What to Know about Pre-Ban Sea Turtle Cowboy Boots

Sea Turtle cowboy boots were banned in 1977 but you can still find them around. I found a pair and share the details in this video along with what you should know about them!
Contents and timecodes
00:00 - Intro
01:36 - Rundown
04:33 - Trying on boots
07:32 - What to know about pre-ban sea turtle boots
10:08 - Outro
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[@liandrade9198]

Holy grail! I found a pair today at a thrif store for $20 and I thought it was aligator leather.

[@vance3973]

I don't see any issue with wearing a boot made before it was banned, it's not like not buying it will save that turtle that was already killed. Plus the old Justins in b widths would definitely be a nice find since they were traditionally made back then.

[@jennypaxton8159]

I feel the same way about vintage furs, too. Refusing to use them doesn’t save any animals; it just makes them go to waste!

[@OUTLAWTUPACTHUGLIFE]

LOVE seeing your cowboy boots up close, Jeremiah! I LOVE staring at your cowboy boots! Can't get enough of that!!😋😍😎🥳

[@MrHenry-vb3cr]

This video was great because we could see how excited you were to tell us about the boots. Great video!

[@alectafoya7583]

What am incredible find thanks for sharing with us your videos are awesome!

[@joehaber2105]

Picked up a pair of pre-ban Nocona sea turtle boots at an antique mall in Ohio today for $25.00!!! They are in beautiful original condition with a very small teal at the top of the shaft.

[@cholote313]

Lucky!

[@willgrice8094]

How much would something like that pair be worth ???? Just knowing Nocona had all their papers in order when they made them, should mean they're pre-ban ? Or am I wrong?

[@djmuller2349]

Thought I commented when this came out. You lucked up so much finding these bad boys. Those are so nice and so rare…too freaking cool.

[@joeJoe-pb3su]

Beautiful boots. I had a friend that had those boots back in the day. Great find.

[@WesternWearEnthusiast]

What a treasure to find!! They look to be in fantastic shape! Congrats that you were able to find a very nice pair of sea turtles in your true size. 🔥🔥😀

[@colesmith5917]

There’s a place in Fort Worth called Texas Boot and Saddlery that has like 5 pairs of sea turtle and 3-4 pairs of anteater boots

[@JeremiahCraig]

The motherload!

[@CallieShackelford]

Does this place in Fort Worth estimate the value of your boots if you think you have a pair of preban anteater?

[@juan831salinas]

Wow awesome video!! I’m excited for more videos like this, keep it up 😎🐢

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks Juan! More to come!

[@alexbaker9967]

Just found a pair of vintage pre ban sea turtle boots in y size at my local antique store

[@jimcollins9999]

Congratulations Jeremiah on the rare find. Enjoyed watching this review & unveiling! "Old Boots Got Soul" 👍

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks Jim!

[@alexbaker9967]

@@JeremiahCraig just found a pair of sea turtle boots at my local antique store in my exact size they are Tony lama"s and boy am I glad I got them how durable are sea turtle boots 👢????

[@geravasquez6747]

@@alexbaker9967 if you don’t mind me asking how much?

[@manuwebmb]

Hi jeremiah, it would be great to have the trousers tucked into the boots to be able to see the all boot thanks for posting mate, love this turtle boots

[@missflowerpower8724]

WOOOOW!!! Awesome, beautiful boots!

[@paulferris5832]

I've got a vintage pair of JAMA patchwork sea turtle boots with cowhide shafts and another unmarked pair of full sea turtle boots (6 pieces total per boot). They do appear vintage 1970s or earlier, but I'm not sure I will ever have confirmation.

[@cedrickization8159]

"Hello Jeremiah, I think you'll feel great in these new boots, the kind of boots that go with the stretch gray and black cowboy Jean's ! I found on an American site for vintage boots, brown Justin boots similar to your boots but it was Caïman and I had bought a pair of Nocona brown tanned pigskin with lizard toe and the same style of boot uppers and frankly it's class, in this kind of boots, we are super good! Great your beautiful boots Jeremiah! "

[@geraldbaker8693]

Thank you. I found some Justin's preban Sea Turtle boots a few years ago. They're sea turtle on the foot and cow hide on the shaft. Only problem is that they're 9.5 A.

