after I bought my first pair of cowboy Roper style boots and they are so comfortable great video and it's important because I was about to make a huge mistake😅 but first pair of boots are much more comfortable then my sneakers., I did buy a boot-jack because I due to stroke my left side is a little bit weaker. But these boots are perfect
I still remember that brain fart I had a while back. I know - it’s branded into my brain pretty much - that leather soles are slippery. I decided to walk on carpet in brand new boots and ate the wall and carpet. 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
For dudes, should/ could pants ever be tucked into the boot? like what if you are working around a lot of mud? Could you tuck you jeans in? What about trouser choice?
I like wearing a pair of old Cowhide Leather Boots, if I was on a ranch, When I was at bar I n Tucson Az., Extioc Cowboy Boots at night at a bar drinking a beer, and smoking Cigar.
I like good riding boots. I have bought some boots from retail stores, but the best boots I own are custom made boots for me from a real good riding boots maker. My boots last me a long time as I keep my riding boots only for horse riding and normal shoes (always leather) for other things.
I wish I had, had a friend or someone to guide me when I bought my first pair of boots back in my early 20s, over the years I've had to figure out all this stuff on my own, which ended up meaning selling some pairs on eBay and rebuying. It was like playing The Legend Zelda for the first few times, without a strategy guide. I've had to use insoles in a few pairs, because I have narrow feet but not narrow enough to need a narrow size, which in men's boots isn't too common. What kind of beer you got there?
I feel you, it took me a while to figure it out, and I am still learning. Nice analogy, it is a lot like that haha. I started with a Budweiser and then switched to a Ranch Water seltzer, that particular one is by Lone River. Not bad, can definitely taste the agave in it. Karbach has a ranch water that I really like, it tastes like good sparkling water and no alcohol.
@@smackdadious I'm 41, I've been wearing boots on a regular basis since my late mid 20s. In another video, you described it as like wearing a suit, it just makes you feel different. I've never done Cowboy boots suit yet.. but I have done dress pants, shirt/tie, and boots a couple times. Ah ok, a little bit of variety there with the beverages. Try some Polish or Czech beer sometime, a lot of good ones to choose from.
@@kingkat8080 nice! Oh yeah, they do make yah feel different. Also wearing cowboy boots with a suit i think is better than dress shoes, just a personal opinion. Ill give it a try someday, always like trying new things when it comes to alcohol
Hey everyone, I am looking to buy my first pair of boots I like quality so I definitely want to have a look at the real thing. I would like hem to have those beautiful flame tings on the side, regular smooth lather and I have to be able to fit my arch supports in there. Does anyone have a tip what brands to look for in Europe?
I used to wear Justin, but now I wear Double H. They're both good, not too expensive, but I have found that Double H last longer. I've only had to buy two pair in the last 12 years, and I wear mine really hard. I hope this helps.
That depends, if 10 is your foot size and your width is D and the boots width is D. Keep that size, and brands have different sizing. And I cant size down due to my jacked up toes, im a b width so most boots dont fit me right. Id go try on a couple of boots to see what fits best
Use to wear cowboy boots all the time. However i wonder with mt workouts if my calves got bigger with leg days. Curious if im normally a 11 and half what size should i get? I even tried 12-14 boot. Thanks.
Love this video! Only question I have is how do I prevent rubbing on my shin? I have 3 pairs and they all after awhile rub really bad on the side of my leg. Any advice on how to prevent that?
Boots last for years! The materials wont degrade over time if you dont put them in corrosive conditions ie barnyard and drenching them with gasoline. Now reptile leather needs to be conditioned to keep the areas inbetween the scales hydrated and not crack
Bought a pair of Coty James that had a latex insole, unknown to me, causing a horrific allergic reaction. Bought ridgid, leather covered insoles, problem solved. Just keep this in mind if you have a latex allergy.
Great job with this video brother! How do you like that suede Tecovas? I am a big fan of their boots. I have 7 pairs. I like the look of the suede but don't enjoy cleaning it so I have stayed away but I am thinking about getting a pair and hardly ever wearing them.
