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Axel

Sale price$1,199
Axel $1,199

Product Details

Overall fit — Runs slightly small

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Specifications

  • Broad Square Toe
  • 11" Brown Full Grain Calfskin Leather Upper
  • Natural American Alligator Tail Cut Vamp
  • 1 1/2" Stacked Leather Heel
  • Leather Outsole
  • Full-Grain Calfskin Lining
  • 3/4 Goodyear Welt Construction
  • Hand-Lasted
  • Hand-Hammered Lemonwood Pegs & Brass Nails
  • Made in our own factory in León, Mexico

Axel

The Axel Tail Cut Hornback American Alligator boots are a true testament to exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled style. They are meticulously designed to enhance your western fashion and create a striking and confident look. These boots boast intricate fancy stitching, an inlaid collar, a distressed outsole, and alligator inlaid earpulls, showcasing an unwavering commitment to attention to detail and making them a statement piece in any wardrobe.

Crafted from genuine natural American alligator, each piece retains the hide’s original coloration without added color treatments. Slight flaking may occur over time and is a normal characteristic of the material, reflecting the authenticity and distinctive beauty of natural American alligator.

Unique by Nature

No two authentic animal hides are exactly alike. Natural variations in color, texture, grain and pattern are a part of what makes each and every pair one of a kind.

Color: Natural

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Style With It

20% off accessories with any boot purchase

American Alligator Belt
Belt

Natural American Alligator

$199
American Alligator Card Holder
Card Holder

Natural American Alligator

$199
American Alligator Checkbook Wallet
Wallet

Natural American Alligator

$199
American Alligator Luggage Tag
Luggage Tag

Natural American Alligator

$49
American Alligator Money Clip
Money Clip

Natural American Alligator

$49
American Alligator Billfold
Billfold

Natural American Alligator

$199

Care for them

Leather Lotion $10
Boot Cream $10
Natural American Alligator
The Material

Natural American Alligator


Natural alligator preserves the hide's original coloration, individual markings, and distinctive scale patterns. Exceptionally rare and truly one of a kind, each selection celebrates the remarkable beauty of the material itself.
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The Art of the Wild
Natural alligator showcases the hide's inherent coloration, allowing subtle variations in tone and markings to remain part of its character. Without a uniform dyed finish, the individuality of the material becomes the defining feature of every pair.
One of One
No two alligators share precisely the same combination of scale patterns, markings, and natural coloration. These individual characteristics make each selection impossible to duplicate, creating a finished pair with a character entirely its own.
The Most Coveted
Natural alligator places the beauty of the hide itself at the center of the design, allowing its original character to take precedence over added color. The result is an exceptionally distinctive expression of one of the world's most coveted exotic leathers.

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Craftsmanship

Behind the Boot

From the first sketch to the final stitch, each pair goes through a series of deliberate hands and skilled processes.

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Craftsmanship

The Makers

Vaccari Core boots are made in our own factory in León, Mexico, where skilled makers bring traditional bootmaking techniques and careful attention to every stage of production.

Craftsmanship

The design

Designed in San Antonio, Vaccari Core blends Texas heritage with a modern point of view, where everything from stitching to silhouette is carefully considered.

Craftsmanship

The Hide

Each hide is carefully selected for quality and natural character, then thoughtfully matched to create balance while preserving the individuality of the material.

Craftsmanship

The Form

Through precise cutting and careful shaping over a last, skilled hands transform individual pieces of the hide into the distinctive form of a western boot.

Craftsmanship

The Details

From piping and subtle accents to the finishing of the sole and heel, every element comes together through careful handwork, bringing balance, durability, and character to the finished pair

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  • 3 stars: 3 (13%)
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Charles
Beautiful boot

Beautiful boot. I am a sz 10 D and this feels a little long but width is good. Skins were stiff and needed conditioning but came alive with a little effort. They are stunning and couldn’t be more pleased with purchase. Great customer service as well

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Anthony W.
Great job in every department.

Great job in every department. I love my boots.

