Cowboy Boot Fitting | Texas Traditions Handmade Boots | Lee Miller
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Cowboy Boot Fitting for Kirby Allison. Kirby visits Lee Miller from Texas Traditions to be fitted for his first ever pair of handmade boots.
Lee Miller is a bootmaker based in Austin, TX. From his workshop, he handcrafts boots for famous country musicians and Hollywood stars alike. Lee is a true craftsman and completes almost all the work by himself. Kirby was honored to meet him and get fitted for a pair of his own, and we are excited to share this unique experience with you.
@KirbyAllison My Dad was a custom bootmaker and Lee was one of hos closest friends. Lee and his wife are gorgeous people who have taken many people from around the world to pass on the trade. Glad you got to meet them.
I know this was filmed in 2018 but i stumbled across it this evening. Why would people give this video a thumbs down ? This makes sure your getting a proper fit. Native americans also traced around the foot to make moccasins
8:19 "I'm using a tracing device"... Otherwise known as a pencil
Justin Rothwell the pencil was in a block to make sure it stayed perpendicular to his work surface and wasn’t angled by his hand
I call my car a Transportation Device...
Wtf that’s homo😘😘😘
@@Sinnernine "homo" means man. If you mean homosexual, what exactly was the sexual bit for you? Is it feet in general?
no, that's a tracing device, bud
I need navy boots to go with my navy suit for war.
"Establish"
@@Rippard "perfect" 😉
Let me establish your foot size through our measuring service.
Joeker thank you for establishing that you need to establish my foot size
We have three different boot sizes.
Awesome vid! I have size 16 wide feet and this is exactly what i experience to get the right shoes whether it's boots, dress shoes or athletic shoes. It's a art form and I have no issues with my shoes or feet. Pricey but worth it. I enjoyed seeing the whole process, thanks for sharing.
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It's rely unbelievable how interesting is the job of a bootsmaker on, this kind of master craft is going to die out because nobody is able to teach the younger generation.
I love that you wore a button down shirt with a blazer and pocket square to get some cowboy boots. LEGEND
“Ordinary people, like you and me.”
My man.
You are far from ordinary.
LEE may well be the ultimate professional in this industry.
I love these kind of videos. The craftsmanship is incredible.
Living in the UK this is a super random UA-cam algorithm recommendation. Still my mother was really into country line dance and would have loved a real cowboy boot fitting from this gentleman.
I think they fell in love when they stared into each other’s eyes in the first 4 minutes. Seriously but why is Kirby staring into the guys soul like that
Thank you so much for not editing the video down or cutting it short I’m so thankful for every second of what I just watched. That was truly amazing this guy is the Bob Ross of bootmaking
Nice to see it being done the traditional way. The modern way would be to have a 3D scan done and a CNC machine carve the last in seconds! I much prefer the old way, you build a friendship with the craftsman/ artisan doing the work and that's a very good thing.
Wow... a true professional. He knows his stuff.
Pure ASMR! I’d love to make it all the way through the video, but I always put in on when I’m laying down at night. Puts me down in 5 minutes
Fun fact: the Brannock Device was invented in Syracuse, NY, and last year the city's baseball team, the Syracuse Chiefs, had a night saluting the Brannock Device. They wore custom jerseys and stuff and called themselves the "Syracuse Devices" :P
Hey let's see the new boots! I sat through the entire video just to be let down with no finished product.
majorghn it takes around 3 years to get boots from him made for new customers
I'm not watching now lol
What I'm half way through and I'm now going to fuck off this video and not watch any more.
RIPPED OFF. NOT HAPPY
Hey - the boots are done now
Here here
I can't believe how many measurements he takes! Amazing!
I can't believe how many times he says "Kirby"!
What a great video! I personally have 4 pairs of boots and let me tell you....finding a pair of boots that fit right is very difficult. For example, you can try on two pairs of boots of the same size and style and they will fit very differently. And good luck finding a boot store in the NY/NJ area....not so easy anymore.
BTW....thanks for making great hangers..Bought some of your men's suit and shirt hangers over the hoidays....Wow...these are great...especially the suit hangers!
