Texas Traditions: Iconic Cowboy Boot Designs 

10:22 was the moment the bootmaker turned around not wanting to have his name on the creation Kirby is coming out with. 😄

The art of the craftsmanship makes the boots more fascinating.

I really like the stitching patterns. Some of the designs were a little too flashy for me, but I still appreciate the skill it takes to make them.

I have to say I like that elephant boot the most. Even though it's black it has a ruggedness that lends it to casual wear as well.

Omg that "simple" boot is AMAZING.

Hi Kirby. Thanks for making this series of videos with Lee Miller especially the full length measuring process. This man is an artist and it’s an education and a joy to watch him at work showing the skill, patience and care he puts into his creations. It’s also wonderful to hear him talk about the people who taught and influenced him, how his approach has developed over time and how he has taught and influenced others and vice versa. Thank you for exposing this man’s artistry to a world wide audience. P.S. I have never had any desire to own or where a pair of Cowboy boots.......but I do now! His boots are real works of art.

Let us know which pair of Texas Traditions is your favorite! We have three more segments from Texas Traditions being released over the coming weeks. Make sure to like this video, subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications so you never miss one of our videos. Thanks for watching!

Hi Kirby: I came across this video today, and was so interested in it that I left the housework and sat down and watched the video completely. This was extremely interesting and I'd like to see you do a video for the making of women's cowboy boots. I have left several comments to some of the comments below but wanted to add this comment for you. Cowboy/girl boots when fitted properly feel like a pair of old slippers, they are so comfortable and the opposite is true if not made correctly for you feet.

4:47 Lucchese. Great boots!

I liked that older Pinto Round toe shaped boot, and think it would be a nice change from some of the more contemporary shapes. Also the boot with the slightly squared off toe was nice too.

I did. Really enjoy the Texas traditions video. i did looking forward to the finished boot 👢

Wow I'm impressed by these boots, I kind of dreamed of them, I sort of like the decorations and fancy embodiment.

3:20 / yellow gator boots looks awesome !!!!

Question: When will we be able to see your boots?

Is it just me, or is it kind of obvious that Kirby does NOT like cowboy boots?

Love the inlays and the hedi boots never seen inlay since I was little kid in the 60s like med&full round but point toes are good for dress and sitting

I've really enjoyed this series Kirby. My Dad had several pairs from Leddy made for himself in the 80s, but I think when I get ready, I'll go see Lee. He gives the strong impression of being top notch in every regard. But man what Leather...that will be a hard one. Anxious to see what you choices you made. Don't make us wait too long. :-)

I'd love to see how your boots turned out...thanks for the video. Now, I just need to figure out how to get to Austin....

I have been researching western boots to hopefully choose a good first pair in over 20 years. The part of the boot that boot maker called the vamp ...another boot maker on a RU-vid video said that part of a boot is like the signature of the maker. Maybe that’s what he was taught,not fact. DK .a lot of boot info out there.

That handshake at the beginning went on way too long lol

Thank you so much for another part of this incredible journey, Mr. Allison! Since the inception in the comments before, I have to admit that I was waiting for this all week. Mr. Miller is so humble! It is hard to say which boot, really - not my style. Charlie-Dunn-tribute-boot story is touching, though. I would vote for black kangaroo or this plain old style in black elephant that was shown, personally. Medium round toe last shape is the best!

You must do the video after your boots were done and lets see what you went with. exciting

“You can’t get any more formal than crocodile or alligator...”

Them blue boots with the eagles 👍🤘🇺🇸very nice

Yes! Been waiting for more of the Boots!

I am really enjoying this series Kirby, thank you! Happy new year to you and your family.

Saludos desde guadalajara. Jalisco. México

WOW !!! I just found your videos you do fine work. I’ve been looking for a review of bespoke dress boots from all the youtube fashion guys. I’m so glade that somebody made one, boots are not those silly high top oxfords. All the European and dudes from New York call boots Thanks Kirby

Come on Kirby, spring for a pair of boots. You’re in Texas, you need a pair of bespoke boots and you need them now. Quit wetting our whistle and then not going for it. I have numerous pairs of boots in a multitude of skins, but there’s no mistaking a fine pair of alligator, or crocodile boots. You don’t need an upper of the same material because no even sees that portion of the boot. Spend your dollars on a beautiful patter of stitching. Just a thought, but quit waiting - period.

That golden crocodile boot 😰

Kirbi nice video thamks, but just one observation please don't go to a cowboy store in a formal jacket. In El Paso TX we use leather jackets or wrangler shirts to go to a cowboy store or a boot store. Thanks again!

