1960s Acme Western Inlay Boots — Women’s 6 M

A classic mid-century Acme pair with bold contrast inlays and that unmistakable 1960s Western silhouette—clean, confident, and built to last.

Era & build

• Maker: Acme Boot Co.
• Era: 1960s
• Rich brown leather foot with dark chocolate shafts
• Multi-color geometric inlays (red, cream, and gold tones)
• Traditional stitched construction with leather soles and stacked heels
• Medium-height cowboy heel, classic snip-leaning toe

Size & fit

• Women’s size 6
• Width: M (standard medium)
• Vintage fit: true to size with a comfortable instep

Condition grade: Vintage B+

• Honest wear to the leather soles consistent with age
• Light scuffing and creasing at the vamp from normal use
• Heels solid and stable; uppers supple with no structural issues
• Inlays intact and vibrant

Why we love them

These are textbook 1960s Acmes—the kind of boots that balance everyday wearability with real visual punch. The geometric inlays feel almost folk-art inspired, and the proportions are spot-on for a flattering vintage fit. Easy to wear, hard to replace.

Notes & care

• Recently cleaned and conditioned
• Ready to wear or store with cedar inserts to maintain shape

SKU: NB-ACME-60s-INLAY-6M

Shipping: Insured and double-boxed. International buyers—duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1940s Stewart-Romero Classic Stitch — Women’s 6 B

A true mid-century Stewart-Romero pair—clean lines, honest materials, and that unmistakable New Mexico craftsmanship that helped define the golden era of American cowboy boots.

Era & build

• Maker: Stewart-Romero
• Era: 1940s
• Construction: Hand-lasted leather uppers, traditional stitched welt, leather soles
• Toe/heel: Classic pointed toe with a balanced walking heel
• Shaft: Deep brown leather with original golden-tan Western stitch pattern

Size & fit

• Women’s 6 B
• True vintage fit; snug, elegant profile typical of 1950s ladies boots

Condition grade: Vintage A

• Immaculate overall condition
• Leather remains supple with a rich, even patina
• Stitching crisp and intact throughout
• Soles show only light, honest wear—plenty of life left

Why we love them

Stewart-Romero boots are museum-level Western history, and finding a 1950s ladies pair in this condition is exceptionally rare. These embody the restrained elegance of early Romero work—no flash, just perfect proportions, flawless stitching, and timeless wearability.

Notes & care

Conditioned and ready to wear. Store with cedar shoe trees to maintain shape and leather health.

SKU: NB-SR-1950s-6B

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s Frye Western Boots — Women’s 6 M

A bold, unmistakable slice of 1960s Americana—rich red leather, classic Western lines, and that unmistakable Frye attitude that never goes out of style.

Era & Build

• Maker: Frye
• Era: 1960s
• Handcrafted leather construction
• Traditional stitched leather soles with stacked heels
• Medium pointed toe with a clean Western profile
• Cream lightning-style shaft accents with contrast stitching

Size & Fit

• Women’s 6 M
• True vintage fit with a secure heel and comfortable instep
• Ideal for collectors or everyday wear if you love a true mid-century silhouette

Condition

• Condition grade: Vintage C+
• Naturally broken-in leather with visible creasing and light scuffing
• Minor marks throughout consistent with age and wear
• Soles show wear but remain solid and wearable
• Structurally sound with no major flaws

Why we love them

That deep red leather paired with crisp cream detailing is pure 1960s Western design—confident, expressive, and unapologetic. These boots don’t whisper; they speak. A perfect example of Frye’s early craftsmanship when everything was still built to be worn hard and last decades.

Notes & Care

• Cleaned and conditioned
• Recommend cedar shoe trees to maintain shape when stored

SKU: NB-FRYE-1960s-RED-6M

Shipping: Insured and double-boxed. International duties or VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s •Tony Lama Checkered Cowboy Boots • Women’s 6 M

 (Slight repair done)

Pure 1960s Western pop—graphic, playful, and unmistakably Tony Lama.

Era & build

• Maker: Tony Lama
• Era: 1960s
• Construction: Hand-lasted leather uppers with stitched leather soles
• Toe: Snip / narrow almond toe
• Heel: Classic mid cowboy heel
• Details: Red-and-white checkered leather vamps and heels, crisp white shafts, matching checkered topline overlays with bold scroll cutouts

Size & fit

• Tagged size: Women’s 6 M
• Fit notes: True to vintage medium width; sleek profile through the instep and toe

Condition grade: Vintage C+

• Strong, clean white shafts with light creasing from wear
• Checkered leather remains vibrant and intact
• Soles show moderate wear consistent with age
• One small stitched repair on shaft (pictured), structurally sound
• Heels solid and ready for wear
  -These boots have had a repair to the back of the left boot as seen in the pictures 

Why we love them

These are peak mid-century Tony Lama—fearless color, graphic patterning, and that unmistakable 1960s confidence. The red checkered leather reads almost mod-art meets rodeo, making them equally collectible and wearable. Rare, joyful boots with serious personality.

