Ostrich is one of the most versatile hides that we utilize. It is extremely soft, but as strong as alligator.  With Nicotine ostrich and black uppers, it is absolutely one of the most beautiful boots you can buy.  We use no synthetic material and every part of it is handmade (which is why this boot will last a lifetime). These details are important. 1.5” Square Cowboy Toe Uppers have Lone Star ostrich inlay and 12" high Heel is leather stacked 1 1/2” Soles are hand pegged with lemonwood, reinforced with brass clinch nails Reinforced pulls   Lux-calf interior for glove-like comfort  Full leather insole (for breathability and custom shaping to your foot). Our stock boots are 'true to size' in order to conform perfectly with your foot, but this makes them more of a custom feel (slightly tighter). Other companies tend to oversize their boots, so if you want a comparable fit then go up a half size (if a 10 in other stock boots, order a 10.5) - Its free to exchange if something is off! Our Full Leather Insoles allow the Width to be Modifiable! They are built on an EE base and have a full leather insole that (when inserted) makes the boot a D width (normal).  So, simply remove this leather insert for EE (wide) width, or keep it inserted for D (normal) width.  They will conform comfortably to your feet either way.   *UPDATE November 26, 2024: DUE to the high demand - we are not taking any more initials at this time.  Add up to 3 initials on the pulls (black, brown, or bone) to customize the boots.  Put the initials in the Order Notes.  We handmake these (inlay into the pulls) and it takes us 4-6 weeks to complete this before shipping boots to you. Add a Sole Protector Here ----- These boots are dedicated to the scenic Devil's Backbone drive in the Texas Hill Country.  It's an absolutely beautiful drive but be careful because there are many reports of spirits that roam the area.  For spirits of another kind go see our friends at the Devils Backbone Tavern.