For those who work in potentially dangerous environments, work boots are an essential part of a worker’s wardrobe. And just like cowboy boots, there are a number of designs to choose from. This includes steel-toed ones for those jobs that require some heavy lifting or require working around heavy objects.

In search for work boots? There are a number of nice work boots from Tony Lama and Ariat that you can take a look at.

Tony Lama Men’s Shrunken Shoulder Packer Work Boot In Chocolate

Style #:  TW2002

Skin: Made from leather, made for work

Toe: Round “S”

Heel: Unit heel measuring 1 ½ inch

What’s so great about it? TLX Performance Comfort Insole Package

It also has a rubber outsole complete with midsole.

Current price at Boot City: $159.99

Other types of work boots include waterproof boots or at the very least, ones that are water-resistant.

For those who work in places where there are electrical hazards, there are also boots that can protect one from charges that are up to 600 volts.

Other work boots include slip-resistant boots that are made for people who work on wet or oily environments.

Tony Lama Men’s Western Boots Steel Toe Tan Waterproof Crazyhorse

Style #:  TW1006

Skin: Tan leather

Toe: Steel, round “S” toe

Heel: Unit heel measuring 1 ½ inch

What’s so great about it? It has steel toes ensuring that your toes won’t get hurt even if a heavy object falls on it. This pair is also waterproof.

Current price at Boot City: $169.99

Ariat Boots Men’s Cascade Sunshine Leather Round Soft Toe

Style #:  37180

Skin: Full Grain Leather

Toe: Round, soft

Heel: Molded heel

What’s so great about it? This is a lace up boot made from heavy-duty and slip-resistant durathread outsole. Its welt is from Goodyear, pretty cool eh?

Current price at Boot City: $114.99

If you want your little ones to start wearing cowboy boots as early as the age of 7, you should take a look at kids’ cowboy boots from Tony Lama. There are other good cowboy boot brands of course but the ones below are just too adorable to not be included in this article.

Tony Lama Kids Rojo Bridle

(Style # LL400)

Sold at $89.99 at Boot City, this cute design is fit for the future cowboy or cowgirl. You can have your child wear jeans with this one or a nice dress if you have a daughter.

Tony lama Kids Tan Crazy Horse

(Style # LL401)

This cowboy boot features a rubber outsole, a cushioned insole, 1 5/8 heel, and round toes. This is sturdy footwear fit for playtime.

Ariat Kids Boots Quickdraw Brown Oiled

Rowdy Cowhide (Style # 10001863)

This cute cowboy boots for kids is available for toddlers too so if you want to get your child started with the whole cowboy ensemble as early as a year old, you will be able to get the right size from Ariat. This is a wide square toe boot ensuring ample room for your child’s foot.

Ariat Kids Boots Legend Brown Oiled Rowdy Cowhide
(Style # 10002020)

The color and the design may look a bit mature but this Ariat cowboy boot is a good choice for parents who don’t want their kids to wear oddly colored boots and want to teach their child about being conservative when it comes to choosing shoes. Sold at Boot City for $79.99, this very comfortable cowboy boot is definitely a good buy.

Sizes For Kids

You have to bring your child to the store if you want the right fit. If you are buying online, you should get a size larger not only to make sure that the shoe fits but to make room for growth.

Photos via Boot City

Born to Italian parents, Tony Lama started his first lesson in boot making at the age of 11. One of his uncles, a boot maker by trade had Tony Lama as his apprentice in his shoe shop in Syracuse, New York. At the turn of the century, the young Tony Lama became a cobbler for the US Cavalry stationed in Texas. After his service in the military, he set out to make the best boots that are comfortable and durable at the same time.

He started with repairs but word quickly spread of the new talent all throughout the Southwest. Soon many clients arrived at his doors carrying different types of hides. All of them were asking Tony Lama for custom-made boots. In his first year as a boot maker, he made 20 custom-made boots with the help of only one assistant. Cavalrymen, ranchers and cowboys were his first clients and later on when the army no longer needed the services of the cavalry, Tony Lama focused his energy on making Western boots. These boots became the epitome of quality at the time and by the 1930s, shoe stores started asking for Tony Lama boots. Tony Lama had to meet the growing demand for his boots and later on developed a method to produce more boots without sacrificing comfort and quality. 31 years later, 5 decades after his fist store, Tony Lama’s company moved to a larger space and began making around 800 pairs a day.

The great boot maker passed away in the year 1974 and his sons and daughters inherited the boot making company. Traditional boots made with quality handcraftsmanship was the key to Tony Lama’s success and his children continued making the same quality of boots. Tony Lama boots are still very popular today making Tony Lama’s story a symbol of the American dream.

Want to boot scoot with ease and be incredibly stylish? Tony Lama’s Buckaroo boots are exactly you’re looking for. Designed for comfort, both the front and back have a deep V, allowing for unrestricted movement. And if you’re waiting in a long line for a cold one, don’t worry because these fashionable boots have leather insole support and U toes. Fine stitching and two tone colors top these boots off. Only 15″ tall, the Buckaroo comes in half and whole sizes, making it a good fit for just about everyone.

Buckaroo from Tony Lama

 Tony Lama has been dressing folks’ feet since 1911 and is proud to offer footwear for men, women and kids. The proprietor began his career as a shoe apprentice in New York. From there, Lama joined the cavalry and ended up in El Paso. While in the West Texas desert, he began crafting boots.  Dress, casual and work boot lines are now offered by Tony Lama.

Constructed of the finest materials, all cowboy boots feature pull straps and a Goodyear welt, as well as fine vamp fitting, wrinkle and outsole stitching.

Did you say rodeo? The company endorses rodeo greats Tyler Magnus, Jake Cooper and Bobby Mote, just to name a few on Tony Lama’s exclusive list.

You’ll be in good company while wearing the boots — Brad Paisley and Aaron Watson love their Tony Lama’s, too.