my grandfather, who passed away in 1995, had a pair of black leather justin ropers that he wore alot. i just dug them out of the garage today and cleaned them up well. they've got that old vintage look 😎
I have a pair of the ones a shade lighter than those bought in the early 90s' still going strong. In the early 90's they were the boots Missouri State Troopers wore with their uniforms. Agree 100% on the hard leather insole. Fits like a glove.
A friend gave me my first pair of cowboy boots, a used pair of Justin 3702 roper boot. It's a deep well to dive into but very fun learning so much on your channel.
Ropers we’re everywhere in the 80’s. We wore them all the time in Texas. Had them in many different colors. Even had a couple pair that were “tall top ropers”. Those were standard cowboy boot height. My favorite pair of Ropers I owned were elephant skin. I’ll bet I had those resoled at least 3 times. They were tough boots. Super comfortable. Wish Justin still made them in Texas like they used to.
Man, I wish I had kept my old Justin Ropers and Lacers from the 90's! You are spot on with the review. The "new" Justin Ropers are not even worth buying in my mind. The used ones in all leather are the way to go.
I have a pair from 1985 Kipskin Kiddie! I just oiled them up this afternoon!! Outstanding boots!! Alot of memories in these puppies!! Haha. Great video Brother!!
Just bought a pair from Ebay. They were $25 with pickup, but since the seller was from Ohio, I am getting them shipped for an actual total of $52. It's an expensive shipping fee, but I love how new they are!
Hay Jeremiah! Billy t in Alabamy here! I have a pair of Justin Ropers I bought about 10 years ago. These look alot like the pair you reviewed. Mine have that dark brown marbling color. Very comfortable! Have the inside leather. For me, roper is the best way to go. I think its the easiest transition from street shoes or athletic shoes. If you are east of the Mississippi, the Roper seems to be cool, versus the traditional higher heels, probably not. Funny thing, I wore my square toed Tecovas Jackson three or four times delivering pizzas, nobody said a word. The Jacksons have a more heel that looks more like a Roper but is a little higher and a higher vamp. I don't even know what they thought? I just wore 'em to protect me from fire ants, pit vipers, and other 2 and 4-legged ankle-biters! I'm going to try my Ropers at work and see what those ankle-biters think about that! Billy T. In Alabamy
Jeremiah I followed your used online boot buying technique and snapped up two pair of Tony Lama Black Label boots, a black python pair and a pair of Antelope. Both under $100 each including shipping.
I have a black pair. Bought them four years ago from Boot Barn in Oklahoma City. Made in USA 3233. Love them. The most Iconic Texas footware. I was an engineering student at Texas A&I, now called A&M in Kingsville, Texas back in the eighties. These were what REAL cowboys wore then and there.
JC, these boots were created for the roping and steer wrestling events in American rodeo. Contestants still wear this exact boot today. Some other contestants wear the square toe, but the round Roper toe with the Roper heel (modified Fowler heel) is so perfect for those events.
Recently purchased a pair of boots with the hard leather insole. I have to say, you are right in saying it feels good. I wouldn't say its better than any other but, it feels good (in a different way).
Nice!! Mine are the 3902, i use them for work in the Lumber Mill. Very comfortable and Durable even with 10 hour work days. Great vid man thanks! Kick A$$ take names
Man you got a huge deal on those...and they look killer on you....I like ropers because they have no stitching and that round toe gives lots of room. Great video!
I havent quite moved to the roper style yet. Usually just not a fan of round toe without a toe bug. I have a line on a french toe roper at the moment though so we’ll see how that turns out. But super awesome find bro!
I been wearing the 3802 Justins for 35 years or so. If I find them on Ebay in descent shape I will buy them. Good boot and can be resoled several times.
Cool classic ropers, even though my favorite style is the same as yours (J toe or snip toe with a cowboy heel), the roper style is a ¨must have¨ for boot lovers; I own 2 pairs myself and the reason I like them so much is because I grew up waching my Dad wearing them, which he still wears nowadays.
I enjoy you're reviews and you deserve more subscribers you do a great jobs finding the boots and the information you give is priceless for people who can't get out and try different styles of boots.
Just picked up a pair of vintage justin's 3890's which are very close to those but mine are a little more pointy toe but still round , , Got them off ebay for 24.00 in size 10C They are very comfortable with no insole either just the leather , i may add a 2- 2.5 mm leather and cork insole if i need a little extra cushioning . did a conditioning and heel dressing and they look almost new , Very supple leather.
Great video and great boot! These boots look good on you so you should keep them!!! I think roper boots it's a good way to start wearing cowboy boots because they are comfortable and simple, especially if you live in some areas not used to see or wear cowboy boots.
What a great buy and in a nice rich color as well!!!! Some people who aren’t used to a roper heel height will definitely have to take a little time to get used to the lower heel height. Overall that Justin Roper is a fine looking pair of boots. 👍👍
I hahave a pair that my dad gave me that he had been wearing since the late 90s. They are tough boots. I think the purpose of the roper heel is so you wear the spurs on it.
Nice!! $10 That's awesome! Love your videos and I remember those Justins from the 80s. They had style, comfort (after breaking in of course), you're very right about that, and to some extent they were pretty durable. Really loved those boots. I have some new ones (3133 Made in Mexico) but the quality is just not as good. I can't help wonder why, I mean why on earth if you have such a popular and loved product do you decide to stop offering the same quality? An interesting fun fact is: I'm pretty sure William Holden is wearing a pair of these in the 1955 movie "Picnic".
I've seen some 3133s too and I agree. Not even close on quality. It was done so Justin could save money to make more profit on their boots unfortunately. Lots of classic brands are following this trend nowadays
@@JeremiahCraig That's a shame, it's not very forward thinking on long term and repeat customers. On another brand that I saw recently, Lucchese Bannon ropers seem to be everything that Justin ropers used to be. Are you familiar with those?
They are very similar to my 7031 and 9508 boots! In fact I have the same boot now but in black ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jsSH_kGpMHA.html
I picked up a pair of justin ropers style 3800 registration # 23540 for $5 today at the flee market. I cant find any info on them.they have like a canvas pull tabs on the inside that cant be seen from outside the boot
Looks like a good boot for people starting out wearing boots, fairly plan and can easily pass as shoes. It could be the start of the slippery boot slope for people 😂
The original roper was made of cowhide. The true roper boot! You can find them in black but that’s it.. if someone knows where to find brown Plz reply.
