Men's 10-10.5

1950s • UNKNOWN MAKER (AMERICAN) • “GOLD PHOENIX” INLAY BOOTS — MEN’S 10 D

A fiery pair from the golden era of mid-century bootmaking — bold, artistic, unmistakably 1950s.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unknown (American, mid-century shop work)
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: All-leather soles and heels, pegged & stitched; classic single-row welt
• Details: Striking yellow + red phoenix motif inlays, punched-border collar, deep brown vamp
• Toe/Heel: Snip toe / underslung walking heel
• Height: Approx. 10–11”

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Men’s 10 D
• Fit Notes: True vintage D width; expect a classic mid-century instep and a slightly narrow toe profile.

Condition — Vintage Grade: B

Honest, beautiful wear consistent with age.

• Light creasing and patina across vamps
• Inlays remain strong and vibrant
• Collars show expected edge wear
• Soles in very good shape with plenty of life
• No structural issues; fully sound and wearable

Why We Love Them

The phoenix inlay is one of the rarest and most expressive motifs of the 1950s — a symbol of rebirth, grit, and the kind of flair only mid-century craftsmen dared to cut by hand. These boots glow on a shelf and command attention on the foot. True Americana, preserved.

Notes & Care

Condition with a light neutral cream; store with boot trees to maintain the snip profile.

SKU: NB-50S/PHOENIX/10D

Shipping: Ships insured & double-boxed. International buyers: duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1950s • Little’s Boot Company • “Silver Arrow” Stitch Pattern • Men’s 10.5 D

Classic mid-century cowboy boots with sharp Western lines and that unmistakable 1950s attitude — richly patinated, honest, and built for the long haul.

Era & Build

• Maker: Little’s Boot Company
• Construction: All-leather soles and heels, pegged and hand-stitched
• Height: 12″
• Toe/Heel: Snip toe • 1½″ underslung cowboy heel
• Pulls: Original cloth loops — a hallmark of mid-century craftsmanship

Size & Fit

• Tagged 10.5 D • Fits true to vintage sizing with a slightly narrow instep

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Even sun-worn patina through vamp and heel counters
• Light scuffs and creasing from natural wear
• Original soles with good life remaining
• Stitching intact throughout
• Interior clean and lined with classic satin twill

Why We Love Them

The silver “arrow” stitch motif arcs up the shafts with restrained flair — a perfect blend of utilitarian cowboy grit and atomic-age artistry. The cloth pulls, still strong after seventy years, speak to the era’s material honesty.

Notes & Care

Conditioned and polished with Bick 4 • Store with cedar inserts to maintain form.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s ACME Westerns — Men’s 10 D

A true mid-century short-stack classic from Acme Boot Co. — clean, brown leather with that perfect 1960s silhouette and patina that only decades can give.

Era & Build

• Maker: Acme Boot Co., Clarksville TN
• Era: Mid-1960s
• Construction: all-leather soles, pegged & stitched welt
• Height: ~9” pee-wee shaft
• Toe/Heel: rounded western toe, underslung cowboy heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 10 D (Men’s)
• Fits true to size with a medium instep; classic Acme feel

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Honest wear to soles, plenty of life left
• Minor scuffs & creasing to vamp
• Original heel caps intact
• Clean interior with intact pull straps

Why We Love Them

Short, sturdy, and effortlessly Western — the perfect daily pair with that post-war Acme build quality. These boots capture that transitional 1960s look before the brand’s mass-production shift: honest leather, bold stitching, and pure Americana charm.

SKU: NB-ACME-60S-PEEWEE-10D

Shipping: Fully insured & double-boxed. International duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1980s • Austin Hall • “Rising Eagle” Inlay • Men’s 10 D

Bold Americana from the ’80s — chocolate vamps, bone shafts, and soaring eagle inlays with brass toe and heel guards. A pair made for spotlight swagger.

