An exceptional vintage pair of Lucchese Full Quill Caiman Cowboy Boots, handmade in Texas circa 1978, exemplifying the craftsmanship and luxury that defined Lucchese’s golden era of Western bootmaking.
These archive boots feature genuine full caiman belly leather vamps—expertly tanned to a deep, rich chestnut brown—paired with smooth calfskin shafts intricately embroidered in a tonal Western scroll pattern. The contrast of textures, from the glossy reptilian surface to the supple shaft, embodies Lucchese’s mastery of traditional techniques refined over a century of production.
Constructed on a classic snip toe with a medium cowboy heel, these boots showcase Goodyear welted soles, leather insoles, and fully hand-lasted construction, ensuring both longevity and comfort. The interior bears the Lucchese Bootmaker San Antonio, Texas hallmark, stamped and embroidered into the leather lining — confirming their origin from the brand’s most collectible production period.
A rare, museum-quality example of American Western luxury from one of the most storied bootmakers in the world.
Key Details
Brand: Lucchese Bootmaker
Origin: Handmade in Texas, USA
Era: Circa 1978 (Archive Period)
Size: 8 D (Men’s Standard Width)
Color: Chestnut Brown
Material:
Vamp: Genuine Full Caiman Belly Leather
Shaft: Premium Calfskin Leather
Sole: Hand-stitched Leather
Features:
Genuine exotic caiman belly uppers
Tonal stitched Western scroll pattern on shaft
Snip toe silhouette
13" shaft height (approx.)
1.5" cowboy heel
Leather lining and insole
Goodyear welt construction
Vintage Lucchese pull tabs with woven brand label
Condition
Excellent vintage condition — leather retains its natural luster and structure with minimal surface wear consistent with careful storage and light use. Soles and stitching remain intact and strong. A highly preserved pair from the late 1970s, showcasing beautiful patina and authenticity.
An exceptional vintage pair of Lucchese Full Quill Caiman Cowboy Boots, handmade in Texas circa 1978, exemplifying the craftsmanship and luxury that defined Lucchese’s golden era of Western bootmaking.
These archive boots feature genuine full caiman belly leather vamps—expertly tanned to a deep, rich chestnut brown—paired with smooth calfskin shafts intricately embroidered in a tonal Western scroll pattern. The contrast of textures, from the glossy reptilian surface to the supple shaft, embodies Lucchese’s mastery of traditional techniques refined over a century of production.
Constructed on a classic snip toe with a medium cowboy heel, these boots showcase Goodyear welted soles, leather insoles, and fully hand-lasted construction, ensuring both longevity and comfort. The interior bears the Lucchese Bootmaker San Antonio, Texas hallmark, stamped and embroidered into the leather lining — confirming their origin from the brand’s most collectible production period.
A rare, museum-quality example of American Western luxury from one of the most storied bootmakers in the world.
Key Details
Brand: Lucchese Bootmaker
Origin: Handmade in Texas, USA
Era: Circa 1978 (Archive Period)
Size: 8 D (Men’s Standard Width)
Color: Chestnut Brown
Material:
Vamp: Genuine Full Caiman Belly Leather
Shaft: Premium Calfskin Leather
Sole: Hand-stitched Leather
Features:
Genuine exotic caiman belly uppers
Tonal stitched Western scroll pattern on shaft
Snip toe silhouette
13" shaft height (approx.)
1.5" cowboy heel
Leather lining and insole
Goodyear welt construction
Vintage Lucchese pull tabs with woven brand label
Condition
Excellent vintage condition — leather retains its natural luster and structure with minimal surface wear consistent with careful storage and light use. Soles and stitching remain intact and strong. A highly preserved pair from the late 1970s, showcasing beautiful patina and authenticity.
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