Great video Kirby and thank you for keeping it long running for the process. I'm a television editor and "chopping up" footage is second nature but these videos are so enjoyable when allowed to just run naturally with the detail of the process. Great stuff!
Well done, Mr. Allison. I was going to say that most boot wearers in Texas or other hot climes prefer a thicker cotton or even wool sock that will breathe.
Perhaps you have discovered this? I would say most prefer over the calf or at least mid calf fitment. 11/2" above mid calf is the preferred height, depending on the length of you calf.
There is a Jerry Jeff Walker song about Capitol Saddlery where Charlie Dunn worked. He even worked on my factory made boots, but I never had the luxury of having a pair made for me by him.
oh yeah, wool socks in boots are the best
"What's the date...July? No, September..."
"I was at a party last night...no, it was five years ago..."
This is amazing and I hope to have the opportunity of getting measured like this someday.
Also, I learned a lot in this video about foot support. Thank you!
This was a good and very informative video, I have been thinking about getting custom-made shoes for a long time and now I know I need to.
Fascinating. What a skilled artisan. I’m surprised that foot measurements are not done thru computerized technology. Looking forward to your boot unboxing.
Allen Sandusky I find myself surprised regarding the lack of technology as well, particularly in regards to last making. As much as I enjoy a master craftsman carrying on traditional methods, I can’t help but think a person’s foot could be 3D scanned in much less time with much greater precision, then a custom last could be 3D printed.
Allen Sandusky There are a few companies that try this, but at this point it is all very gimmicky. It is kianda like Chess - it takes a master’s intimidation to really nail the last just correctly.
I trust Lee more than any machine and it is an artists touch that gets it right.
@@TravisL001 You may be missing the finer points in life Travis. Are all of your meals prepared by means of a microwave oven too?
Allen Sandusky I get what you are saying! I have a prosthetic and I have been to a place that does the electronic scans and it never fits as well as when they do a casting process. I imagine this is how it works with this process as well. Some things technology changes are good, but others haven’t been perfected enough through technology to beat the traditional methods.
I would have never thought you would own cowboy boots! Here in El Paso,TX we have several custom boot makers and the choice in leather and custom stitching and toe and heel design make for a unique boot
Admittedly, I am not a big cowboy boot guy. But I couldn't pass up an opportunity to have Lee make me something.
Saw several pair in Santa Fe from Lucchese Boots that were over $5,000 a pair. I think you may wear them more than you think you will.
It’s great to come back to the first video
Oh this was just TERRIFIC. I learned so much. In my 20s and 30s I was a Frye and Tony Lama man in New York City; now in my 60s I'm currently driving a nice pair of brown Justins here in Los Angeles (always appropriate with a suit or jeans). Off the rack so far, but I'm waiting to see your finished product. I may have to spring for custom after all. I love boots. Maybe we can swap out your navy blazer for a fringed cowhide rodeo coat. Possible? Next, the hat. Thanks for posting this epic educational masterpiece. The Hanger (and BOOT) Project!
Bobby Reed Thanks! This will be my first pair! I’ll probably have to buy some jeans and trousers just for them. Pretty exciting, and it was really insightful for me to hear him talk through the measurements. Few last makers do this.
I've worn boots everyday for 20+ years. I've never had them custom made, but higher quality is a better investment. Even with daily wear I get 7-10 years out of a pair.
You're not saving money if you have to replace them sooner. Also keep an eye on your soles and heals. If you don't get them resoled soon enough you'll ruin the boots.
Are UFO's flying around during this video what that music 😂
WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN NNNNNNNNNNNN head ass
My man went double denim. Canadian tuxedo, classic.
Canadian Tuxedo 😂😂😂
15:20 Now there's a confident man
An absolutely fascinating and absorbing film!
You: A pencil
Me, an intellectual: A tracing device
A device which astronauts brought it to space🤣
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I also have high arched feet, and it's incredibly difficult for me to find comfortable shoes. Looks like I'd benefit a lot from getting a pair of custom boots.
This is great Kirby. I love cowboy boots and have probably 20 pair but no custom ones. This makes me want to take the plunge for ultimate comfort and style. I think a trip to Austin may be in my future! Looking forward to seeing the next segment!