I like them, but yeah keeping them clean can be a hassle. I wear them scarcely and not when its raining. I get you, why get a pair if you aint gonna wear it. While they can be a hassle to clean they are a nice pair, and I wear them on occasion. I wear them more than my exotics cause i mainly wear them for special occasions cause i dont want to mess em up lol
Good videos, new subscriber here, i wear some pointy Sendra brand here but most square point more for a city... i love your boots and big fan of those american boots, love them in every way. Greetings from Valencia, Spain
Tecovas, tecovas.sjv.io/e4Y4O1 Old gringo, Nocona, Justin All these have been discontinued and can be found here and there but not in their website the last time I checked
@@gustavomdz17 yep, all except the Tecovas. The Johnny suede are still being sold. I linked it in the previous comment The Justins are the bent rail Keaton cognac The Noconas are the Dallas And I never got the name for the old gringo caiman print boots Now you can find them in a store here and there but they stopped selling them online on their website a long time ago. Maybe they changed but I doubt they bring them back
I'm about to buy my first cowboy boot. I saw one in town, and every important thing you said you want going on the inside was perfect but.. My ankle was touching the side of the the boot quiet ...... obviously 👀🤷🏻♂️ It didn't hurt, I didn't really feld pressure, but it was very noticeable. (definitely never had it with a regular shoe) Is this okay, normal? The guy in the store told my it just needs to be broken in at that exact place. Was he right? Further on.. Great video and very informative! 👌
I dont know if ive ever noticed it. Ive had some that folded and started digging into my ankle, but that was because they were too big. Idk probably wouldn't be an issue but i could be wrong
Normally my boot size is a 9, had a pair of suede pointed toe boots size 8.5 from years back now they're a really tight painful squeeze on the toes, anything i can do? I figure a pair of boot stretchers might b the only solution. I'm hoping a boot stretcher will make them a size bigger i.e 9..................................liked and subscribed!
Sorry for the late response, and probably not the answer you were wanting to hear. When the boot is tight in the toe box, that will not stretch and will be that tight. A boot stretcher will make the boot wider and possibly give more room in the instep.
@@doozer3297 yeah man, medium round and the j toe are my favorite. I might get a snip toe for an exotic like a alligator or rattlesnake but that is about it. The second pair of boots are Justin bent rail Keaton konnic boots. I probably botched the spelling. been a while since I bought them lol. I got them because I wanted a rubber sole boot that a cobbler could repair. It is actually mostly rubber, just has a really cool inlay of a different rubber.
@@doozer3297 they should be, judging bythe brass nails in the sole your local cobbler might not be able to get the same sole though. I would talk to a local cobbler or someone who resoles shoes before getting them for that sole purpose. Its been a while since i did my research and asked my local boot repair shop on these and it is always possible i got something wrong and I would hate for you to make a purchase off a faulty recommendation on my end. I made a video on these boots a long time ago. I think it was my first boot related video i did. That might have more information on it, but i dont know how deep i went into the specifics on the boot.
I dont really have a favorite brand. There are a lot of boots that I need to try first. Im not big on roper boots, mainly because I like the taller underslung heel. I like j toe or medium round toe best i think
I would go true to size. A lot of boot brands have been getting better about being true to size But boots have a length and a width measurement, a lot of brands have free returns or try on in store to really get a feel of what boots size you'll need
The light brown j toe boots that have the rubber sole are Justin's The medium round light brown are Noconas, the suede are Tecovas. And the dark brown are old gringo by cavenders
Hi my ankle tends to roll real easy should I steer clear of cowboy boots or might they help with this problem any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
It depends. A shorter heel might help, but you have to make sure you have the right size. If the width is not correct your feet will be moving a bit. Ive rolled my ankle once with an older pair of boots (wasnt that bad cause i just walked it off) but those boots don't fit me the best. If you get a correct fitting pair of cowboy boots they will support your ankles
@@smackdadious awesome thanks for the info I'm going tomorrow to try and find what my size is I haven't worn a pair since I was a teenager and fractured or broke my ankle. That was in Sneakers though lol thanks again
@@Thug2u of course man, feet trouble and bad fitting footwear can ruin a day. Make sure to have them use a brannock device, foot measurement device to get the length and the width. If it doesnt feel good from the start, dont get it. It should feel snug at the ball of the foot and instep. No pain or discomfort in the toes and a little bit of heel slip (thats because of the hard outsole, will get better with time) but obviously not so much that it doesnt feel supported. Let me know if you find a good pair!
@@smackdadious awesome advice I completely forgot about those foot measure gadgets I used to see them every time I went in a shoe store not so much anymore but I'm sure this local boot store should definitely have one. Man I will keep all this in mind and hopefully walk out with a great pair of boots. your the best!!!
Finally made it to the boot outlet near me and picked up some Dan post round toe boots love em so far but after 3 days the snug Ness at the widest part or my foot went away so that has me worried also probably over payed at $250 but they look exactly like the grayish brown pair at beginning of this video. Thanks for your help I'm a boot man from here on.
So can i buy foam insoles for leather sole boots? I tried on a few and it felt like i was walking on concrete. Im used to work boots and adding new foam insoles which help a ton.
I prefer Tony Lama,Dan Post ,and Justin boots with a leather sole and a rider heel,half round or pointed toe for dress boots.Don't care for the square toe they look like someone chopped the boot in half off on the end,Lol.
