Cost to have tops/cuffs added to boots

[FrittSkritt]

Forgive the ignorant question, I don’t foxhunt so I have no idea what to expect cost-wise!

I have a pair of really nice non-riding boots that are too short for my stupidly-long legs. I was thinking of adding a regular black leather cuffs to the tops to make them taller (the leather is sort of printed so it’d be a nice contrast of smooth/rough). The only issue in terms of “how expensive” I can foresee is either extending the zipper on the inside to the top of the cuff, or seeing if it’s cheaper if they can just throw a cuff with a gusset on top and just shoehorn my calves into them. :winkgrin:

Thanks!

[Foxglove]

Dehner used to provide this service, don’t know if they still do. I had my cuffs added by a harness maker (I live in the middle of Amish country where there’s a harness maker on every corner). I think it was about $20 but no zippers involved. However, FYI, the patent tops are generally worn by women who have earned their colors.

Foxglove

[FrittSkritt]

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)However, FYI, the patent tops are generally worn by women who have earned their colors.

Foxglove[/QUOTE]

Thanks! Unfortunately the closest we have is Journeyman’s, so I’m guessing it’ll be more expensive. I was just thinking of getting a plain/non-patent cuff (like the smooth leather you see on all field or dress boots). They’re kitten heel boots with some buckles at the ankle that don’t look like riding boots, so definitely not going to try and pass myself off as a foxhunter… I’m nowhere near it!

[lily04]

There are a variety of boot cuffs available at tack shops and department stores that would make up for the short height if you weren’t looking for them to be dress boots. I’ve seen faux-fur and sweater type as well as “sparkly” ones. You could probably get any cobbler to make a leather cuff for you.

[BAC]

OP it sounds as though you don’t plan on riding in these boots, as you mentioned they are non-riding boots. If that is the case, then I don’t think patent leather tops would be an issue. I would think any local cobbler could add tops for you and cost less than Journeyman’s.