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Boot Care

Tony Lama Boots are made of top quality leathers and skins. Proper boot care can extend the life of your boots as well as keep them looking great. Different types of leather require different types of care. To find detailed instructions on how to care for your boots, select the type of leather from the provided options.
 


 
Cowhide
 
Naked Finish Leathers
 
Oil Impregnated Leathers
 
Suede & Snuffed Finish Leathers
 
Exotics

Cowhide

Boots made of cowhide leathers generally can be cared for in the same way. However, it is important to note that some are lighter weight than others and therefore need some extra attention. Any additional instructions will be listed under the boot name.

General Cowhide care consists of the following steps unless otherwise denoted.

1. Remove loose dirt or dust with brush or rag.

2. Clean thoroughly with leather conditioner or leather balm.

3. Apply a thin coat of neutral shoe cream, then brush or rub with a soft cloth until luster is obtained.

4. For a high luster, apply a thin coat of wax polish-neutral paste on light colors, matching polish on dark colors. Brush or rub again.

Cowhide boots include:

  • Bonanza

  • Brahma

  • Brush-Off Buffalo
        Clear wax or polish works better than matching polish.

  • Bullhide

  • Cow

  • Imperial

  • Kidskin

  • Longhorn

  • Majestic

  • Mirage
        Clear wax or polish works better than matching polish.

  • Pampas

  • Rocky Mount

  • Saga/Classic

  • Shadow Kid

  • Shrunken Shoulder

  • Siciliano
     

    • Naked Finish Leathers

    Naked Finish Leathers have their own special care instructions. Characteristics of this leather are visible scars and blemishes.

    Care:

    1. Remove loose dirt or dust with a soft brush or rag.

    2. Clean with a soft brush.

    3. Do not use conditioners as the leather may become discolored.

    4. Protect these leathers as you would suede. New boots should be treated with two coats of Tony Lama Water & Stain Protector (or similar). Allow boots to dry between coats for maximum protection.

    5. Keep free of mud and drying elements.

    Naked Finish Boots include:

  • Cheyenne

  • Ol' Buck

    • Oil Impregnated Leathers

    These leathers are tanned using oils to protect and lubricate the fiber. Since Oil Impregnated Leathers are generally thicker, they are considered a work boot and are worn as casual footwear.

    Care:

    1. Remove loose dirt or dust with brush or rag.

    2. Replenish oils with an all-purpose conditioner.

    Oil Impregnated Leather Boots include:

  • Crazy Horse

  • Dominion

  • Oiled Bullhide

  • Oiled Toro

  • Oily Ranch

  • Renegade

  • Retan

  • Taurus

  • Woodland

    Suede and Snuffed Finish Leathers

    Suedes have a nap finish achieved with a medium abrasive paper. Snuffed finish preserves the natural grain by lightly removing the elevated surfaces.

    Care:

    1. New boots should be treated with two coats of Tony Lama Water & Stain Protector (or similar). Allow drying between coats for maximum protection.

    2. Keep free of mud and drying elements.

    3. Clean with a nylon brush.

    4. On snuffed grain, use a fine abrasive paper lightly on the areas that are already snuffed.

    Suede and Snuffed Finish Leathers include:

    Napa

    Poco Loco

    Shadow Nubuck

    Sueded Shrunken Shoulder

    Tanglewood
        Should be cared for as Oil Impregnated Leather boots.

    Exotics

    Tony Lama Exotic Boots are made from special leathers with their own characteristics and needs. Some are tough, and some need pampering.

    Care:

    1. Remove loose dirt or dust with a brush or rag.

    2. Apply conditioner with a soft cloth.

    3. Let boots dry. Then buff with a soft cloth.

    4. Apply thin coats of conditioner often.

    5. Since rattlesnake is tanned differently, no cream or polish is required to preserve its natural beauty. Simply brush clean.

    Exotics
     

  • Hornback Alligator

  • Caiman
          Avoid any soap or alcohol based products which will dry out leather. Waxes and polishes work well.

  • Lizard

  • Brush-Off Ostrich
          Use clear polish if necessary.

  • Ostrich
          While these boots do not need any special attention, they should not be neglected.
     

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