Tony Lama Boots is one of the most recognizable cowboy boot makers in the world. Starting off as an apprentice for his uncle at age 11, Lama began learning the art that would later make his name one of the most famous in cowboy boot history. After finishing his stint as a U.S. Cavalry, he stayed in El Paso, Texas were he started his business. Lama started off doing only boot repairs, but it didn’t take long for him to begin making cowboy boots—or for word to get out about how great he was at doing it. Before Lama knew it, he had ranchers and cavalrymen beating down the door for a pair of his cowboy boots. During that first year, he and an apprentice made 20 pairs of boots. Having been in the U.S. Cavalry, Lama understood firsthand the importance of a great-fitting, comfortable cowboy boot—and it was that realization that sent him on the quest to make a cowboy boot that included those elements. Tony Lama Boots has come a long way since making those first few pairs of cowboy boots so many years ago—today the boots are known worldwide, with many loyal customers. With such success and demand, Lama developed a way to make a larger number of cowboy boots, without sacrificing the key, hand-made steps that make his boots exceptional. You can see the dedication to detail in every pair of Tony Lama cowboy boots—from the extremely exotic leathers and hides, right down to the design of the boot. In the 1990s, Tony Lama Boots became a part of the Justin Boots family to help them reach a large, and ever-growing customer base, while still maintaining their attention to detail. The merger has successfully yielded a larger and more productive cowboy boot company. With Tony Lama cowboy boots you will feel like you’re in the Old West with every step you take.