How to Shrink Cowboy Boots

Like any pair of shoes, a good pair of cowboy boots can be hard to find. Finding a pair of boots that fits your foot perfectly can be impossible. Whether you are working in your boots or using them as your everyday footwear, the last thing you want is for them to be uncomfortable. Fortunately, sore feet and blisters can be avoided with a reliable technique for shrinking boots. Simply buy a pair of cowboy boots that are a bit too big for your feet, and this technique will shrink and mold them to your feet.

Things You'll Need

  • Bucket
  • Socks
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Instructions

  1. Soaking the Boots

    • 1

      Fill a bucket or basin with enough water to submerge the boots. If need be, you can fill up your bathtub.

    • 2

      Submerge the boots in the water, making sure that both boots are completely covered by the water.

    • 3

      Leave the boots submerged for at least an hour before removing them from the water. You want to make sure that the boots are completely saturated.

    Soaking Your Socks

    • 4

      Take a pair of your socks and soak them in water.

    • 5

      Let your socks soak for about five minutes.

    • 6

      Remove your socks from the water.

    Shrinking the Boots

    • 7

      Wearing your wet socks, insert your feet into the wet boots.

    • 8

      Wear the boots until your socks dry without taking them off. This usually takes about a day.

    • 9

      Go about your day-to-day activities in the boots to make sure the boots experience the different angles your feet make while walking.

    • 10

      As your boots and socks dry, the boots will shrink to the shape of your feet as the leather tightens.