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    Cowboy Boots

    They didn't start out being Christmas boots, but they sure make the grade. Mad Dog Goat Lucchese Classics with cacti inlays; and they are not as ruby in person--more a deep cherry red. Always a smile when my pant leg rides up... Merry Christmas all.
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    Cowboy Boots

    Thanks for putting these up. I have a similar, but less-detailed, pair that I purchased new from CABOOTS Champion Attitude Boots Co. for next to nothing (they were in the Sale Room). I had them put on a rubber sole so that I could wear them motorcycling and they did a nice, low-profile job...
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    New Borsalinos "Discounted" at YOOX.com

    Actually, there is a whole line of accessories (bags, ties, etc.) some of which are offered on YOOX. I bought a yellow tie with an all-over hats pattern last year that is handsome and well made. If you search on Borso, you'll get the whole range. FWIW, there was one hat that I really liked...
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    New Borsalinos "Discounted" at YOOX.com

    Hey Jonny, So, do they really kill Wynants where you live?? I'm actually on your side of the Hudson in Rentlur.
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    New Borsalinos "Discounted" at YOOX.com

    If you poke around on YOOX, you'll see that their policy is to mark down retail prices by 50%--for starters, and thereafter, lower. I guess that's true, but considering the Italian fashion market has made Nieman Marcus look downright stingy over the past few (400%+) years, I'd guess that half...
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    New Borsalinos "Discounted" at YOOX.com

    Hi All, I thought I would post a general announcement that one of my fav online retailers, YOOX.com, is now offering Borsalinos at "discounted" prices. Their market is to sell past-season, high-end, designer goods from all over Europe on their global website. It's catch as catch can, but if...
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    Cowboy Boots

    I have settled on what is known as a 3/4" (squared-off point) toe. But I hasten to add that I have an E width foot, so to accommodate my width the pointy toe boxes have to be l-o-n-g and can get in the way--literally. Since we are talking about 3/4 toes, I'll show off my custom Christmas...
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    Cowboy Boots

    I would try to find some store that carries your size and try them on. The biggest issue in boots is "rounding the corner" that is getting your instep and heel past the turn to the front. I have high arches and insteps (left is 3/4 size larger and higher too) and so fit is first for me. Also...
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    Cowboy Boots

    WOW! Those butterflies are ready to take flight! Gorgeous. Any brand name in them? I'd guess those came from a top-flight maker; magnificent inlay and stitch work. Congrats and wear them proudly.
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    Cowboy Boots

    Interesting Western Factoid (doubt they were ever marketed in the east that way), but I would call them stovepipe or straight leg, especially now that skinny and tapered is the sorta norm for fashionable jeans. I have some Mason's IceBreakers (Italian, no less) that are cut like that and they...
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    Cowboy Boots

    All absolute truths! Growing up 2.5 hours north of NYC (Saratoga County), I know exactly what you mean. I recently went to a rodeo outside of Saratoga (big horse country) and it was the only place I saw boots all summer long. I wore my most plain J-toe moderate heel, as it was my first visit...
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    Cowboy Boots

    First things first: Get some Bick #4 leather conditioner, and some CREAM polish on those babies immediately! Good luck with them; can't wait to see 'em.
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    Cowboy Boots

    I'm with Alex, but have to agree with Texan. I've always had a pair of boots (from the Fryes back in college) to now lurking in the closet. They would get pulled out for events that felt right for them. Lately though, as my feet have changed, I have decided that they feel better...
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    Cowboy Boots

    Good analysis and I agree with Doug's comments too. But my observation--that lower heels are showing up in high-end "fashion/street" boots in store STOCK, and because of that price bracket-- I'm guessing it is the age of the customer. For instance look at these two pages of in-stock...
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    Cowboy Boots

    I call 'em Platypus toes, and I don't find them attractive, but having an E-width foot, they are probably comfortable (and I'll also say that I don't care for the white-welt stitching either) Together they really jump out at you. But then, I have not seen that toe on higher-end boots, so maybe...
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    $749.00 Stratoliner

    If it doesn't fit, FLIP it and the decimal place!
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    Cowboy Boots

    Don't be alarmed if they feel snug when you first put them on. I can't think of any other hide that stretches more--then returns to steady state when cooled down--than elephant. They provide a nice snug fit that expands where you need them to do so. Also, they are VERY tough and can take a...
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    Cowboy Boots

    Thanks much for posting this vid; very interesting and informative, and blissfully low-key. I just wish he had shown us some of his boots in detail, but I'll go over to Etsy to see what I can find.
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    Park service hat reuse?

    Complete your costume with this from Orvis.
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    Cowboy Boots

    Thx coffee, nice to be held in esteem for hard-earned experience. It helps ease the blisters and the cut-off circulation! If you are in no hurry The Good, you can find some places that carry different brands and spend an afternoon trying on and LISTENING to knowledgeable sales people about...

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