[@JR-wh5rh]

Your so lucky , I been wanting a pair , that’s the holy grail of boots

[@scottwexlin6456]

Nice boots. I would wear them, since they were pre-ban. It's the same as playing a 150 year old Steinway piano with ivory keys. Ivory isn't used today, and is banned. I would wear them sparingly, and not to a PETA event, LOL!

[@joellockrin8884]

I’d wear them to a PETA event. 😁

[@PUNISHERMHS_2021]

I would definitely wear them to a PETA event

[@jennypaxton8159]

PETA isn’t exactly known for being well-educated about what they protest (like thinking shearing sheep is a bloody, traumatic, sometimes deadly process for the sheep, which is just dumb in every way). They would probably be totally oblivious!

[@edgy8481]

A rare find indeed! Congrats!

[@JeremiahCraig]

thanks buddy!

[@shanep1223]

Amazing boots, about to go take my son for his first real pair of boots. Exciting times

[@JeremiahCraig]

That's very exciting! it's sure to be a memorable experience

[@clydechavez3483]

Damn! you're such a lucky dawg, they are awesome. Been lookin for some for years, no luck.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Me too! It's a hunt!

[@stephenmoses8587]

Awsome Looking Boots!Great detailing & workmanship so comfortable to?i bet you wish you got several more pairs?

[@saxman7131]

At first I thought my pre ban Gator Belly’s were sea turtle but Justin confirmed it to be gator. These boots are stunning.

[@JuanGM13]

Gator is banned ?

[@JuanGM13]

Gator is banned ?

[@jennypaxton8159]

@@JuanGM13 I guess he meant gator belly boots from before the sea turtle ban. Gator isn’t banned, since it can be farmed.

[@eleuteriodiaz3653]

Gator belly is square tile the belly area leading to the arm pit slightly resembles sea turtle but still a little rounder tile shape. Big difference in the skins. Both are beautiful.

[@BotashVaqueras999]

Increíbles botas! Las amo! Me acabo de encontrar con unas de "snapping turtle" de Montana vintage en 100 dólares, espero poder comprarlas.

[@wesmedel1259]

I love my sea turtle boots! One thing that helped me find them was to be patient! It’s certainly worth it! And a search term I’ve seen for these boots has been “Sea Alligator” Hope that helps!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Awesome search tip! Thanks so much Wes! Your turtles are amazing

[@squirrelynutz1]

you can have the foot bed rebuilt for around 250 in south tx shops. they can also resize it and change the toe shape.

[@JeremiahCraig]

You're right! There are people who can do this with any boot but it's risky if it's not done by a custom boot maker because the sizing may be off after a relast. I've heard some relasting horror stories

[@mikemckinney2977]

I have the exact same pair but in 11.5. Great find.

[@pieroherrero1999]

Would you be willing to trade for size 10E i have the same pair as well but too small for my foot lol

[@trob2332]

I just inherited a pair from my late grandpa and they are in perfect condition!

[@MichaelAngeloOjeda31]

I wish they still made these. Beautiful leather

[@nenadcubric2663]

Wow, those boots look cool

[@toniwolfe8270]

I still have my Justin honey sea turtle boots from my horse show days. Just tried them on. How should I care for them? Regular leather conditioner?

[@fil.guijarro]

Wow, what an amazing find! Make this one your #1 rank in 2022. How did you ever a 12B 😮

[@JeremiahCraig]

You might be right... this is at the top of the list at the moment for sure

[@orlog3343]

These look incredible

[@chrisjames_official]

I picked up some vintage Tony Lama sea turtle boots at Goodwill, they had no idea what they were. Great find! I don't even want to tell you how much I payed but I'm a 9 E and these are 10 B and unfortunately I can't fit in them

[@octobersown6654]

10b.. u think i can fit a 10.5??

[@Gabmil138]

I met a man who was a migrant worker. He told me that his family threw him a going away party and his son in law gave him sea turtle boots. He was so happy but unfortunately CBP confiscated them so he was forced to make the rest of the trip in huaraches😀😆

[@JeremiahCraig]

NOOOO! What a bummer!

[@emmanuelawosusi3276]

I like all boots laced or pull on

[@dronestrikeaudits3369]

Unbelievable boots. So nice

[@Elahnah.Reseller]

I just found a pair of Justins with the foot part made of Sea Turtle. I googled and it said Sea Turtle was banned in the early 90's, but Justin stopped in the 70's? I had never even heard of this. Someone told me when I listed it for resale for way too cheap apparently. I pulled them immediately so now I have to figure out how much to ask for them. This was very informative.

