Olsen-Stelzer Custom Boots

Made to measure in Texas since 1900. Olsen-Stelzer is the custom tier of the Bespoke Western house. Every pair is built to your measurements, in the leather, toe, heel and stitching you choose. Nothing here is pulled from a shelf.

Where the boots come from

Carl Olsen, a Norwegian shoemaker, started in Nocona, Texas in 1900 and opened his own shop in Henrietta. In 1934 he joined Julius Stelzer to form the Olsen-Stelzer Boot and Saddlery Company. By 1939 the shop built 500 pairs a week. Olsen-Stelzer boots were worn by John Wayne, President Eisenhower and President Truman, and the 1942 Bluebird boots made for Gene Autry are on display at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles. Source: Olsen-Stelzer, Our History.

What custom means here

You choose the hide, the stitching, the toe and heel shape, the top height and any inlay or initials. Olsen-Stelzer takes your size, width and the other measurements from its measuring guide, then returns an exact price and an estimated delivery date. Collector Edition designs from the 1930s and 40s, such as the Bronc Buster, Eagle, Oil Derrick and Bluebird, are available.

Published starting prices

These are Olsen-Stelzer's own published "Starting At" figures, read on September 8, 2026. They are reference values, not Bespoke Western prices, and every custom pair varies.

Cowhide, shoulder, goat or buffalo: from $1,500
Kangaroo or French calf: from $1,750
Smooth ostrich: from $1,750
Full quill ostrich: from $2,000 to $3,000
Caiman belly or Nile croc: from $2,500
Alligator belly: from $4,000 to $5,500
Collector Edition inlays on kangaroo: from $2,500
Initials: $40 each. Inlays: $100 to $1,000 depending on design

Custom shafts, heels, toes, pulls and logos cost extra. A 50 percent non-refundable deposit starts a pair. See the current Olsen-Stelzer price page before you decide.

How long it takes

Olsen-Stelzer currently states delivery of 8 to 12 weeks on its history page and 2 to 3 months in most cases on its homepage. Your exact date comes with the quote.

How to start

Start your custom order with Olsen-Stelzer →

Have your size and width, your preferred leather, toe and heel, and any design ideas ready. Current and retired military, law enforcement and first responders receive a 10 percent discount from Olsen-Stelzer.