1970s • Larry Mahan Desert Scene Inlay • Women’s 7.5 B

1990s Montana Horse & Rider Cowboy Boots — Women’s 9 B

Bold, graphic, and unmistakably ’90s—these Montana boots are Western storytelling in motion.

Era & build

• Maker: Montana

• Era: 1990s

• Construction: Leather uppers with stitched leather soles

• Toe: Snip / narrow almond toe

• Heel: Classic mid cowboy heel

• Details: Black leather vamps with pink shafts featuring bold horse-and-rider appliqué, contrast black overlays, and cutout detailing at the topline

Size & fit

• Tagged size: Women’s 9 B

• Fit notes: True vintage B width; comfortable through the instep with a sleek, feminine profile

Condition grade: Vintage B

• Uppers show light creasing and honest wear

• Pink leather remains vibrant with strong contrast

• Appliqué graphics intact and clean

• Soles show moderate wear; plenty of life left

• Heels solid and stable

Why we love them

These boots capture everything great about 1990s Western design—fearless color, graphic imagery, and a little attitude. The horse-and-rider motif gives them a bold narrative feel that reads equal parts rodeo, country music video, and vintage Americana.

Notes & care

Conditioned and ready to wear. Store with cedar shoe trees to maintain shape and avoid prolonged sun exposure to preserve the pink leather.

SKU: NB-MONTANA-1990s-HORSE-9B

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1960s Acme Thunderbird Inlay — Women’s 7

A killer mid-century Acme with bold thunderbird inlays—clean, graphic, and unmistakably Western.

Era & build

• Maker: Acme Boot Co.
• Era: 1960s
• Black leather uppers with turquoise, cream, and gold stitched thunderbird motifs
• Traditional leather soles with stacked heels
• Classic pointed toe, medium heel

Size & fit

• Women’s size 7
• True vintage fit; comfortable through the instep with a sleek, feminine profile

Condition grade: Vintage A-

• Excellent leather integrity with a rich, even patina
• Light, honest wear at the toes and shafts (see photos)
• Soles show use but plenty of life left
• No cracks, no structural issues

Why we love them

These hit the sweet spot: iconic Acme construction paired with one of the most collectible Western motifs of the era. The thunderbird design reads like wearable folk art—strong lines, perfect color balance, and pure 1960s attitude.

Notes & care

Conditioned and ready to wear. Store with cedar shoe trees and keep leather nourished to preserve the inlays.

SKU: NB-ACME-60s-THUNDERBIRD-W7

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

Old Gringo “Pin-Up Girl” Graphic Boots — Women’s 9 B

A cult-favorite Old Gringo design that rarely surfaces: hand-finished leather with bold pin-up girl artwork.

Era & build

• Maker: Old Gringo
• Origin: Made in Mexico
• Construction: Traditional western build with leather soles and stacked heels
• Details: Full graphic shafts with classic pin-up cowgirl scenes, sheriff star motifs, rope & star accents

Size & fit

• Tagged size: Women’s 9 B (narrow width)
• True to vintage Old Gringo fit

Condition grade: Vintage B

• Honest wear consistent with age and character
• Graphics remain strong and legible throughout
• Soles show light wear; plenty of life left
• Structurally sound with no major issues

Why we love them

• These are hard-to-find Old Gringo grails — wearable western folk art.
• The pin-up graphics hit that perfect crossroads of Americana, rodeo culture, and rebel femininity.
• Statement boots that still pair effortlessly with denim, dresses, or a worn leather jacket.

 Notes & care

• Conditioned leather recommended; store with boot trees to maintain shape.

Justin Heart Inlay Western Boots — Women’s 7.5 B

Era & build

• Maker: Justin Boots, USA
• Era: 1990s
• Construction: Traditional leather soles with pegged waist and stacked leather heels
• Vamp: Turquoise textured leather with fine Western stitch pattern
• Shaft: Crackled tan leather with multi-color embroidered scrollwork
• Inlays: Red leather heart cut-outs framed by turquoise collar overlay
• Toe: Classic pointed Western toe
• Heel: Traditional cowboy heel

Size & fit

• Tagged size: Women’s 7.5 B
• Fit: True to size, standard vintage width
• Best for standard-width feet; vintage Justin boots tend to hug the instep comfortably

Condition grade: Vintage A-

• Excellent vintage condition overall
• Leather remains supple and structurally sound
• Light honest wear to soles consistent with minimal use
• Minor surface patina and faint marks typical of age
• Heels, piping, and inlays remain crisp and vibrant

Why we love them

This is exactly the kind of boot driving today’s women’s vintage market — bold color, graphic inlay, and unmistakable personality. The red heart cut-outs against turquoise and tan create a striking contrast rarely seen in Justin’s standard production. They feel closer to a custom fashion boot than a mass-market pair, embodying the playful optimism of 1990s Western design.

These are statement boots — unmistakable from across the room, and impossible to replicate today.

Notes & care

Condition leather occasionally with a neutral conditioner to preserve flexibility. Store upright with boot trees away from direct sunlight to maintain color integrity.

SKU: NB-JUSTIN-HEART-1970s-W7.5

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

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.