Jim Ring please consider our custom, hand made boots. Proudly made in El Paso, TX, boot making capital of the country. Made to suit your taste and size. Contact me for pics, info, etc, no obligation. Botas Nueva Vizcaya Bnvboots@gmail.com
That was very interesting. I had a pair of speed speed skates made and the guy took a mold of my feet using the material a dentist uses when they take a mold of your mouth. He then filled the mold with plaster and got a detailed mold of my foot. When he was done you could see the veins on my foot. The real amazing thing is when I got the skates it was unbelievable. The fit was unlike anything I have ever experienced. We never wore socks as the mold was taken without wearing socks and if you put socks on your performance went down as you couldn’t feel the skate as well. I had not thought about this but now I want to have boots and shoes made as I can only imagine how great they must be.
Lee Miller is one of a kind!
Happily John Lobb didn't accept him as an apprentice!
His craftsmanship would be hidden for a long time.
In fact he is in another level of boot making.
Thanks for these videos.
If you shown the finshed product for which such precise measurements were taken, it would have been very exciting. I was waiting all the time to watch the boots. Very disappointed.
Syed Kaleemullah I think it’s because it takes over a year to actually make the boots.
Takes around 3 years to make the boots for new customers
@@jasonbeaton9376 huh? How so? The likelyhood of you dying in that time period is immense.
@@jazz8000 ...wherever you're living.... RUN
@@henriksenlaw start at $2900
Great questions Kirby! Brilliant as a true gentleman should be.
Kirby: For someone who only wears dress shoes and socks to match, you will probably end up with boots that are not wide enough to accept thick socks, which you might prefer if you are breaking in new boots. Why not ask the bootmaker for his advice, rather than not knowing what to say, or preferring the dress socks?
Agreed, rather than saying he only wears thin socks, Kirby should've purchased thick boot socks for cowboy boots. I fear his expensive new cowboy boots will ultimately be uncomfortable, especially during break-in, as you stated!
This is really relaxing and satisfying
G00D Afternoon from Auckland, New Zealand it’s Monday, December 30, 2019.
The day before disaster
@@kilian172 0h! That was last year!
You can see the passion in this Artisan boot maker. VIP Thanks for sharing. Angel from The Bay
This dude is a real life Charles Boyle.
Those socks are so elegant
"When ur shaking Someones hand your really shaking their foot" 😂
this is a really good video, thank you so much kirby for sharing this to us
Kirby, did you get your boots or do you have to wait 4 years?
Unfortunately he had to cancel the order a year later due to lack of funds. He mentioned it on Facebook.
This was interesting, not your usual fare and not something I'd have expected to see on your channel. I'm glad you got a quality new pair of boots though.
The whole hand foot thing I'll never get out of my head now! I'll know everyone's foot after shaking their hand. Freaky thought lol.
Kirby,
When do you expect to receive the finished boots?
So glad you did this in-depth, it was fascinating. I am really looking forward to the design video! By the way, I see you are another Timex Easy reader wearer. I have several and collect vintage Timex as well, wonderful watches, did you know the late Leonard Cohen was a fan of them also?
You had me at Cowboy...
I am britsh, have never had an interest in cowboy things, and have never lived on a farm.
Why do I want a pair of these.
you gay?
Because it's nice to own something that's made so specifically for you with such care
15:20 love the confidence
Kirby have You got the Boots ?
This is interesting, thanks for videoing it.
Rodney Ammons is by far the best custom boot maker. I have over 50 pairs.
Good presentation and very informative video.
much enjoyed the whole video ~ thanx for creating
SO I GUESS COUPLE MORE YEARS TO GET TO SEE THE VIDEO WITH THE NEW BOOTS....
This might be a dumb idea, but instead of all these measurements, why don't they just take a casting of the foot and use that as the last?
Sir James W. V. Savile, OBE - Jimmy, they’d still have to measure off from the cast when cutting the leather. How’s the afterlife?
Miles and miles of unattended children.
Sir James W. V. Savile, OBE - very droll - don’t cross any national borders soon.
Why not? I think Interpol has quit looking for me.