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

What size

[@Elahnah.Reseller]

@@CoffeeMadeMeSay 9.5

[@Huarachesverdes]

How do you clean them? Or take care of them? Thank you!

[@Rod-jo3yz]

I have a pair very new condition just saw your video and would be interested in selling them. My dad bought them in texas a long time ago

[@qazmko22]

Crazy... When I see turtles... I try to ride them! Like in the Galapagos islands.

[@JeremiahCraig]

haha sounds fun!

[@favidh1934]

i recently found of sea turtle loafers in brand new unworn condition with tags. made in mexico... in my size. incredible contemporary almond toe last! I dare not ware them due to ethical reasons (I also don't want to feel like Montgomery Burns). Now what do I do with them?

[@jennypaxton8159]

How do you take care of sea turtle boots? Same as gator or caiman or such?

[@zacharyrycroft5193]

What type of leather oil or boot oil do you use for the sea turtle boots?

[@Sebastian21azuara]

En México si se puede comprar por encargo unas botas vaqueras en piel de tortuga en pleno 2022

[@chente.r1969]

Amazing congrats

[@arnotrox]

I have a pair of Justin pre-ban in chestnut color 9 1/2 D. Where do you suggest I sell them? They are in amazing shape barely worn.

[@Huarachesverdes]

How much you want for them?

[@hectorg7090]

Inherited a pair from my dad. But they are a bit small for me. Is it possible to use them as donor pair and make me some new ones

[@marylynnmcdaniel7415]

Just wondering what kind of site would sell these pre ban boots? Or how would you sell a pair in the event that you had inherited a pair?

[@emmanuelawosusi3276]

I like boots laced or pull on

[@insanodeathguy2160]

Wow nice boots :o

[@AlanEoff]

That's a good price for that size! Vintage large sizes are even more rare

[@JeremiahCraig]

Totally! Lucked out

[@willywalton9619]

I've recently discovered a Justin boot called the Brindle. And I can't find any reviews on it. Would you be willing to help me out? I'm thinking about getting them for myself, but I need to know what I'm gonna get myself into if/when I buy them. Love the video, dude. Keep up the good work🤘🏼🇺🇲

[@JeremiahCraig]

The black one or the brown one? It might be a few months before I can do a video on it but I'll get it on my list

[@willywalton9619]

@@JeremiahCraig Brown, if you don't care. And if they don't have your size, then black lol I mainly wear Wranglers, and brown boots look way better than black boots with jeans in my personal opinion. I just need to know if they're worth the 200-something bucks or not😂 Thank you for hearting my comment and taking the time out of your day to answer my question. Hope you have a good day, man🤘🏼🇺🇲

[@willywalton9619]

@@JeremiahCraig Actually, I REALLY prefer that you get brown. And if you can't get brown, I'll deal with black. But brown is highly preferred😂

[@dallaspymm6924]

Those are special.

[@PUNISHERMHS_2021]

Love sea turtle leather

[@ClaudeThompsonClaude]

I have a pair of Justin Sea Turtle 9-1/2 D with leather upper. Dark brown. What’s the best way to sell them now? I can’t list them on eBay can I?

[@paulferris5832]

It's my understanding that the sale of pre-ban boots within your state of residence to a fellow resident does not violate federal law; however you need to ensure it is allowed under the laws of the state in which you reside. If not prohibited under state law..... craigslist, FB, offer up, etc.. Just be sure the buyer (who could be an undercover law enforcement officer) is a resident of the state in which you live.

[@sailingneil]

I agree that sea turtle goods should be banned but the leather does make epic boots.

[@TheMartian72]

Can they take the boots off your feet? If you’re traveling abroad

[@chrishoward7733]

I got a pair of black Justin sea turtle boot I had to get them resoled bc the previous owner wore them religiously

[@JeremiahCraig]

So worth it! Great find man

[@jennypaxton8159]

Are you going to do a video about pre-ban anteater too?

[@JeremiahCraig]

Yes!! Like the sea turtle, finding a pair of ants is quite a hunt so once I get access to some, I'll make a video

[@jennypaxton8159]

@@JeremiahCraig FYI: “The Cat’s Meow”, an antique/vintage clothing and antique store in Midland, TX, had a pair as of two weeks ago.

