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James Black 1978

Cody James Black 1978 Western Boot

  • Caiman belly leather vamp
  • Calfskin shaft
  • 8 row western stitch pattern plus cording
  • Goodyear welt, tonal channelled
  • Leather outsole with rubber heel cap
  • Square toe, pull-on, cognac

Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A dress western boot that pairs an exotic caiman belly vamp with a calfskin shaft and Goodyear welt construction. Water resistance and heel height are not listed.

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ASIN: B0FH589G8JModel: Black 1978Category: Western Boots

Sizes Available

7.588.58.5 Wide99 Wide9.59.5 Wide1010 Wide10.510.5 Wide11 Wide1212 Wide

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Overview

A wedding, a night out or a rodeo grandstand is where this Cody James boot shines, with a caiman belly leather vamp and a stitched calfskin shaft. A Goodyear welt joins the leather outsole, and a rubber heel cap adds grip at the back.

The exotic vamp and stitched shaft make a statement western boot, and the Goodyear welt allows resoling. Water resistance and heel height are not stated, and exotic leather asks for careful upkeep.

Who it's for

Weddings, dances and dressy occasions in western style suit this boot. Barn and field work calls for plain leather and water resistance.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Caiman belly vamp
  • Calfskin shaft with stitch pattern
  • Goodyear welt construction
  • Rubber heel cap adds grip
Cons
  • Heel height not listed
  • Exotic leather needs careful upkeep
  • Not for wet work

Performance notes

Durability comes from the Goodyear welt, which stitches the sole so it can be replaced. The rubber heel cap takes the wear of each step, while the caiman vamp needs care to resist scuffs and water spots.

Specifications

BrandJames Black 1978
ModelBlack 1978
Construction & materials
ColorCognac
Sole MaterialLeather outsole, rubber heel cap
Outer MaterialCaiman belly leather vamp, calfskin shaft
ConstructionTonal channelled Goodyear welt
Other details
Toe StyleSquare toe
Closure TypePull-on
liningdescriptionCowhide in top and vamp
Style Number3189894
Shaft detail8 row western stitch, hand laid cording

Frequently asked questions

Can the sole on this Cody James boot be replaced?

It uses a Goodyear welt construction, which is stitched rather than glued.

What toe shape does this Cody James boot have?

A square toe.