Casting takes much longer, and is more expensive than taking measurements; also, if your foot changes size, due to age, weight gain, accidents, ect, you would need to sit for an entire new cast instead of getting measurements taken. What if you're allergic to the casting material? what if you can't take the several hours sitting? The dry measurements are faster, and can be done anywhere too- and it's much easier to teach an apprentice the right way to measure a foot, rather than cast it safely. Less to go wrong.
the handshake comparison is interesting
I have heard the expression "shake a leg"meaning "hurry up" but I have never heard of shaking a foot!
Louie X14 would love this channel
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That’s a nice pair of shoes 👞. :)
I want some boots from this guy!!
All the years I lived in Austin I hate I was never able to visit his shop
He makes beautiful boots
Every time he asks a question the answer was "this is a reference point" lol
They have scanners to measure floor mats for your car, I’m sure that technology can be used for measuring feet
That isn’t as accurate and it’s less genuine as opposed to following the traditions of having yourself properly fitted by a BESPOKE TAILOR or a professional. Technology isn’t the answer for everything it’s not always accurate and I can tell you from experience my measurements have been off from using a digital measurement as opposed to the traditional method.
this is what Bucky Barnes has been doing after avengers
I have a question, in the intro, you have a pen on the desk, with ink bottles behind in the background, can you say what it is, fountain pen?, or Gel?, as you have plenty of videos on shoes and suits, can we have some on pens "gentlemen" like yourself use.
I enjoy your videos kirby, you are a true professional, best of luck in your business ventures. Thanks Bill NW construction
Can you offer a suggestion for proper care of deep grain elephant hide western boots to prevent aging or cracking over time without discoloring the finish much? Possibly do a video in this series referencing care of the unique leathers found on western boots.
If you are just looking to condition, I would use the Saphir Nappa Leather Balm. If you are looking to condition and shine (with waxes), use the Saphir Renovateur.
True master craftsman
You should show how these types of footwear are put together not only the fitting
This measuring was so much more thorough than the shoemakers.
I know! Surprisingly so. It is this attention to detail that makes Lee such an exceptional “fitter”
I hope that you have a finished product video I would love to see them
If Quentin Tarantino was a shoe maker…. Amazing.
Harold Ramis is looking good.
If you decide on a spread collar, you need to wear a wider knot. Just a thought, looks off my friend
David ,
Do you have the App? 😂
There are some good things I would like to see Change.
Blessings from Gettysburg Pa.
now imagine what's gonna happen if the customer's feet are stinky that day, having to work so closely to stinky feet is gonna kill him lol. I used to work at a shoes store when i was in college, and every now and then I encounter customers with stinky feet, the worst one I encountered was a girl!!! It was so bad that I had to move all my other customers to another section to have them try on their shoes. After the smell lingered for like 30 mins after she was gone, customers ran away after passing by that section, we had to call the manager to borrow some of his Breeze to use. Gosh it was bad, it was bad enough for me to remember it for 5 yrs LOL
Lol
I love cowboy boots, unfortunately i dont think i could get away with them here in rural Essex, its more of a tweed and Barbour area!!
Edward Allars well, I wish I could get away with tweed while hunting instead of camouflage
Question: Why wouldn't the maker just make a cast to create the lasts? Wouldn't that be more accurate and more efficient?
Dope process
Did you ever get these made ?
Did you ever do videos about the process through completion?
The background music is annoying af
Please ask Lee: How does one clean/condition/polish the SHAFT of the boot, when the shaft has multi-color leather decorations, and/or perhaps there's white stitching on a black boot? Nobody on YT has addressed this, as far as I've been able to determine.
Many thanks!
usernamemykel Simple: with a neutral conditioner, like the Saphir Leather Lotion
@@kirbyallison Thank you - How about Bick 4?
@@kirbyallison Oh, such as the one you sell. Understood.
28:13 Squirrel outside :3
Excellent video.
How much does it cost to get this done?
So.... when will we be seeing the final product?
Hope you show us your boots when they are completed
Thanks
Egon is making shoes now? Did he give up Ghostbusting?
You have great arches for sure..and love those dress socks..
So fascinating in 2022 to see the craftsman at work, measuring someone using the same technology that were used to measure John Wayne, and completely ignoring the existence of $800-worth 3D scanners!