I’ll be moving to Oklahoma soon there’s a tecovas shop should I just go there to get boots? Also what jeans should I wear with boots. I always struggle with jeans because I’m 5’5 and the length is always too long
im sure there are a bunch of great boot shops up there but yeah I like tecovas boots. I wear wrangler jeans. mostly cowboy cut or retro strait cut. if they are too long get a shorter inseam size. there is waist and inseam sizes when you buy jeans and they have different sizes
Hey I was wondering what brand and style of cowboy boots we the the first pair boots were you holding and its the one that looks like a gold color and it has a leather sole??
well the first one i picked up in this video at 0:54 is the Nocona Dallas boot. It is a cowboy style aka taller and underslung heel and taller shaft than a roper. yes it has a leather sole
I'd rather have a boot that's a size and a half to big than one that is even a little tighte . I always order a size that I know will fit or be just a lttle big. I almost never end up with a boot I can't wear anymore . besides the US ARMY can't be wrong when it comes to boots their policy is they issue a size big for an extra pair of socks in cold weather and long marches. The military especially US Army live on their feet
@@TFDStudios … Hey Mark, you can afford anything you want 🤔… You might want to check out Tecova’s. You can’t go wrong. If you don’t like them, they have a stellar return policy as long as you don’t mess them up within 30 days.
Good video. I almost fell on my ass one time when the ground was wet. I learned real quick. When you held up the three boots what skin was the middle boot?
Haha yeah it will get yah if you aint careful. That is actually a caiman print calfskin/cowhide boot. Dont normally get prints but i was broke at the time and it looks really good for a print
@@smackdadious I just can’t justify spending the money to get an actually exotic skin, especially in my current situation, so I have a few different prints that I wear every once in a while. They were cheap, so I don’t expect much our of them. Just bought them for fun
sorry for late response. it depends, you should start out with your shoe size and adjust from there. If you know your foot width that makes the sizing process a lot easier. cowboy boots come in different sizes and widths. The most common for men are D (average)and EE(wide) I wear a B width aka a narrow width and that makes it harder to get a boot that fits me properly. if you can try to go to a place that sells shoes/ boots and ask if they have something like a measuring scale. those scales should tell you the length and width of your foot. once you know your true foot size it will be easier to buy boots. some companies run small, short, wide, narrow. I would recommend trying on boots before buying them unless you know that they will fit or they have a free return policy. the right size is snug on the ball of the foot, not loose on the instep, and have a little heel slip when walking. If you have the "perfect fit" you should hear a pop when you put the boot on. I hope that helps, and I am sorry I got to this so late.
I consider the breaking in process a battle between my foot and the shoe. I've had some close calls but so far my feet have come out on top.
you are a brave man. such a battle can take its toll one even toughest of men
@@smackdadious my mans comin in with the honey suede tecovas johnny, great boots, love mine
looool
@@smackdadious the first boot you showed, what's the brand and name of it
@@Brodystauter45 the Nocona's dallas boot
I used to wear cowboy boots (they were Justin's Western Bay Apache) when I was 20. I wore them while cutting hair. My feet felt... good. I really liked the arch support. It also seem to help my posture a little bit. Plus, no laces, so I didn't get hairs working it's way into my socks.
I stopped because of very stupid reason. There was a girl I really liked and she didn't dig them.
Now, I am thinking about wearing them again.
That’s what she was my man a girl them real women you actually looking for love boots lmao
That’s really funny, I’m 20, I’m a barber n want my first pair right now
@@blazkozfinest3811 Go for it. I got my first since then in November. Best things I have on my feet!
I used to wear cowboy boots from time to time maybe two to three times a week but my now recent ex-wife always made fun of me and hated cowboy boots so I quit and I am now getting back into it
What Cowboy Boots would you think of getting?
I was given (from mum) a pair of Tony Lama (eland leather) "seconds" that got me through High School, two university degrees, and lots of work. They lasted about 25 years. I went through three soles (that I can remember) and countless heels. When going through the airport the boots had to be scanned - the heel had become solid nails. I've just ordered a replacement pair.
I want to see these boots now
@@evancorbett152 - They weren't anywhere near water-tight when I finally threw them out.
Thanks for the advice!! I definitely need to get some new boots. I bought the ariat composite toe cowboy boots for a job I had a few years ago. They have done me great so far. I've only had to remove the original insole for a... we'll say aftermarket. I need something for going out on the town now lol. My cowboy hat has gotten me many compliments so far.
So glad I dropped the T-shirt/sweatpants life. Yes, I'm a "all hat, no cattle" cowboy.
Glad my video was useful! you can buy ariat insoles from amazon, thats what I do. Its nice aint it! haha you aint gotta be a cowboy to wear cowboy attire
Much love to all them urban cowboys out there! I'm one too!
Decent video for those buying boots for style, but obviously not a working cowboy. Two major considerations for cowboys or western riders: leather soles and rounded toes. Leather soles keep you from getting hung up in the stirrup if you need to bail off a horse or if your half thrown and need to get clear. They’ll slide out where a rubber sole will stick and get you hurt. Rounded toe slides into the stirrups easy, making it easier to recover a lost stirrup while on the move. Both serious safety concerns for a rider. And you can wipe the mud and manure off and still do a good two step!
