1970s • Acme Dingo • Cowgirl Boots • Ladies 7.5 M

1960s • ACME • Cut-Out Vine Motif • Women’s 7.5 M

Why we love them

A true mid-century ACME design that carries both grace and grit. These boots feature rich chestnut leather with cream cut-outs shaped into a climbing vine motif—distinct, feminine, and rooted in Western artistry. Decades later, the handwork still shows through: balanced stitching, layered inlays, and a character that tells the story of the ’60s dancehalls they were made for.

Spec Card

• Maker: ACME (woven ACME BOOT pull-tags present)
• Era: 1960s (construction & styling cues)
• Upper: chestnut brown cowhide with cream leather cut-out inlays
• Lining: full leather with factory stampings
• Construction: stitched welt, pegged leather soles, nailed heels
• Details: vine-and-petal motif inlays, double-row decorative stitching across vamp
• Size: Women’s 7.5 M

Heritage Notes

By the 1960s, Acme had secured its place as one of America’s most prolific bootmakers, crafting pairs that balanced mass appeal with genuine Western charm. This design—equal parts floral and flame—speaks to the era’s embrace of bold cut-outs and layered contrasts. Far from novelty, they remain timeless examples of how cowboy boots were not just workwear, but wearable art.

Vintage Larry Mahan Cowboy Boots – Ladies 7 B

A striking pair of vintage Larry Mahan cowboy boots in classic black leather with bold white inlays. Known for blending rodeo heritage with sharp Western style, Larry Mahan boots carry both craftsmanship and history. This pair is an excellent example of that legacy—sleek, collectible, and wearable.

Details:

• Size: Ladies 7 B
• Maker: Larry Mahan
• Color: Black with white inlay design
• Material: Genuine leather
• Era: Likely late 1970s–1980s production
• Condition: Excellent vintage shape, with supple leather and clean stitching

Why they matter:

Larry Mahan—five-time World Champion All-Around Cowboy—launched his boot line to bring rodeo-grade style to everyday wear. These boots carry that spirit: a confident design, built to last, with the authenticity of Western tradition.

Nashville Booted Return Policy

At Nashville Booted, we accept returns on boots provided you notify us within 48 hours of receiving your order. Please contact us promptly via email or phone to initiate the return process. All returned items must be unused, in their original condition. Shipping costs for returns are the responsibility of the customer, and we recommend using a trackable shipping method. Once your return is received and inspected, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of the refund. For any questions, feel free to reach out to our customer service team.

These vintage Tony Lama cowgirl boots date to the 1950s, a period when the brand was at the forefront of innovation in Western footwear. Tony Lama, an Italian immigrant who learned the boot trade as a child in New York, founded his company in El Paso, Texas, in 1911 after serving as a cobbler for U.S. Cavalry soldiers at Fort Bliss. Initially focused on repairs and custom orders for local cowboys and ranchers, the business grew steadily. By the 1950s, under Lama’s leadership, the company introduced novel leathers, construction methods, and designs that elevated industry standards, scaling production to over 3,000 pairs per day for global distribution while maintaining handcrafted quality. 25 The black label inside these boots aligns with pre-1970 models, underscoring their authenticity. 16
Sized for ladies 7, these pull-on boots feature a classic Western silhouette with two-tone leather in maroon red shafts and brown vamps, complemented by white longhorn steer head inlays that evoke Texas iconography.
• Materials: Full genuine leather construction, with textured quilting on the shafts for added durability and style.
• Toe and Heel: Pointed toe for a traditional fit, paired with a slanted underslung heel approximately 1.5 inches high.
• Shaft Height: Mid-calf rise of about 12 inches, including leather pull straps for ease of wear.
• Inlays: Prominent white leather longhorn head appliqués on both the front and back, a design element popular in mid-century Texas-themed boots.
• Sole: Leather outsole with visible pegging and natural wear patterns, indicative of vintage use and potential for resoling.
• Condition: Shows authentic patina from age, including scuffs and creases, but remains structurally sound with no major damage.

1970s Tony Lama Red-Black Eagle Inlays — Women’s 7.5 M

A striking pair of late-70s Tony Lamas, built in that unmistakable era of bold color, crisp inlay work, and unapologetic Western flair.

Era & Build

• Maker: Tony Lama
• Era: Late 1970s
• Construction: All-leather build, pegged leather soles, stitched welt
• Design: Red vamp + counter with black eagle-wing inlays and star bursts
• Toe/Heel: Snip-toe with a classic mid-height Western walking heel
• Pulls: Matching black leather pulls

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Women’s 7.5 M
• Fit notes: Typical for ’70s Lamas — medium width, slightly low instep, true-to-size for most modern 7.5M

Condition — Vintage A

Solid, clean, and ready to wear with only honest age.

• Light surface creasing on vamps
• Minor sole wear, plenty of life left
• Inlay work remains sharp and vivid
• No structural issues

Why We Love Them

A flash of Americana at its boldest — red vamps, black eagle cuts, and that unmistakable ’70s Tony Lama swagger. These are statement boots that carry the spirit of vintage rodeo posters and neon-lit Texas dancehalls. True standouts in any collection.

1950s • Stewart Romero • Black Stitch-Flame Boots — Women’s 7 M

A clean, sharp, mid-century pair from the legendary Stewart Romero workshop — classic black uppers, bold stitchwork, and that unmistakable 1950s shape.

Era & Build

• Maker: Stewart Romero (El Paso legend; hand-lasted, hand-stitched)
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: All-leather build, pegged leather soles, hand-stitched counters
• Height: Approx. 10”
• Toe: Early snip toe
• Heel: Mid-height underslung cowboy heel
• Color: True black with yellow/gold multi-row flame stitching

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Women’s 7 M
• Fit Notes: Classic 1950s narrow-waist profile; will fit a true 7M best. Snip toe adds a touch of taper but doesn’t feel tight across the ball.

Condition — Vintage Grade: B

Honest, well-preserved 1950s wear.

• Light surface creasing on vamps
• Soles show wear but remain structurally sound; original pegs intact
• Mild edge wear on toes
• Stitching tight throughout with no lift
• Clean interiors; pulls intact

Why We Love Them

Stewart Romero boots from this era are increasingly scarce — and almost never in a clean, wearable size like this. The jet-black leather paired with flame-style yellow stitching gives them that perfect mid-century Western silhouette: bold, confident, timeless. These are true Americana pieces, the kind you build an outfit — or a collection — around.

Notes & Care

Condition with neutral cream to preserve the finish. Store with light shaping to maintain the snip profile.