All ya country folk know that boots are an investment. They arnt just a “boot”. We make em last decades. And down here crocodile boots are usually a graduation gift down here. My parents saved up for years to get me croc boots for my high school graduation and I will do the same for my future kids. I personally live on a farm so it’s a tradition in my family. If I see someone wearing croc (crocodile boots) it’s a major statement of being well off. I noticed that these kids will buy $400 Jordan’s or tennis shoes and even though they can’t afford it at all and will be broke after buying them. It’s not like that with boots. People in these parts ONLY buy exotic croc/ ostrich etc. boots if it is well into their budget of affording them. And if you have croc boots and your just a budget farmer then you just look silly. But of coarse it may be different in other areas. I live in a town with a population of 800 people so everybody knows everybody.

Kirby I have never seen or heard mentioned the end result of you having your Lee Miller boots made. What happened? Photos etc. It's been years now.

Beautiful boots ! What's Average cost of these amazing boots ? And there turn around time ?

I really don't understand why you'd want a smooth sole for any boot, but maybe it makes sense with stirrups.

Hello Kirby! Thank you for this video. Surprising to see that such artisans still exist in America. This gentleman is a real artist, and yet, he's so modest. Great person! I have a question. All the jackets you wear in your videos (including the one you're wearing in this episode) are impeccable. I especially like the lapel shape and the rather low button stance. This is exactly what I'm looking for! Is it possible for you to let all of us, your followers, know, where you buy such beautiful jackets? Thank you very much!!

Dear Kirby, Thank you for your videos. I always learn a ton of information from them. It's been a while since I watched this one on cowboy boots but today came across Kangaroo Leather cowboy boots. Don't know if you've heard of them - probably - but they're supposed to be thinner and stronger than cow hide. I was wondering if you've dealt with this material and what you think about it?

PinToe Elephant boots are Best ones

Hey Kirby, did you ever get your boots?

Definitely show us more of the decision making process as well as the crafting process like before, if possible. This is very interesting. I'm intrigued by how similar some of these designs will be to old school European riding boots.

Wow beautiful Nice like me gustan las votas toda mi vida he usado votas

Thanks for sharing Kirby, good luck with the boot process! Very exquisite work by some leather artisans!!!! I really enjoy wearing my cowboy boots, I always look for an opportunity to. I just have cowboy boots for more formal wear, but I like to buy a pair of cowboy boots for just working. In the future I hope you share some boot videos with us 🙂

thank you it s very good

I’m really enjoying following along with these Texas Traditions videos. My question is this: what types of situations call for a cowboy boot rather than a regular shoe, or when would be acceptable to wear them?

Cool

The American eagle or bird looks like a pair of Hank Williams boots

That’s a beautiful boot the Charlie Dunn eagle wish more boot makers would use the diamond and stars I can’t afford a pair of this guys beatiful boots he will get plain boots he don’t want a pair of cowboy boots to put in his gay closet

Hey Kirby, just found your channel and it amazing! I'm from south Georgia I love my cowboy boots/leather products. What is your opinion on a nice cowboy boot for formal wear? Very rarely do I wear a suit mainly slacks and a shirt and tie.

Did your boots arrive yet?

I really admired him and followed him on social media until he rather abruptly removed me. Very disappointing since I am an aspiring cowboy boot maker.

Who is the oldest boot maker; who made the original "cowboy" boot? In what year? Do they go back to the 'original'?

Any rules to wearing cowboy boots? Square toe vs round toe? Acceptable with Khaki’s? Thanks

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Where re the spur ledges?

Did anyone else notice that his fly was opened

How long does it take to make?

The wide square toe was made to make a new look in country. A horrible look that changed our youth for the WORSE.

When will we know what you decided going with?

Boots have to be in your blood if you're going to wear them,I was born to wear them my first pair 1963 I was 9 years old but do to living in New York dad stop buying them so when i was 31 i started back now I'm 65 I only wear boots.

The boots are very cool but in Leon Mexico Guanajuato are more cool more beautiful and confortable

Very gross looking boots. Where the vintage traditional western riding boots at? Disgusting and ugly colour designs/shapes.

So you purchase a pair of custom made boots, later go bankrupt and they come get your boots? 00:53

Who the hell is Charlie?

Slightly, uncomfortably long handshake

Hope he got at least 50% down on those tacky cactus boots.

Sorry....but I’m 66 yrs. old and I’m not about to wait 4 to 5 years for a friggin’ boot. Yeah, they’re nice but c’mon....

Very cool boots but all that art seams to be hidden under the pants, so kind of a waste .

I’ve been wearing cowboy boots for the better part of 35 years now lived in Texas my whole life and never heard of this guy. He’s not very iconic.

Probably this guy don’t even wear the boots he will pick a round boring toe I’m sure he’s as square as they come

These really are the ugliest boots I have ever seen. They look cartoonish

This cactus boots look like clown shoes completly lack of style

Way Pay 5000$ for a pair of boots when you can get someon Who is just as good get less money in china

I cannot take him seriously. He has no belt. All cowboys wear a belt