1960s • Acme • Inlaid Western Boots • Men’s 9.5 D

1970s • TEXAS BOOTS • Butterfly Inlay • Men’s 9 D

Why we love them

Few designs capture the spirit of vintage Western flamboyance like the butterfly inlay. These Texas Boots, made in the USA, feature bold ivory shafts with striking red-and-black butterfly overlays, contrasted against warm chestnut vamps. They carry a mix of artistry and edge—boots made to be noticed whether on the dance floor, honky-tonk stage, or small-town rodeo grounds.

Spec Card

• Maker: Texas Boots (factory stamp present: “TEXAS Made in USA”)
• Era: 1970s (style & construction cues)
• Upper: cream leather shafts with red-and-black butterfly inlays; chestnut brown vamps
• Lining: full leather with factory style stamp (DM 92 / 13436)
• Construction: stitched welt, pegged leather soles, nailed heels
• Details: tall shafts, dual butterfly overlays, scalloped pull tabs, classic vamp stitching
• Size: Men’s 9 D

Heritage Notes

By the 1970s, butterfly inlays had become a signature flourish in the Western boot world—partly psychedelic, partly rock ’n’ roll, and always undeniably Western. Texas Boots, though not as mass-produced as Acme or Justin, carved out a loyal following for their bold patterns and solid construction. This pair stands as a perfect example of how cowboy boots blurred the lines between utility and statement piece—heritage leatherwork with a wild streak.

1950s • Tony Lama • Navy & Turquoise Starburst Inlays • Men’s 9.5 D

A classic mid-century Tony Lama — bold turquoise inlays, deep-nany leather, and that unmistakable El Paso craftsmanship of the era.

Era & Build

• Maker: Tony Lama, El Paso, Texas
• Era: Mid-1950s
• Construction: All-leather build with hand-lasted vamps, stitched leather soles, early nailed O’Sullivan-style rubber heels
• Upper: Navy leather with turquoise + black starburst/flame inlays
• Height: Approx. 12”
• Toe/Heel: Traditional round-toe profile with a cowboy riding heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged: 9.5 D (men’s)
• Fit Notes: Classic 1950s Tony Lama lasts — slightly narrower through the instep and ball. Best for true 9.5D or a modern 9 looking for a snug vintage fit.

Condition Grade: Vintage B

Honest wear consistent with age, structurally sound.

• Light creasing and surface wear to vamps
• Soles show natural mid-century use but still fully intact
• Original heels with nail pattern still present
• Interior tags beautifully aged and partially frayed
• Inlays clean with strong color retention

Why We Love Them

That blue-on-black inlay combo is peak 1950s Tony Lama — bold, sculptural, unmistakably American. These boots are exactly what made the company legendary: artistry, silhouette, and West Texas pride stitched into every inch.

Notes & Care

 Condition with neutral cream, store with cedar, and avoid oversaturation to preserve the 70-year patina.

SKU: NB-TONYLAMA-50S-STARBURST-9.5D

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s • Custom Shop • Alligator & Monogram Show Boots • Men’s 9.5 D(See bottom of this description for condition concerns)

Why We Love Them

Mid-century custom work with real bite. These are true show boots: rich burgundy alligator vamps and counters paired with saddle-tan shafts, finished with matching gator overlays and a hand-cut “BBB” monogram.  

 Spec Card

• Maker: Custom shop (unsigned)
• Era: Mid-century, c. 1950s–60s
• Size: Men’s 9.5 D
• Upper/Shaft: Saddle-tan cowhide with burgundy alligator overlay motifs + “BBB” monogram
• Vamp/Counter: Genuine alligator (burgundy)
• Toe: Narrow snip (vintage J-style profile)
• Heel: Western underslung, stacked leather with rubber caps
• Lining: Full leather
• Construction: Hand-lasted, Goodyear-style welt with lemonwood pegs; leather outsoles
• Details: Multi-row flame stitching, gator pull tabs, contrast piping

Condition

 Honest vintage wear throughout: surface scuffs at toes, small edge nicks, heel caps show typical age and one hairline split at the edge; soles show use but remain sound with plenty of life left. Clean interiors. Fully wearable and ready for the next chapter.

 Nashville Booted Notes

 Real alligator, period construction, and a striking color combo make this pair a standout for collection or stage. 

Measurements 

Heel to toe - 11 1/8 inches 

Boot height - 13 1/2 inches 

Sole Width - 4 1/8 inches 

Concerns

These boots had and have some issues with the gator to which I took them to the cobbler here in Nashville . They glued it in several places but it’s still visible in atleast one place but now stable and functional. But obviously my duty to denote this and its pictured in a couple close ups you see. 

1960s Nocona “Arrowhead” Two-Tone Inlay Boots — Men’s 9.5 B

Hard-earned patina meets mid-century flash. These Nocona classics blend deep chocolate vamps with bone shafts and jagged arrow inlays—built for the saddle, aged with character.

Era & Build

• Maker: Nocona
• Era: 1960s (signature arrowhead inlay, stovepipe silhouette)
• Construction: All-leather build, stitched welt, pegged leather soles
• Height: 11 ¾”
• Toe/Heel: Snip toe, underslung cowboy heel
• Sole: Original leather outsole, aged with wear

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Men’s 9.5 B (narrow width)
• Fit Notes: Runs narrow across the ball and instep; ideal for slim or medium feet
• Measurements:
  • Heel-to-toe: 11 ½”
  • Ball width: 4”
  • Shaft height: 11 ¾”

Condition Grade: Vintage C (Distressed)

• Creased vamps and visible surface scuffing
• Heel counters show honest rub-through and finish wear
• Inlays aged but fully intact, strong contrast throughout
• Soles well-worn yet structurally sound—no holes, ready for continued life

Why We Love Them

That bold jagged inlay and two-tone bone-and-chocolate palette feel straight out of postwar Texas—an era when boots were art, not fashion.

Notes & Care

Condition periodically with neutral cream to preserve patina. Ideal for collectors, stylists, or anyone who values authenticity over polish.

SKU: NB-Nocona-60s-Arrowhead-9.5B