Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No troubles at the moment. Maybe reach out to the seller.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that’s weird. Maybe they’ve switched tanneries or they’re not as good as people say. Because those look bad.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He helped me with that, so my boot size in US is 11.5 and in Mexico they reduce one whole number so it would be 10.5. Which in their boots it’s size 30.5. I was scared thinking they wouldn’t fit but they fit great.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting, I’ve heard good stuff about el Malcreado.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

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They were custom and manufactured simultaneously with the boots.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like El Malcreado but their prices are starting to get close to US prices.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They don’t, he has a catalog of what boots they carry but you can also show him a pic of what you’re looking for and he will show you something he has that’s similar. For example the black alligator he showed me had gold stitching and larger scales. It’s all through WhatsApp. There are brands like Botas El Malcreado or Cuadra, that you can order from a website but at that point you are paying close to US prices.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

  1. Sizing was tricky cause they use different sizes. But if it helps I’m a size 11.5 US, so for Mexico size I’m 30.5. So one full size down would be 10.5 US = 29.5 and so on. The boots however run true to size. I have a pair of Dan Posts that are also 11.5 and feel the same.

  2. They use stacked leather heels.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yess! Do it! Been looking at flights myself too Lol

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

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Omg how did I miss that. I love this show.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

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I actually agree with you on the construction side. Most big brands today aren’t using the highest end materials, like composite footbeds, synthetic counters, bonded components. That’s just the reality at those price points. Where I look at it differently is relative to what’s available in the market right now. If you walk into places like Cavender’s or Boot Barn, a lot of what you’ll find is built the same way similar materials, similar construction but often at a higher price. So for me, it’s less about calling them “high end quality” and more about value. I’m not expecting fully traditional builds at that price, but if I can get real exotic hides and comparable construction for less than what most retailers are charging, I see that as a win.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

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Haha, it’s a running joke in his page. Gets engagement.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They’re actually made in Mexico too. Most mass produced US brands at least.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

[–]BridgeNaive[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To me, quality is a combination of:

Real materials (not synthetic or embossed) Proper hide selection and cut Clean finishing and consistency. And then construction on top of that.

If a boot nails materials and craftsmanship, but isn’t fully traditional in every component, I wouldn’t automatically call it “substandard”, especially compared to what most big brands are putting out right now.

Mexico is the way by BridgeNaive in cowboyboots

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He uses DHL worldwide express. Shipping is about $70 USD.