Man thank you for this. Seems like common sense but its this info that I was looking for
Old original style boots were flat toes and the stirrups are bigger then the boots so the toe style is a no issue.
Exactly I completely agree. I get buckaroo boots to get a western heel and a round toe.I wish they still made boots like they did 15 or 20 years ago.Then I could still get cowboy boots like the buckaroo round toe boots but with shorter tops.
Siendo de España no tengo la cultura de las cowboy boots pero me encantan.
Así que tú vídeo me ha resultado de lo más útil.
Thanks
Sendra, botas españolas y son una de las mejores y super bonitas!!! Maravillosas en la realidad. Agarre una!!
I live and work on a horse ranch in AZ. I have maybe 15 pair of cowboy
boots. 3 are too worn out to wear an need fixed, two don't fit with
winter sox so are summer boots, only one is nice enough to wear to
dinner and all of them are what are called "rider boots" so have a tall
heel and are made for spurs. These are tools around here just like a
tractor or a saddle. I like Ariat, Double H, and Lucchese boots. My
wife and my girlfriends say narrow square toe are the most sexy...
Conditioning boots is very important in order to prevent cracking. I use Bick 4 leather conditioner on my leather and exotic boots. Once my boots start looking dull, it's time to condition them. I love my Justin ostrich ropers because they're so comfortable.
I have boots that are 40 years old and still look great! I can't imagine what you are buying that "cracking" is an issue????
Your choice of Bick 4 is a good one though. That's been the only thing I have used since I found it years ago. In the dozen (or more) pairs that I own, there are no so-called exotics since they just don't hold up well. Also, I never wear any of my boots in wet weather/rain as this is sure to ruin the soles before their time.
6:24 snakeskin prints are look so obvious its a print usually 1 reason i spent a little more and got a pair of genuine snakeskin boots
Rough out is the pretty grain side is in the boot with the fibrous back facing out, suede they removed the top grain leaving the fibrous back and suede can be torn and pulled apart with your hands if there is nothing glued on the back side to support it.
I'm a noob when it comes to buying Cowboy boots never owned 1 but I'm buying 1 soon at boot barn here in the bay area.... with your videos gives me the confidence.... 👌👍🍻
Thanks bro...
Awesome! Great choice on gettin a pair! Glad I can help man, no problem at all
Good advice,wish I knew these tips when I got my fist pair.We all learn new things daily! Keep up the good work!
Glad you enjoyed it and found something useful in the video!
If you want rubber soles make sure the boot has a 270 degree Goodyear wwelt that makes it easy to resole it. New Tecovas banderas in chocolate bison is shipped.
I'm still warring my Durango Boots I got way back in 1987, and they look like I just got bought them down from the shelf. A really really really good boot.
They way you can tell if boots fit is if they have a good pop when you put them on if the boots to small or to big you won't get the pop. Also edit boots alwasw come big if you wear a size 12 shoe you probably wear a 11.5 to an 11 in boots. I wear a 15 shoe and a 14 boot some times even 13 with some brands. I works at reams boots and jeans and I tell ppl this all the time boots come big.
Rubber soles CAN be re-soled. Watch Trenton&Heath. Great cobblers !
Recently got Tecova “the doc”absolutely love them.
You forgot to talk about the unique part of the cowboy boot! The shank! Some boot manufactures still use steel, be sure to remove your boots for metal detectors! Which is your favorite boot brand?
You are right, i did forget. I dont get ariats because they cheap out on the shank and I had 3 boots start squeaking because the shank broke. Favorite boot brand is hard because there are a lot of brands like chisos tecovas that I like but I have always been a fan of justin's and my everyday boots are the nocona dallas boot.
@@smackdadious 😬 You're gonna hate me, Ariat's are my go-to boot🤣🤣🤣 At one point I had around 12 pair. Never threw any out (but did sell them when I moved) My current pair is over 10 years old 👢 While I don't care for the manufacturing being out sourced, I've never had them pop a shank! I still have my Justin wedding boots though! LOL I'm on the hunt to buy another pair soon, but this Boot Barn store that popped up only has wide square toe THAT'S THE ONLY TOE THEY CARRIED IN THE ENTIRE STORE. It's sad when the locals are replaced with corporate retailers
@@brookotastackstore6216 haha I have heard ariats lasting a long time for my friends but it never works for me lol. Nice. and yeah that is anoying that the national stores only carry one toe, I aint much a fan of wide square toe. I suppose that is one reason why the custom made boot industry still exists, no where what it used to be granted, but still there to fill a need! also the rise of the internet based companies like tecovas gaining footing in the industry helps diversify the selection too.
@@smackdadious I'll check out tecovas, last time I tried to order boots online, my bank called me with a suspicious activities alert📢 🤷♀️ It just wasn't meant to be
@@brookotastackstore6216 Yeah, I like getting my boots in person but I have ordered online before. luckily for the Tecovas the have a couple stores now and I was able to get to one to get the boots.