Notes & care

Freshly conditioned and ready to wear. Avoid excessive moisture and store with cedar shoe trees to maintain shape.

SKU: NB-TONYLAMA-1960s-CHECKER-6M

Shipping: Insured, double-boxed shipping. International duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s Justin Boots Blue Lightning Cowboy Boots — Women’s 6.5 C

A knockout mid-century pair with real presence — vivid blue leather, sharp white contrast toes, and classic Justin lightning-bolt stitching straight out of the 1960s.

Era & Build

• Maker: Justin Boots
• Era: 1960s
• Construction: Traditional stitched leather soles
• Shaft: Tall western shaft with bold lightning-style embroidery
• Toe: Pointed/snipped western toe with white overlay
• Heel: Cuban heel, original profile intact

Size & Fit

• Tagged size: Women’s 6.5
• Width: C (vintage narrow)
• Fit notes: True 1960s Justin fit — snug through the forefoot and instep, secure heel

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Strong, supple leather with natural creasing from age
• Scuffing and wear consistent with honest vintage use
• Soles show wear but plenty of life remaining
• Structurally sound and ready to wear

Why we love them

This colorway doesn’t come around often. The electric blue paired with crisp white detailing and red accent stitching is pure mid-century western attitude — bold, graphic, and unmistakably vintage Justin.

Notes & Care

Conditioned and wearable as-is. Store with boot trees to maintain shape and shaft structure.

SKU: NB-Justin-1960s-Blue-6.5C

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

 Rocketbuster • Flame-Stitch Western • Women’s 6.5 M

A bold, classic western silhouette with unmistakable Rocketbuster attitude—black leather vamps paired with striking red shafts and crisp white stitchwork.

Era & build

• Maker: Rocketbuster Boots
• Era: Modern vintage-inspired western
• Construction: Traditional western construction with leather soles and stacked heels
• Design: Jet-black leather foot with pointed toe; vivid red shafts with flame-style white stitching
• Heel: Medium western heel, balanced and wearable

Size & fit

• Women’s size: 6.5 M
• Fit notes: True to size with a comfortable medium width through the ball; classic western instep

Condition grade

Vintage A

• Leather remains supple and well-kept
• Minimal wear to soles and heels
• Clean interiors with intact Rocketbuster label
• No structural issues; ready to wear

Why we love them

Rocketbuster is known for leaning into personality, and this pair delivers—clean black lines grounded by fiery red shafts that feel timeless yet fearless. An easy statement boot that works just as well dressed up or worn hard.

Notes & care

• Conditioned and ready to wear
• Recommend occasional leather conditioning to maintain color and suppleness

SKU: NB-RB-RED-65

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Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s • ACME CUSTOM • Thunderbird Eagle Inlay • Women’s 6.5 B

Why we love them

A striking pair of 1960s Acme Customs that carry the bold spirit of mid-century Western style. The golden eagle/Thunderbird inlay radiates power against rich chocolate-brown leather, making these boots as much a piece of Americana art as they are footwear. Sturdy, soulful, and beautifully broken in, they tell stories of dance halls, dirt roads, and everything in between.

Spec Card

• Maker: Acme Custom (woven Acme Custom pull-tag)
• Era: 1960s (construction & design cues)
• Upper: deep brown cowhide with golden eagle/Thunderbird inlay and contrast stitch embroidery
• Lining: full leather with original Acme Custom stamp
• Construction: stitched welt, pegged leather outsole with D-shaped rubber caps
• Toe: classic rounded snip
• Heel: underslung cowboy heel with rubber caps
• Size: Women’s 6.5 B (standard width)

Heritage Notes

Acme was one of America’s most prolific bootmakers of the 20th century, especially known for making Western boots accessible without sacrificing bold design. Their “Custom” line represented higher-end, carefully detailed boots—pieces built to last. The Thunderbird/eagle motif was a favorite among mid-century bootmakers, symbolizing strength, freedom, and flight.

Condition

Well-loved vintage with scuffs and wear at the toes and vamps—just the kind of honest patina that reminds us these boots lived a life. Soles and heels remain in solid shape with plenty of miles left to go.

1960s • Acme • “Garden Party” Floral-Inlay Shorty Boots • Women’s 6.5

Why We Love Them

Mid-century showboots with a neon-poster palette. Emerald shafts bloom with marigold petals and embossed terracotta flowers; caramel vamps flash flame stitching. Shorty height, snip toe, and that unmistakable ACME swagger. 

