These are exceptional boots.I have these in the suede as well and love them so much. The craftsmanship is beautiful and they are comfortable out of the box. Can’t say enough good things about Chisos and their products. Truly a wonderful company with top notch customer service!
From first day they fit good and comfortable. Size same a dress shoe. I love them. Maybe another pair in my future. Thanks Chisos.
Absolutely an outstanding pair of boots The Chisos Ropers are superb…. Could not be happier with my choice..
Dress boots, Sunday boots, boardroom boots, Special occasion boots...any situation where leather speaks louder than labels, these boots deliver.
I was lucky to get a pair, and they’ve become the one item people comment on more than anything else I own. What I love about them:
1. Build Quality (Legit, Not Marketing-Speak)
Chisos builds these like they expect them to outlive you. Stitching, welt, heel stack, etc...Chisos does not take shortcuts and you feel it when you put them on. In a world where “premium products” often hide cheap internals, these actually feel engineered.
2. Details You Actually Notice
From presentation when you unbox them, to the shaft etching of the Chisos mountains and the hand-cut gator panels: None of it feels gimmicky. An incredible amount of thought and care went into these boots, and you know it the moment you put them on.
3. The Red Line
That single red line in the heel against an all-black boot reminds me of the SR-71 Blackbird: stealthy, purposeful, and cool without needing to advertise it. (As a kid, I thought the SR-71 was as cool as cool could get.)
4. Fit & Comfort (Pay Attention—Gator Is Different)
Alligator does not stretch like cowhide or ostrich. If you’re between sizes, err on the slightly roomier side. For all of my boots, I start with thin socks and transition to thicker ones as they break in. With the gator boots, four years later and I’m still wearing the thinnest boot socks I can find. It's not a problem, these boots feel great, but don’t expect them to “give” like softer leathers.
5. Break-In & Real-World Use
Break-in is minimal. Chisos nailed the insole and the last. Durability? I’ve worn them to dinners, events, and on concrete floors. There has been no peeling or weird creasing. Gator holds up. Travel? Absolutely. They pack flat and don’t scuff easily.
6. Value
These boots are showstoppers and an incredible value for what you get. If they were built by some other legacy boot makers in this hide and build quality, they’d cost triple.
One word "craftmanship". The shaft may seem a little bit tight. So the first time I put on the boots I took out the innersole. After all is ok, it fits true size. This is very important when ordering shoes/boots online. Removing the boots from the box you get a pleasant aroma from the tanned leather. There is no doubt that you receive all the value you pay for with this item.
Chisos wild caught Texas gator. A homerun dress boot - I’ve worn these to countless weddings, other formal events, on stage and with jeans as well. Total comfort with an exotic Texas touch that only Chisos delivers. Yep 👊🇺🇸
I’ve had my Chisos Anniversary Edition Gator Boots for a few years now, and I still only pull them out for special occasions—because they’re truly something special. I originally bought them for my wedding in 2021, and they didn’t just complement my tuxedo… they elevated it. I felt like a million bucks walking down the aisle.
The craftsmanship is unreal. The gator is soft, beautiful, and durable, and the design strikes the perfect balance of luxury and classic cowboy boot heritage. They arrived in a custom wooden box with a message engraved inside—one of those small touches that tells you you’re dealing with a company that actually cares. And like all Chisos boots, the insoles make them incredibly comfortable right out of the box.
I’ve owned many boots over the years, and several pairs of Chisos, but these are by far my favorite. They’re unique, elegant, and timeless. If you’re looking for something that combines luxury with authenticity, these boots are it.
This is a real nice pair of boots. Wanted some in black too but sold out in my size and not making more.
Waiting for new releases.
My Ropers are extremely comfortable right from the beginning. The dark brown color goes with everything and very happy with these boots. Also, the cool experience at the Chisos Boots store added to the fun. Highly recommend these boots and Chisos.
These boots are made with quality leather and are definitely worth the time to break them in, I have a high arch so the boots are a little tight on top of my foot...I'm up for the challenge!
This conditioner is AMAZING. I had an older brown leather coat that I wasn't wearing because the leather had faded a bit and it looked kinda "tired". I decided to try this on the coat as a last ditch effort to revive it. The result was AMAZING. The brown leather darkened slightly, became softer and came back to life. I realized afterwards that the leather had just dried out over the years and I should have done this previously. If you have a tired looking leather coat - you might want to try this (start with a small inside piece to test the color change). This is now my go-to leather conditioner!
Excellent quality boots! Had to swap out my original order for a .5 size larger and customer support was extremely responsive and quick
I was visiting Austin for a very special event when I happened into the Chisos store. I was so amazed at the history and the attention to the quality of these boots that I had to try a pair on. Once I walked around the store I couldn’t believe how comfortable these boots were. I have other cowboy style boots but there was no comparison to the fit or feel of these. I didn’t intend to buy any boots at all. I had stopped in because I saw them on social media but once they were in my feet I had to have them. I wore them for the next 3 days straight well over 12 hours each day. Amazing comfort. If you’re looking for boots these are the ones. !