The very best pair of cowboy boots I ever had was a Dan Post and it was made with baby buffalo they were like house slippers. They were so comfortable there was no breaking. I never wanted to take them off I would take afternoon naps and wake up and I never took my boots off all day they felt so good and comfortable. I wore them until the souls had a hole in him and finally that he'll fell off of 1. Still I had them resold and new heels and more than another 20 years finally I had to throw them away it was the saddest day of my life.
I have Lucchese baby bison boots also and very comfortable leather. Consider giving them a try.
I wore my black dan posts with black dress pants, dark red dress shirt and tie. To a wedding reception and someone pointed out the fact I was wearing boots, In a complementary kind of way. I wore my same black boots to a job interview one time, I'm not sure if anyone noticed or not.
Yeah ive worn boots to a few weddings and to several interviews. Nobody said anything, mainly because half of the time other people were doing the same thing. Now my cowboy hat is a different story lol
@@smackdadious I'm always the only in boots or damn near close. Oh yeah... I bet the hat does.
I found this channel after I bought my first pair of cowboy Roper style boots and they are so comfortable great video and it's important because I was about to make a huge mistake😅 but first pair of boots are much more comfortable then my sneakers., I did buy a boot-jack because I due to stroke my left side is a little bit weaker. But these boots are perfect
[I, also were spurs with my western cowboy boots here on the farm]👍
Awesome advice, leather sole for me
Thanks. I will be moving from Pennsylvania to Wyoming and with such, I want a great pair of boots
Perfect advice, I found a great pair of Ariat boots using this video and I'm excited to start breaking em in.
Great video, been wearing cowboy boots for forty years but still learned a lot, thanks.
No rubber sole if riding. Leather slides in and out of stirrup much easier.
Dude said dancing lol two step isn’t around here but I do need some boots for my weekend adventures good video!
Very useful information. Thank you
I still remember that brain fart I had a while back. I know - it’s branded into my brain pretty much - that leather soles are slippery. I decided to walk on carpet in brand new boots and ate the wall and carpet. 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
I bet you wont forget it haha trial by fire lol. I came very close several times so dont feel too bad lol
Great video. Just a quick question, what brand and model is the brown boot at 1:58?
I have seen some vintage unbranded ones that I like but I am not sure how comfortable they would fit me.
For dudes, should/ could pants ever be tucked into the boot? like what if you are working around a lot of mud? Could you tuck you jeans in? What about trouser choice?
Yeah, when its really muddy or wet ill tuck my jeans in my boots.
I like wearing a pair of old Cowhide Leather Boots, if I was on a ranch, When I was at bar I n Tucson Az., Extioc Cowboy Boots at night at a bar drinking a beer, and smoking Cigar.
I like cowboy boots, but I like the old school combat boots, so I packer boots.
Just pick'em boots that'll look good on ya. Pick'em pairs that'll kick ass!
I like good riding boots.
I have bought some boots from retail stores, but the best boots I own are custom made boots for me from a real good riding boots maker.
My boots last me a long time as I keep my riding boots only for horse riding and normal shoes (always leather) for other things.
I love the Tony lamas!❤
Like your videos, you always make me laugh...What do you think of Boot Barn Cody James boots?
I wish I had, had a friend or someone to guide me when I bought my first pair of boots back in my early 20s, over the years I've had to figure out all this stuff on my own, which ended up meaning selling some pairs on eBay and rebuying. It was like playing The Legend Zelda for the first few times, without a strategy guide. I've had to use insoles in a few pairs, because I have narrow feet but not narrow enough to need a narrow size, which in men's boots isn't too common. What kind of beer you got there?
I feel you, it took me a while to figure it out, and I am still learning. Nice analogy, it is a lot like that haha. I started with a Budweiser and then switched to a Ranch Water seltzer, that particular one is by Lone River. Not bad, can definitely taste the agave in it. Karbach has a ranch water that I really like, it tastes like good sparkling water and no alcohol.
@@smackdadious I'm 41, I've been wearing boots on a regular basis since my late mid 20s. In another video, you described it as like wearing a suit, it just makes you feel different. I've never done Cowboy boots suit yet.. but I have done dress pants, shirt/tie, and boots a couple times. Ah ok, a little bit of variety there with the beverages. Try some Polish or Czech beer sometime, a lot of good ones to choose from.
@@kingkat8080 nice! Oh yeah, they do make yah feel different. Also wearing cowboy boots with a suit i think is better than dress shoes, just a personal opinion. Ill give it a try someday, always like trying new things when it comes to alcohol
I wish I had a friend
Great clip pardner!
[I, own a western belt bucket that cost me one thousand dollars it's made from 14 ct gold and marble I only were it when I'm going out in town]🙏
Hey everyone, I am looking to buy my first pair of boots I like quality so I definitely want to have a look at the real thing. I would like hem to have those beautiful flame tings on the side, regular smooth lather and I have to be able to fit my arch supports in there. Does anyone have a tip what brands to look for in Europe?