Era & Build

• Maker: Austin Hall

• Era: 1980s

• Construction: Full leather uppers and soles, stitched welt, pegged shank

• Height: 12” stovepipe shaft

• Toe / Heel: Snip toe with brass toe cap; underslung cowboy heel with brass heel plate

Size & Fit

• Tagged size: Men’s 10 D

• Fit notes: Runs true to size; moderate instep; classic narrow vintage profile

Measurements

• Shaft height: 12”

• Heel height: 1.75”

• Heel-to-toe: 12”

• Ball width: 3.75”

Condition grade: Vintage A

• Light surface creasing

• Brass hardware intact with patina

• Soles show light wear with full life remaining

• Clean interiors, no separations

• Structurally sound and ready to wear

Why we love them

That bold eagle inlay — a mid-century symbol of freedom and Western pride — paired with brass toe and heel plates gives these Austin Halls a true honky-tonk hero feel. Hard to find, photogenic, and built to turn heads.

Notes & care

Conditioned and polished; store with boot trees and avoid moisture.

SKU: NB-AUSTINHALL-70S-EAGLE-10D

Shipping: Insured, double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

1960’s Patriotic Eagle Inlay Cowboy Boots – Men’s 10 (From My Personal Collection)

These boots are a true piece of Americana. Handcrafted in the 1960s, they showcase bold mid-century design with unapologetic flair. The shafts feature intricate white eagle inlays soaring against a black background, framed by a sky-blue collar scattered with red and silver stars. The backs are anchored with a patriotic shield detail — an unmistakable nod to the American spirit that defined the era.

The vamp is finished in a pale, weathered leather with brogued detailing, giving them a distinguished, lived-in look that tells their story. This pair has been carefully preserved in my personal collection, and they have just the right amount of character: soft leather, patinated surface, and solid construction that reflects the quality of 1960s bootmaking.

Key Details:

• Era: 1960s (true vintage)
• Size: Men’s 10
• Shaft: Black leather with soaring eagle and patriotic shield inlays
• Collar: Sky-blue with red and silver stars
• Vamps: Distressed pale leather with brogued toe caps
• Construction: Leather soles, stacked heels, hand-stitched details
• Condition: Authentic vintage wear with beautiful patina — display-worthy but ready to wear

1960s • Custom Made • Black & White Butterfly Inlay Western • Men’s 10 D

Why we love them

These boots are pure mid-century spectacle — bold black-and-white leather with oversized butterfly, crown, and flame inlays, plus long overlay pulls that frame the shafts like banners.

Spec Card

• Maker: Unknown (likely Texas/Mexico border shop, period construction)
• Era: 1960s (pattern work, shaft height, pegged sole)
• Upper: black calf with white inlays and overlays (butterfly, crown, flames, cactus motifs)
• Lining: full leather
• Construction: stitched welt, pegged leather outsole, stacked leather heel
• Silhouette: tall 14” shaft with overlay pull tabs, pointed toe
• Details: oversized butterfly on front shaft, crown and flame inlays, cloud cutouts, white piping, long decorative pulls

Condition (7.5/10 – Vintage Good/Very Good)

Honest wear with creasing across vamps and light edge rub. Inlays remain intact and striking. Soles show forefoot wear but are structurally sound; heels solid with moderate wear. Seams tight, shafts stand tall.

Provenance / Stamp

No maker stamp present; construction, motifs, and tall overlay pulls strongly point to 1960s custom/border-shop craftsmanship.

NB Notes

This is the kind of boot that transcends function — equal parts footwear and art piece. A true showcase of 1960s Western creativity.  

SKU: NB-1960s-M10D-BLKWHT-BUTTERFLY

• Custom cowboy boots crafted in black suede with a distressed finish for a lived-in appearance
• Classic Western silhouette featuring pointed toes, slanted heels, and pull tabs for easy wear
• Goodyear welt construction with Neolite soles for durability and resoling potential
• Men’s size 10 suitable for broader fits
• Interior lining in natural leather with handwritten production codes for authentic vintage character
• Mid-calf height with subtle scalloped tops and minimal ornamentation beyond the custom embroidery
• Shows signs of wear including scuffs and creases, adding to the boots’ unique patina, benefits, and what makes this product special.