Pair of black cowboy boots side-by-side with stitched shafts, crocodile texture, low heel.
Black cowboy boot with laced shaft detail and pointed toe, wood-look sole.
Black leather cowboy boot with crocodile-style texture, western stitch patterns, low heel.
Black cowboy boot with crocodile pattern, stitched shaft accents, and brown outsole.
Black cowboy boot with stitched V-panel design and stacked heel, rounded toe.
Black cowboy boot side view with tall shaft, detailed stitching, and wood-look heel.
Black cowboy boot shaft close-up with crocodile-style texture and brown welt stitching.

Paxton

Sale price$399
Paxton $399

Product Details

Overall fit — True to size

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Specifications

  • Broad Square Toe
  • 12" Black Full Grain Calfskin Leather Upper
  • Black American Alligator Hornback Tail 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

Paxton

Step into a world where tradition meets modernity with our broad square toe Hornback American Alligator Boots- Paxton. The perfect boots for those who appreciate quality, attention to detail, and a modern twist on the classic cowboy boot. These boots have a tail cut Hornback American Alligator vamp, an American Alligator inlaid upper, and laser-cut details on the upper creating a stylish, unique look.

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: Black

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Size:8.5
Only 1 unit left

Free Returns & Exchanges Within 30 Days

Style With It

20% off accessories with any boot purchase

American Alligator Money Clip
Money Clip

American Alligator

$49
American Alligator Billfold
Billfold

American Alligator

$199
American Alligator Luggage Tag
Luggage Tag

American Alligator

$49
American Alligator Belt
Belt

American Alligator

$169
American Alligator Card Holder
Card Holder

American Alligator

$199

Care for them

Leather Lotion $10
Boot Cream $10
American Alligator Hornback Tail
The Material

American Alligator Hornback Tail


Hornback tail brings together elongated scale patterns and pronounced natural ridges for a striking, dimensional effect. Its distinctive texture reveals the sculptural character of American alligator from an entirely different perspective.
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Pronounced Texture
Hornback tail is distinguished by raised, bony scutes that follow the natural contours of the alligator's tail. Their pronounced texture creates a dimensional surface, bringing depth and definition to the leather's distinctive pattern.
A Natural Progression
The scutes and surrounding scales change in size and arrangement along the tail, creating a naturally tapering composition. This directional pattern gives the material a sense of movement while emphasizing the remarkable structure of the hide.
Bold by Nature
Hornback tail combines the sculptural character of hornback with the distinctive proportions of the tail, creating an exceptionally expressive exotic. Its pronounced ridges and natural variation make the material a defining feature of the finished design.

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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 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 to bring balance, durability, and character to the finished pair

  • 5 stars: 20 (77%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (12%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (8%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (4%)
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Donald w.
Vaccari for the win

I love all of my Vaccari boots definitely my top brand currently. I've got 6 pair in the last year... Sadly if i could make one criticism for these Paxtons I wish they matched a little bit better, while they are amazing boots they don't quite match each other pattern wise. I will proudly rock them either way. Keep up the good work and keep making great boots us blue collar guys can afford!!!

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Devlan
Move over, Ariat.

Previously, every pair of boots I purchased were Ariat. I recently decided to purchase a pair of American alligator boots. I have nothing negative to say about Ariat, but chose to give Vaccari a try. The reviews I read were positive and they were a fraction of the cost. They were comfortable right out of the box and look great! Because of a sizing issue, I worked with their Customer Service team. They were responsive, friendly and helpful. They genuinely cared about my experience and the overall outcome. I will happily buy from Vaccari again.

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Jaqwondis B.
Paxton boot review and Zane boot preorder review

The Paxton boot fits nicely and has a great look. I also preordered the Zane boots which should be in stock by May 15,2025 and I can’t get an update when I send an email. That is disappointing because communication is key.

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EMMA P.
This company not only makes

This company not only makes a quality product but their customer service is the best I have experienced in a LONG time. They answered an email about me ordering incorrectly on Christmas and got my replacement boots shipped out the same day the originals got back to them! 10/10 would recommend and would purchase from again.

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Jedus A.
I just got me this

I just got me this boots they are asomé I highly recommend them thanks Vaccari team!!!!!

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Esteban A.
One of the best pair

One of the best pair of boots I've bought for my husband. Great quality and perfect fit. True to size. Have bought 2 more pairs for my boys.

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Sally P.
These boots are a gift

These boots are a gift to my son for his wedding day. He said he feels xuckin FANCY! Score :heart:️

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Demetri S.
Great Boots, workmanship and quality

Great Boots, workmanship and quality

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Adam W.
Boots look and feel great!!

Boots look and feel great!! I will say that the pattern on the vamp does not look like the picture. I was really looking forward to that nice looking dark v pattern but I am still happy with the look and feel of the boot.

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stewart c.
Very well made boots, they

Very well made boots, they fit great but make sure to go up half a size, definitely a head turner.

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Treavus G.
Gators for the haters

I haven't written them yet but they look nice and seem like a quality boot can't wait to wear them

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Basile M.
First pair of Exotics

So far, so good. Vaccari has great customer service, highly recommended to my friends and anyone reading this review.

I will definitely buy another pair from them!

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Daniel G.
Decent value

Good value for authentic alligator. Build quality could use some work though. Left boot is much tighter than the right. Hoping they break in comparably.

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John J.
Great boots!

So far these seem to be a very nice boot and very high quality. They are just a tad bigger than all my other size 10d boots. So they run a hair big but nothing a nice set of insoles won't cure.

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Teagan B.
These boots are next level quality and at competitive rates for what I’ve seen online lately !

As the title states and the boots seemingly fit just perfectly I really wish they had some more options but I got 2 of the most best options I could find and love them

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Brad S.
Pretty fancy!

I bought these boots having never tried them on, but I am pleased they fit well and are of such high quality. I normally wear an 11.5D, but that is an ostrich boot that is softer and has more stretch. Knowing that and after reading reviews, I went with the 12D; perfect fit. A tad snug, but they'll be perfect after some leather conditioner, wear, and break in.

Very high quality skin with the hornback portions standing out enough, but not being too gaudy. The boots seems fabricated very well, so nothing bad I can say about them. I received them in like 3 days, so even the shipping is top notch.

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Michael P.
Well made boots

Great fitting boot

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Pablo G.
Very tight

Very tight and big

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Don C.
First Pair of Vaccaris

Great fitting boots! Love the look!

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Brandon H.
Return process

The boots were to tight so we need to return them. They were also flawed in a few obvious places. In the return approval process they failed to provide a return address…the boots are sharp! Minus the return process I’d give them a 5 star review

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Ramon C.
They are the best looking boots I ever seen

They are the best looking boots I ever seen, and the mos comfortable.

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Mike P.
Love

Love them

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Louis E.
Amazing

These boots wrap around my feet perfectly and look flawless I love them

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Vance

Excellent Quality and actually had my size in stock(8.5EE). I will DEFINITELY be putting in another order in 2026. Thanks!!!

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Erik H.
These are fantastic! I own 30+ pairs of every conceivable Brand of cowboys boots

These are fantastic! I own 30+ pairs of every conceivable
Brand of cowboys boots, and these are a work of Art… the Alligator scales stand up on the boots in a very pronounced manner! The fit is perfect, comfortable, the very fine materials are flawless… soles, heels are great, and they are designed with a professional finish… the price is great….Totally worth it and beyond my expectations in all areas

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