I used to wear Justin, but now I wear Double H. They're both good, not too expensive, but I have found that Double H last longer. I've only had to buy two pair in the last 12 years, and I wear mine really hard. I hope this helps.
That was quite informative. Thanks!
Is it common to size down half a size if you're going going from the classic R toe, to a square toe?
That depends, if 10 is your foot size and your width is D and the boots width is D. Keep that size, and brands have different sizing. And I cant size down due to my jacked up toes, im a b width so most boots dont fit me right. Id go try on a couple of boots to see what fits best
What do you think of Suede Cowboy Boots?
Rite on brotha 👍 been seeking to try out some cowboy boots 💯
Great video thanks for taking the time to educate us!
Use to wear cowboy boots all the time. However i wonder with mt workouts if my calves got bigger with leg days. Curious if im normally a 11 and half what size should i get? I even tried 12-14 boot. Thanks.
Lee Miller guys go to him Texas
Great video!! Thanks for the great advice.
I only have one boot ( the Soto h7001 in brown ) and I've been wearing it for like 3 months and they already feel like a slipper
Love this video! Only question I have is how do I prevent rubbing on my shin? I have 3 pairs and they all after awhile rub really bad on the side of my leg. Any advice on how to prevent that?
try using long socks. I wear calf high socks with all my boots. That fixed the problem for me, hope this is helpful
Dan post boot socks are pretty awesome
How do you keep your toes from being mashed when the toe is so pointy?
Magic lol
But the toe box is elongated to where your toes arent shoved into the toebox. If they are you have a size too small
Jd love your hat where did you get it
I got that rodeo king felt at cavenders
How long do boots last. I have a few pair that I don’t wear often and like to keep nice. Will the materials eventually go bad or disintegrate?
Boots last for years!
The materials wont degrade over time if you dont put them in corrosive conditions ie barnyard and drenching them with gasoline.
Now reptile leather needs to be conditioned to keep the areas inbetween the scales hydrated and not crack
Thanks for the info, knowing the basics before I buy keep the (I should a or would a ) if I knew better, out of my mouth.
Glad you liked it and got something from the video!
Hello loved the video! Is okay to dress like a cowboy even though I am not a cowboy?
Yeah man, wear what you like to wear!
Bought a pair of Coty James that had a latex insole, unknown to me, causing a horrific allergic reaction. Bought ridgid, leather covered insoles, problem solved. Just keep this in mind if you have a latex allergy.
Never heard of a latex insole, very interesting. I aint got a latex allergy, but thanks for the heads up
Great job with this video brother! How do you like that suede Tecovas? I am a big fan of their boots. I have 7 pairs. I like the look of the suede but don't enjoy cleaning it so I have stayed away but I am thinking about getting a pair and hardly ever wearing them.
I like them, but yeah keeping them clean can be a hassle. I wear them scarcely and not when its raining. I get you, why get a pair if you aint gonna wear it. While they can be a hassle to clean they are a nice pair, and I wear them on occasion. I wear them more than my exotics cause i mainly wear them for special occasions cause i dont want to mess em up lol
Good videos, new subscriber here, i wear some pointy Sendra brand here but most square point more for a city... i love your boots and big fan of those american boots, love them in every way. Greetings from Valencia, Spain
i just got my first pair of cowboy boots but i cant have them till christmas so for now im stuck with my old work boots
Which Boots did you sell
What are the round toe rubber sole boots you show with the worn out insole?
Those are the justin bent rail keaton
Appreciate it buddy .good information
Hey man, another very good review! Thank you. Jim
what kind of boots were used in the vid ?
Tecovas, tecovas.sjv.io/e4Y4O1
Old gringo,
Nocona,
Justin
All these have been discontinued and can be found here and there but not in their website the last time I checked
All of them ?
@@gustavomdz17 yep, all except the Tecovas.
The Johnny suede are still being sold. I linked it in the previous comment
The Justins are the bent rail Keaton cognac
The Noconas are the Dallas
And I never got the name for the old gringo caiman print boots
Now you can find them in a store here and there but they stopped selling them online on their website a long time ago. Maybe they changed but I doubt they bring them back
I'm about to buy my first cowboy boot.
I saw one in town, and every important thing you said you want going on the inside was perfect but.. My ankle was touching the side of the the boot quiet ...... obviously 👀🤷🏻♂️
It didn't hurt, I didn't really feld pressure, but it was very noticeable. (definitely never had it with a regular shoe)
Is this okay, normal?
The guy in the store told my it just needs to be broken in at that exact place.
Was he right?
Further on.. Great video and very informative! 👌
I dont know if ive ever noticed it.
Ive had some that folded and started digging into my ankle, but that was because they were too big.