Spec Card

• Maker: Acme Boot Company
• Model: “Garden Party” Floral-Inlay Shorty (pee-wee height)
• Era: 1960s
• Size: Women’s 6.5
• Upper: Emerald green shafts with yellow and terracotta floral inlays, cream piping, deep-V scallops, blue ACME pull tabs
• Vamp: Caramel brown leather with flame/leaf overlays and contrast stitch
• Toe: Snip
• Heel: Western underslung, stacked leather with later rubber caps (~1¾”)
• Lining: Full leather
• Construction: Stitched welt, leather soles with lemonwood pegs
• Details: Multitone inlays, bold color blocking, classic mid-century silhouette

The Story

In the ’60s, Acme leaned into graphic inlay work that borrowed from border-boot tradition and honky-tonk flash. This pair captures that spirit—garden-bright shafts over hot-rod vamps—equal parts cowgirl and rockabilly.  

Nashville Booted Notes

From our Mid-Century Inlay Archives. Clean, supple uppers with honest wear at the toes and counters; soles show moderate use with plenty of life. Inlays are secure and stitching is tight. Conditioned and ready to roll.

1950s • Unknown Maker • Red & Cream Western Shorty Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

Classic mid-century cowgirl shorties in bold red with cream inlays — equal parts rodeo spirit and rockabilly charm. Worn-in with character, built to last another lifetime.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unknown (likely Texas origin)
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: All-leather build with nailed leather soles and stacked underslung heels
• Shaft: 9” height, cream inlays with flame-style cutouts
• Toe / Heel: Snip toe, 1.75” cowboy underslung heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 6.5 M — fits true to modern women’s 6.5
• Slightly narrow through the instep, typical of the era

Condition grade: Vintage D

• Moderate surface wear and patina throughout
• Scuffing and color variation on vamps
• Sole and heel show wear but remain solid
• Interior leather softened from age and use

Also some visible breaks in the inlays which are visible in the photos. If you’re looking for a cheaper pair of 50’s era boots these might be a decent option. Especially if you have an affinity for distressed boots.  

Why we love them

Those striped pull tabs tell you everything — pure mid-century flair. The red-and-cream contrast, short cut, and flame inlay design embody the golden age of Western style. Honest, hardworking boots with story and soul.

Notes & Care

Cleaned, conditioned, and ready for display or light wear. Store with cedar inserts to maintain form.

SKU: NB-1950s-RedCream-Shorty-6.5M

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

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1950s • Western Classic • “Cream Flame” Pee-Wee Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

A quintessential pair of mid-century Western pee-wees — compact, fiery, and full of charm. These 1950s brown-and-cream boots capture the golden age of cowboy style, when craftsmanship and flair walked hand in hand.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unmarked Custom Western
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: Full leather build with cream flame inlays and hand-stitched collar pattern
• Height: ~9” shaft, ~1¾” underslung heel
• Toe: Tapered medium snip

Size & Fit

• Tagged women’s 6.5 M — fits true; modest instep typical of vintage pairs

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Light wear at toes and counters
• Original leather soles show moderate use with life left
• Stitching and inlays remain solid and intact
• Even color tone with rich patina developing through the vamps

Why We Love Them

The simplicity of the two-tone design — deep brown with cream flames — gives these boots a classic, no-nonsense Western elegance. The pee-wee height adds versatility, perfect for denim or dresses alike.

Notes & Care

Cleaned and conditioned with Bick 4. Store with boot trees to preserve the silhouette.

SKU: NB-1950S-CREAMFLAME-6_5M

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1950s Tipico Appliqué Cowboy Boots — Women’s 6.5 B (Narrow)

A true mid-century Mexican cowboy boot — soft, sculptural leather with bold appliqué that feels more folk art than fashion.

Era & build

• Maker: Tipico
• Era: 1950s
• Origin: Hecho en México
• Construction: Traditional leather construction with stacked leather heel
• Details: Hand-cut appliqué in oxblood, tan, and mustard with contrast piping at the collar
• Toe / heel: Classic almond toe with a medium walking heel

Size & fit

• Women’s size: 6.5
• Width: B (narrow)
• Fit notes: Narrow through the forefoot and instep, typical of mid-century Mexican boots; soft shaft leather with a structured footbed

Condition

Condition grade: Vintage B

• Honest, even wear throughout
• Natural creasing to the vamps from age and use
• Soles show wear but retain solid life
• Appliqué intact with no losses
• Original interior Tipico label present

Why we love them

These are the boots real working women wore in the 1950s — handmade in Mexico, built for durability, and finished with expressive appliqué instead of flashy stitching. The color blocking is bold yet restrained, and the patina is exactly what collectors look for.

Understated, soulful, and increasingly hard to find in a true narrow width.

Notes & care

Conditioned and ready to wear. Store with boot trees or paper to maintain shaft shape. Avoid heavy polishing to preserve the original patina.

SKU: NB-TIPICO-1950s-APL-W65B

Shipping: Insured and double-boxed. International buyers — duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.