Cowboy boot Importance
Cowboy Boot Importance in 1800s
It has always been important that cowboys wear footwear that was
durable and comfortable for use in his daily work. His boots needed to
be resistant to potential weather hazards such as rain and snow, and
extreme heat, as well as other potential risks such as snakes, while
riding cross-country. It has always been important that the cowboy stays
comfortable under those conditions.
In the 1870s and 1880s cowboys apparently requested that their boot
makers modify the current boots so that they were more suitable for
their working conditions. Most of the boot makers of that era were
located in the areas of the cattle drive such as Texas, Oklahoma and
Kansas. The two most well known boot makers of that time were Charles
Hyer of the Hyer Brothers Boots in Kansas and "Big Daddy Joe" Justin of
Justin Boots in Texas.
The most well known icon that symbolizes the American cowboy is the
cowboy boot. Throughout the history of the cowboy, it was essential for
cowboys to be able to easily and swiftly mount and dismount their
horses. They needed sturdy boots while working cattle, as well as when
training their new horses.
The historical account of the cowboy boot in the United States implies
that it was actually derived from Calvary boots worn during the Civil
War, as well as other designs of that era. However, it is known that for
centuries horsemen throughout the world have preferred high-heeled
boots. A century or two ago, a horseman was considered a noble
profession. In fact, the saying "well heeled" was derived from the
horsemen who wore high heeled boots.
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