Idk probably wouldn't be an issue but i could be wrong
@@smackdadious okay, we'll see... thanks for the reply
what was the name of those tecova boots. 👢 the lighter brown one
The Tecovas boots in this video are the Johnny in Honey Suede
@@smackdadious starting out with some double h roper 7.5 EE. thanks for the good info? subb'd
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I'm new to your videos. You've got a nice boot collection
Welcome, glad to have yah here. Thanks, hopefully soon i can grow that collection lol
@@smackdadious from the boots you've shown youve got a nice assortment
Normally my boot size is a 9, had a pair of suede pointed toe boots size 8.5 from years back now they're a really tight painful squeeze on the toes, anything i can do? I figure a pair of boot stretchers might b the only solution. I'm hoping a boot stretcher will make them a size bigger i.e 9..................................liked and subscribed!
Sorry for the late response, and probably not the answer you were wanting to hear. When the boot is tight in the toe box, that will not stretch and will be that tight. A boot stretcher will make the boot wider and possibly give more room in the instep.
@@smackdadious thanks!!!............boot stretcher it is then.
What about work boot soles
6:20: what brand is that boot? The print looks nicer than many I’ve seen
Thats an Old Gringo boot. One of cavenders old brands. Yeah it is a nice print
@Smackdadious Do you have a recommendation on what brand/insoles to buy for a boot that is a little big?
I usually use ariat ats insoles for boots that are too big for me
What are the first pair of boots you show in this video? They are awesome.
they are the Nocona's Dallas boot
@@smackdadious cool. I like j toe boots better. Most boots are square toe these days. The second pair with the hybrid outsole are sweet too.
@@doozer3297 yeah man, medium round and the j toe are my favorite. I might get a snip toe for an exotic like a alligator or rattlesnake but that is about it. The second pair of boots are Justin bent rail Keaton konnic boots. I probably botched the spelling. been a while since I bought them lol. I got them because I wanted a rubber sole boot that a cobbler could repair. It is actually mostly rubber, just has a really cool inlay of a different rubber.
@@smackdadious so the keatons can be re soled? If so I might grab them. I need some everydayers with a rubber sole but I want to be able to re sole.
@@doozer3297 they should be, judging bythe brass nails in the sole your local cobbler might not be able to get the same sole though. I would talk to a local cobbler or someone who resoles shoes before getting them for that sole purpose. Its been a while since i did my research and asked my local boot repair shop on these and it is always possible i got something wrong and I would hate for you to make a purchase off a faulty recommendation on my end. I made a video on these boots a long time ago. I think it was my first boot related video i did. That might have more information on it, but i dont know how deep i went into the specifics on the boot.
In YHO, what's your favorite brand, roper, or R-toe boot?
I dont really have a favorite brand. There are a lot of boots that I need to try first. Im not big on roper boots, mainly because I like the taller underslung heel. I like j toe or medium round toe best i think
Smart advices! Thanks!
Glad it helps!
should i go true to size? i buy everything in 11 but will sometimes do 10.5 but only if i have too, never 11.5 made that mistake before.
I would go true to size.
A lot of boot brands have been getting better about being true to size
But boots have a length and a width measurement, a lot of brands have free returns or try on in store to really get a feel of what boots size you'll need
What do you think about the Ariat groundbreaker 10015191?
Im not familiar with that model. I have my eyes on a couple of leather soled Ariats but thats about it right now.
All right cool cool
What brand is the light round/j toe pair of boots?
The light brown j toe boots that have the rubber sole are Justin's
The medium round light brown are Noconas, the suede are Tecovas. And the dark brown are old gringo by cavenders
Hi my ankle tends to roll real easy should I steer clear of cowboy boots or might they help with this problem any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
It depends. A shorter heel might help, but you have to make sure you have the right size. If the width is not correct your feet will be moving a bit. Ive rolled my ankle once with an older pair of boots (wasnt that bad cause i just walked it off) but those boots don't fit me the best. If you get a correct fitting pair of cowboy boots they will support your ankles
@@smackdadious awesome thanks for the info I'm going tomorrow to try and find what my size is I haven't worn a pair since I was a teenager and fractured or broke my ankle. That was in Sneakers though lol thanks again
@@Thug2u of course man, feet trouble and bad fitting footwear can ruin a day. Make sure to have them use a brannock device, foot measurement device to get the length and the width.
If it doesnt feel good from the start, dont get it. It should feel snug at the ball of the foot and instep. No pain or discomfort in the toes and a little bit of heel slip (thats because of the hard outsole, will get better with time) but obviously not so much that it doesnt feel supported. Let me know if you find a good pair!
@@smackdadious awesome advice I completely forgot about those foot measure gadgets I used to see them every time I went in a shoe store not so much anymore but I'm sure this local boot store should definitely have one. Man I will keep all this in mind and hopefully walk out with a great pair of boots. your the best!!!
Finally made it to the boot outlet near me and picked up some Dan post round toe boots love em so far but after 3 days the snug Ness at the widest part or my foot went away so that has me worried also probably over payed at $250 but they look exactly like the grayish brown pair at beginning of this video. Thanks for your help I'm a boot man from here on.
