Vintage Late 1990s Sendra Longhorn & Stars Cowboy Boots
Size: Men’s 10 D
Vintage Late 1990s Sendra Longhorn & Stars Cowboy Boots
Size: Men’s 10 D
Maker: Sendra Boots (Almansa, Spain)
Era: Late 1990s
Condition: Good Vintage Condition
The Boots
These are boots that demand to be seen. A stunning pair of vintage Sendra cowboy boots in a bold black, red, and white colorway featuring an iconic Western motif executed with European flair. Every inch of these boots is loaded with detail — from the red flame wingtip overlays at the toe to the longhorn skull inlays at the back, these are a statement piece in every sense.
The black leather shafts showcase an elaborate design featuring white leather longhorn skull inlays with sweeping horns, white star cut-outs, and intricate red stitched leaf patterns that cascade across the entire shaft. The collar features a dramatic red leather overlay in a bold geometric pattern with cut-out star details. At the heel counter, red flame-style inlays rise from the base, mirroring the fire motif at the toe. The sharp, elongated snip toe is classic Sendra — aggressive, confident, and unmistakably European in its proportions.
The leather soles bear the embossed Sendra “S” logo at the heel, and the boots are fully leather-lined in Sendra’s signature cream interior.
Sendra: Spain’s Premier Boot House
Sendra Boots has been handcrafting Western and biker boots in Almansa, Spain, since 1913 — over a century of family-owned bootmaking in the Castilla-La Mancha region, an area historically renowned for its leather and shoemaking traditions. While American bootmakers dominated the domestic market, Sendra carved out a legendary reputation across Europe and internationally by blending traditional Western silhouettes with a distinctly European boldness in design and color.
Sendra boots became the go-to choice for the European rockabilly, country, and rock scenes throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Their willingness to push boundaries — sharper toes, bolder inlays, more aggressive color combinations — earned them a cult following among musicians, bikers, and fashion-forward Westerners who wanted something with more edge than a standard American stock boot.
Every Sendra boot is handmade using the Goodyear welt construction method, ensuring durability and the ability to be resoled. The leather is sourced and tanned in Spain, and the craftsmanship reflects over a century of accumulated expertise.
Condition
These boots are in good vintage condition. The black leather remains supple and glossy, and all red and white inlays are intact and securely attached. There is natural creasing in the shaft leather consistent with wear. The leather soles show moderate use, and the heels retain the embossed Sendra branding. The snip toes show minor scuffing at the tips. Overall, these present beautifully and are ready to wear.
The Appeal
Finding vintage Sendras in the U.S. market is uncommon — these boots were far more prevalent in Europe, and relatively few made it stateside. The combination of Spanish craftsmanship, the bold longhorn-and-stars design, and the rockabilly attitude makes this pair a standout for anyone looking for Western boots with serious personality. These are stage boots, honky-tonk boots, Saturday-night boots — built to be noticed.