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08-20-2008, 12:07 PM
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Boot stores in Austin? New or used
Where are the best places in Austin to do some serious boot shopping? For new or used classic cowboy boots (ladies).
Have only visited Allens Boots on South Congress so far...beautiful boots but mostly above the meagre budget of $200...
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08-20-2008, 12:52 PM
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cavender's?
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08-20-2008, 02:26 PM
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Have you checked out a local goodwill? Don't want that "new boots" look.
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08-20-2008, 02:50 PM
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Have you checked out a local goodwill? Don't want that "new boots" look.
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yes, two branches, but not a western boot in sight! I think the dealers get there early....  |
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08-20-2008, 02:53 PM
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I would say that most 'nice' boots start at around $200-$300. Under $200, you are going to maybe get some decent ropers or work boots, but nothing to go dancing in .
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08-20-2008, 03:18 PM
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There's a boot store on south Congress. We bought our daughter and niece a pair there.
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08-20-2008, 04:03 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by southdown
Where are the best places in Austin to do some serious boot shopping? For new or used classic cowboy boots (ladies).
Have only visited Allens Boots on South Congress so far...beautiful boots but mostly above the meagre budget of $200...
thanks in advance! |
They aren't cheap but you might try the vintage/resale shops around town. There are too many to count but I see nice looking boots every time I'm in one of those places. S 1st(Flashback, The Opera House have some) and SCongress(New Bohemia, UnCommon Objects), S Lamar and N Loop(Room Service) all have a bunch of resale shops. Try Buffalo Exchange on Guadalupe(just be warned that it's hipster/student central!)
Funny, but I found a cool pair at a vintage shop back when I was still in Cleveland, Ohio for $40. They aren't the fanciest but they get the job done! The prices are totally inflated here, especially Allen's. |
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08-20-2008, 04:24 PM
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They aren't the fanciest but they get the job done!
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Twange, did you learn how to 2-step down there?!?!   |
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08-20-2008, 04:56 PM
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Naw...not yet! I should though, I ain't a bad dancer I like boots because they add a bit to my height...Italian/Irish heritage 
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08-21-2008, 06:31 AM
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Take the drive out to Wimberley and check out Wild West Boots ...
300 pairs of used boots. Great place..
Cheers
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