About this product
The Black Jack Elephant Safari Cognac Boots (SCG867-96) are rugged, high-performance western boots handcrafted in El Paso, Texas. They feature one of the industry's most durable leathers, finished in a warm, burnished cognac tone that highlights the elephant hide's natural, deep-pebbled grain.
Key Product Specifics:
- Vamp Material: Genuine Elephant in Antique Safari Cognac. This hide is exceptionally tough and naturally resistant to scuffs and cracks.
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Shaft & Details:
- Height: 12-inch uppers, typically made of Brown Mad Dog Goat leather for a soft yet durable contrast.
- Stitching: Features the #631 stitch pattern, a traditional multi-row decorative design.
- Pull Straps: Often includes elephant leather overlays on the pull straps for added style and durability.
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Toe & Heel:
- Toe: #9 Wide Square Toe.
- Heel: #6 Straight Fowler Heel, approximately 1.25 to 1.375 inches high.
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Premium Construction:
- Arch Support: Built with 60 lemonwood pegs and a 5-inch, 16-gauge double-ribbed steel shank to maintain the boot's structural integrity.
- Soles: Finished with a sanded mahogany leather outsole, a 4-iron welt, and a 9-iron leather insole.
Why Choose Safari Cognac Elephant?
- Extreme Durability: Elephant leather is famously hard-wearing, making it suitable for both daily ranch work and formal evening wear.
- Quick Break-in: Despite its tough appearance, elephant hide is surprisingly supple and molds to the foot quickly for a custom-feeling fit.
- Unique Patina: The "Antique Safari" finish provides a multi-toned, aged look that enhances the hide's unique textures and ridges.
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