Will the leather sole get more grip over time
A bit yeah. Once they get all scuffed and scraped up they wont be a smooth and slick
So can i buy foam insoles for leather sole boots? I tried on a few and it felt like i was walking on concrete. Im used to work boots and adding new foam insoles which help a ton.
Yeah, insoles i use are either the ariat insoles or chisos insoles
What type of boot should I get for walking in cow pies and stuff I'm looking to step away from my cheap rubber boots
i guess some work boots from like justin, red wing, ariat or someother brand.
i walk in cow patties with jordans but that is just me
Great advice.
What are the light brown Cowboy boots at 0:50?
Mr. Grimes, they are the Nocona "Dallas"
@@smackdadious I appreciate it.
Where you get your boots at? I like all them
I got one at cavenders, a few online. A few of the tecovas from their store in Austin. It really varies, I like checking out different places
I prefer Tony Lama,Dan Post ,and Justin boots with a leather sole and a rider heel,half round or pointed toe for dress boots.Don't care for the square toe they look like someone chopped the boot in half off on the end,Lol.
Do
Shops measure your feet as I have wide feet and also flat footed
It depends on the shop. Ask if they have a brannock device. They measure length and width of the foot
Great Video & Real Nice Boots!Whats your favourite toe shape?Do you still have those Boots?
Not sure, i like j toe, 7 toe, and snip toe
What brand and model are the tan boots you show in 0:51?
Nocona "Dallas"
@@smackdadious Thanks man
I’ll be moving to Oklahoma soon there’s a tecovas shop should I just go there to get boots? Also what jeans should I wear with boots. I always struggle with jeans because I’m 5’5 and the length is always too long
im sure there are a bunch of great boot shops up there but yeah I like tecovas boots. I wear wrangler jeans. mostly cowboy cut or retro strait cut. if they are too long get a shorter inseam size. there is waist and inseam sizes when you buy jeans and they have different sizes
I myself wear cowboy boots here in ( Philippines)
Hell yeah
Hah! Going home soon with my Dan Posts and Luccheses!
What are the boots at the beginning of the video??
they are the Nocona 'Dallas', Cowboy boot
Hey I was wondering what brand and style of cowboy boots we the the first pair boots were you holding and its the one that looks like a gold color and it has a leather sole??
well the first one i picked up in this video at 0:54 is the Nocona Dallas boot. It is a cowboy style aka taller and underslung heel and taller shaft than a roper. yes it has a leather sole
Hey thank you for replying back
@@aaronclifford9233 no problem, hope It helped
I'd rather have a boot that's a size and a half to big than one that is even a little tighte . I always order a size that I know will fit or be just a lttle big. I almost never end up with a boot I can't wear anymore . besides the US ARMY can't be wrong when it comes to boots their policy is they issue a size big for an extra pair of socks in cold weather and long marches. The military especially US Army live on their feet
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2:00 what boots are on the right? and where can i buy them? like can you provide a link, i’ve looked everywhere and i don’t see them online
Both of those boots are very hard to find now. It seems like all the boots i review become rare after the fact haha
@@smackdadious i hate that, it’s like every boot i think looks good in a video ends up being sold out or discontinued
@@TFDStudios … Hey Mark, you can afford anything you want 🤔… You might want to check out Tecova’s. You can’t go wrong. If you don’t like them, they have a stellar return policy as long as you don’t mess them up within 30 days.
Good video. I almost fell on my ass one time when the ground was wet. I learned real quick.
When you held up the three boots what skin was the middle boot?
Haha yeah it will get yah if you aint careful. That is actually a caiman print calfskin/cowhide boot. Dont normally get prints but i was broke at the time and it looks really good for a print
@@smackdadious I just can’t justify spending the money to get an actually exotic skin, especially in my current situation, so I have a few different prints that I wear every once in a while. They were cheap, so I don’t expect much our of them. Just bought them for fun
Should I buy the same size as my regular shoes? I'm a 10. However I bought some boots ( not Cowboy boots ) and im a size 9. My foot is not to wide.
sorry for late response. it depends, you should start out with your shoe size and adjust from there. If you know your foot width that makes the sizing process a lot easier. cowboy boots come in different sizes and widths. The most common for men are D (average)and EE(wide) I wear a B width aka a narrow width and that makes it harder to get a boot that fits me properly. if you can try to go to a place that sells shoes/ boots and ask if they have something like a measuring scale. those scales should tell you the length and width of your foot. once you know your true foot size it will be easier to buy boots. some companies run small, short, wide, narrow. I would recommend trying on boots before buying them unless you know that they will fit or they have a free return policy. the right size is snug on the ball of the foot, not loose on the instep, and have a little heel slip when walking. If you have the "perfect fit" you should hear a pop when you put the boot on. I hope that helps, and I am sorry I got to this so late.