Every Cody James Black 1978® boot begins its journey in the cowboy boot capital of the world, where boot-making tradition dates back to the 1700s. That legacy lives on in the hands of the artisans who still build boots using centuries-old techniques. Using the finest leathers and skins, these artisans make every boot by hand with meticulous attention to detail from start to finish. The final product is a top-quality boot made to be worn, re-worn, and passed down, just like the skills used to make them.