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Luis H.
Excellent product overall, zero complaints

Excellent product overall, zero complaints :+1:

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JOHN D.
The Axel is now my

The Axel is now my 4th boot I purchased from Vaccari. From someone who purchases and collects cowboy boots from Lucchese to Rios of Mercedes, the quality on Vaccari boots is there. The price point is amazing with no short falls. Boots are extremely comfortable and amazing looking. I got tons of compliments on them. Keep up the good work.

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Jose S.
Excellent quality of boots, I

Excellent quality of boots, I will buy another pair soon. Live them

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Lance
Very nice presentation. Nicely made! Only issue I have is first time wearing them the sole wore d...

Very nice presentation. Nicely made!
Only issue I have is first time wearing them the sole wore down to black rubber and left black die everywhere I walked? This is wearing them the first time for 2 hours!! Not sure if this is normal????

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Ricardo R.
These boots are absolutely beautiful.

These boots are absolutely beautiful. Even the shaft is so detailed. I've worn boots my whole life and can say that these are extremely high quality. Easily as good as some of the way more expensive American brands. I do wish Vaccari would have more selection of colors in the high-end exotic skins and also more stock in what they currently have. Maybe that's a good thing because I probably would've spent a lot more. I will be back to buy more when their variety improves.

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Chris D.
I was blown away by

I was blown away by the quality and beauty of my new boots! They also came in very quick. I have many pairs of exotic boots. I have a new favorite!

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Matthew S.
Beautiful Boots!

Beautiful Boots!

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Stephen D.
I ordered a pair of

I ordered a pair of boots and a pair of shoes. Both arrived quickly and exceeded my expectations for quality. I especially love the boots I ordered!

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Ken F.
Axel

Not as good quality as the other boots I have bought from vacarri. Dont like the extra piece on the heel. Looks like an after thought. Also dont like the shiny look. Expected them to be flat finish.

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Anonymous
Very Good high quality leather

Very Good high quality leather boots

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Michael
I wanted a nice natural look pair of Gator

I wanted a nice natural look pair of Gator boots I get compliments on these things everywhere I go

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Charles F.
WOW!!!

All I should say is "WOW!!" Was hoping that the boots were half as handsome as the pictures. But it was the other way around. Breathtaking beauty right out of the box. I have NEVER seen Alligator skin like this, except on an alligator...never on a boot, belt, etc. Natural color is amazing. The fit was perfect. Went on with a slight tug and feels like it was custom to my feet. Felt lucky and priviledged to have gotten the last pair. Am waiting for the Alexander to arrive in a few weeks. Vaccari Boots is the REAL DEAL.

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Fred

The most wonderful pair of boots that I have ever owned!! The Axel. Boots are extremely well made, and the attention to detail is unparalleled! Maybe you can look at the boots in pictures but they will not compare with the real thing!! Thank you, will possess these boots until one of us passes on!! The price was fantastic, the ship was faast! Overall A+++++. I had to break my boots in. They are a one of a kind.

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Desmond
Nice boots and high

Nice boots and high quality

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Jon B.
Best customer help and support absolutely

Best customer help and support absolutely outstanding quality and craftsmanship new go to complete

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Ty

Beautiful boot! Fits very tight, working on the break in.

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Troy D.

Every thing was great boots are beautiful

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Bryan D.
Axel boots

This is the greatest boot by far I ever purchased will definitely buy Vaccari brand boots again and again !!!!!

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Ty T.
Beautiful boots but seriously tight! Width

Maybe good after break in, So pretty gotta keep em lol

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Roberto G.
Wow !

I have been waiting to get Axel style boots for over a year, and now that I have them, they exceed my expectations! They are gorgeous! Comfortable, beautiful to look at, and easy to wear. All of the natural skin gator boots are stiff at first, but break in really nicely! Thanks Vaccari !

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Lance

Very nice presentation. Nicely made!
Only issue I have is first time wearing them the sole wore down to black rubber and left black die everywhere I walked? This is wearing them the first time for 2 hours!! Not sure if this is normal????

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