Frye Boots - An American Institution
Who is the Frye boot company? I have heard of Frye boots, but
didn't know a lot about them. Since I considering buying boots
for a few people this year as gifts, I thought I should look
into it farther.
The oldest shoe company under continuous operation in the United
States, Frye boot company was founded in the mid 19th century.
The founder, John Frye was actually a shoemaker that had
immigrated to the United States from England. He ran the Frye
boot company for 50 years before his family took over upon his
death.
The Frye boots themselves have a great history. During the Civil
War, many of the soldiers on both sides wore them. They were
also on the feet of soldiers in the Spanish-American war as well
as Rough Riders led by Teddy Roosevelt. Many pioneers heading
west for a better life during the late 1800's wore Frye boots as
well.
Today, Frye boots are still known for quality. Their Harness
Boots have a wonderful history in themselves http
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1938, the grandson of Frye boot's founder took a trip to
Washington D.C. There, he bet a Naval Admiral who was explaining
to him that he had trouble finding the style of boot he liked
really well, the Wellington. John agreed that he would make him
a pair. Eventually they were given the name of Jet Boots and
were ordered by mail by soldiers all the way through the second
World War.
By the time the 1960's rolled around, Frye boots were ready to
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o. The Campus Boot had a bulky toe and clunky style that was
a big part of the style of the 1960's and 1970's. In fact, a
pair of Frye boots was chosen for the Smithsonian to represent
the America of 60's. They still remain on display there.
Even today, Frye boots are a huge success and a part of the
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nfo. Their signature boot, the Harness Boot, ahs been seen
in a number of international fashion spreads. In addition, their
boots sell well in not only the United States, but also in
Europe and Japan.
So for those in the market for boots, Frye boots are one of the
first to check out. With a tradition so long and so steeped in
the culture of the United States, Frye boots are almost an
institution. Only a product high on quality and durability could
maintain such a foothold on the boot market. I know that for my
boot needs I will be checking out Frye boots, and you probably
should as well.