I’ve owned many pairs of boots, all major brands…have paid more or less for others. These are by far the most comfortable and the highest quality I’ve ever seen…
My entire closet smells like fine leather after having these in there for 2 days.
So glad I took a chance on a brand I had not heard of before!!
I have been wearing cowboy for as long as I can remember and 61 years old so over the years I have had them all . This is a very well made boot and extremely comfortable . I wear these boots everyday wether for work or the weekends and I have notice when I get home I still have them on were in the past I would be kicking my boots off as I walked in the door . Well done Chisos
When it comes to buying anything, I will spend hours upon hours doing my research and making sure the product I buy is the absolute best - for the money. I will say that you get what you pay for with Chisos, and I mean that in the best way possible. I ordered the Chisos #6 and the quality and comfort is second to none. I was a little hesitant to drop so much cash for a pair of boots, but when I received them, I was immediately pleased and had absolutely NO buyers remorse.
When it came to size, I didn't exactly make the best decision and had to return the first order. Chisos customer service is incredible and they made the return process extremely easy.
I wear a size 11 in Nike tennis shoes, so I ordered a half size down - but that was wrong in my case. I emailed Chisos and explained the situation. I told them that I also wear an 11 in Ariat's Benchmade Roper. The Chisos rep suggested that I choose an 11 1/2 instead.
I completed the exchange and received my larger boots in less than a week. They fit PERFECTLY! Hopefully, that will help in some way for those concerned about size.
Just buy the boots. Don't worry about getting the size wrong - Chisos will help you figure it out and they will take care of you. The boots are incredible and look amazing. It's only been a few days for me, but I get compliments on them every single day.
Great company...and I look forward to doing business with them again soon.
I own 2 pair of #2’s and love them. By far my favorite and last boot brand I’ll buy from.
My first pair were #2 in black. I didn’t check the sizing recommendation and got what I always wear in boots (12D) and after placing the order I read that they recommend going up had a size (12.5D in my case) for high arched feet, which I have very high arches. Nonetheless I powered through the pain and got a boot stretcher which helped bring it to my true size. And it was well worth it. The most comfortable and good looking boots I’ve owned.
My second pair were #2 in brushed brown.
LOVE them. But… I stupidly didn’t go back and check the recommendation so I went off of faulty memory and ordered 12EE and when I still had tightness and pain on my right foot’s instep I decided to revisit the recommendation where I saw I was wrong and they indeed recommended going up half a size, NOT up in width. Again, a night in the boot stretcher and they are an amazing daily and dress boot.
I can’t wait to for them to come out with the whiskey brown again so I can finally ver my true size in 12.5 D but this time I’ll get the #1 as I love their style. Not too pointy, not too round. Just right! Those will defiantly be the pair I wear at my wedding this coming May of 2026.
So I have yet to experience true “out of the box comfort” 100% due to my failure to do my research. I have 100% experienced the broken in comfort and can agree with their slogan.
I found them on RoseAnvil YouTube channel. Go give it a watch if you haven’t and was so impressed that I had to have a pair, then two, hopefully soon 3 hahaha.
For the money, they are not only so well built, traditional, and stylish. But they are in my opinion, with evidence from the YouTube video. The BEST.
Hands down the MOST comfortable boots these feet have had on! All my other brands will either get tossed or will have alot of dust on them. I will be ordering No.2 very soon. Great job guys!!!
The quality of these boots are over the top! Comfortable out of the box. The roughout snip toe style stands out in the crowd. These boots are easily superior to my other boots that cost twice as much.
I got this belt to match with a pair of boots I purchased. I’m very impressed with the thickness and heft of it. It’s is thick and not flimsy at all. If you want a belt that looks great and of quality, look no further. The belt can stand up on its own, where other belts lay flat.
Probably the best fitting boots because of their insoles
I’ve used several leather balms, but really like this one, but only use it against certain colors as it can darken leather slightly
I am not a cowboy, but if I was I would sleep in these boots. Like I have already. Hahaha! Buy up a size, and say thank you. For the best boots in the world.
I was a little nervous about dropping almost $600 on my first pair of cowboy boots but as soon as they arrived I immediately got it. The quality of materials and craftsmanship is just outstanding! You can smell the leather through the box, the weight, feel and finish are all top notch and yes, they are damn comfy! I doubt I’ll ever need to buy another pair but if I do it will be Chisos!
I’ve owned many brands of boots in my 74 trips around the sun but none that are this high of quality. They were comfortable right out of the box and are getting better with each wear. Not the cheapest boots I ever bought but well worth the price. I don’t think they will be my last pair of Chisos.