[@TheRingoKid]

My grandpa has 7 pairs of Sea Turtle boots from the 70s

[@dennisgibsonii6316]

What is that blue pair behind you? They look great

[@JeremiahCraig]

Stetson JBS Lizard boots! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJOZh6GiiLWfo7M

[@dennisgibsonii6316]

@@JeremiahCraig Aww man they so nice but they dont have my size online and they are expensive. Maybe one day! Thanks for the reply.

[@manuelvasconcelos8388]

Still sold in mexico... I got some great shoes excelent leather

[@waynephillips5013]

I have a serious question. What is the difference between wearing a pre-ban exotic leather boot and wearing a pre-ban leopard coat, for example? I know there is an overall distaste for fur products in general now, which may be different from leather goods, but both types of products use skins from animals that became endangered and remain outlawed today. A woman couldn't possibly walk down the street in a genuine leopard coat today, so how is wearing pre-ban exotic leather boots different? Genuinely want to hear perspectives on this.

[@cartersheldon9966]

The cowboy boot appreciator crowd is not the same as the fur coat crowd. I think it comes down to intended audience.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Less people notice boots or know what they are looking at too

[@jennypaxton8159]

I would honestly see it the same way. To me, wearing those items (made when it was legal) is a way of valuing the animal instead of letting it go to waste, whether it’s sea turtles or leopards or whatever. The difference is that a leopard coat would draw a lot more attention and possibly hostility!

[@enrique6943]

I use bickmore products on my justins 1971 preban sea turtle boots. Yes i only wear them for weddings and qinces.... Theyre 11D one of akind for sure. I woldnt let go of mine for less than $900. I think ny soles are original but heel tops might be replaced. Best looking boots in my opinio. 11D Justins May 1971.

[@soulfirez4270]

Those are beautiful boots ( shame that there illegal now , understandable though seeing how close to extinction we took these animals . I would advise wearing them sparingly and in places you not likely to be attacked for wearing them . Yes being attacked is a possibility , I have a WW2 era sea turtle guitar ( made from the shell ) it is truly a beautiful instrument ,but one I dont take to bonfire parties to play anymore after a legit physical altercation . Explaining destroying my guitar wont return the turtle to life 80 years after its death didnt help my cause ( neither did the warning of my 12 years military service as things got heated .

[@JeremiahCraig]

I get it. Sorry you had to deal with that

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

Average public won’t know what these are lol

[@aidenrivera1389]

I have those exact boots are they actually rare?

[@JeremiahCraig]

All sea turtle boots are rare. Not the rarest but definitely highly sought

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

@@JeremiahCraig anteater or sea more rare?

[@Rafael-iu5kr]

Ultimate holy grail is full anteater imo

[@user-sz3nn1vv1z]

😭...my Dad left sea turtle boots and shoes and I just cant see myself wearing them....they must be at least 50 years old.

[@wasibhassan]

These boots look interesting never seen these before probably I did im not to sure I didn't know they were Sea Turtle leather I don't know why there banned compared to other exotic products like pythons, Rattlesnake, Caiman, and lizard

[@JeremiahCraig]

Most of those reptiles can be farmed, sea turtles not so much

[@debrapyles2936]

I have 2 pair of Vintage Justin Sea Turtle boots in amazingly good condition I bought them to resale not knowing I couldn’t list them on ebay 🥺🙁

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

What size

[@debrapyles2936]

size 9

[@cathyluse7505]

I have a pair of Tony Lamas, pre ban full,S T,(Holy Grail type) never worn, that belonged to a family member, that I will be marketing. 11 B

[@larrydeaton5452]

I don’t really understand why they are banned. I mean, as massive as all of the oceans are in the world, the Sea Turtles population is low! Do you know how much of the oceans have not been explored? Just my view.

[@bigbishop9081]

Usually science is shit, but when it comes to animals being near endangered/endangered, they’re spot on. I’m all for any sea turtle product now being banned. Plenty of other badass skins we can enjoy without killing another sea turtle! I’d love a vintage pre-ban pair though

[@goodrich06]

Well I would trust smart people who study and research animals over a random person's opinion. 😂

[@larrydeaton5452]

I don’t disagree. I am an animal lover. I really don’t like animals being killed just for the skins.

[@tigbson74]

Gross. I can’t imagine telling anyone I was wearing sea turtle boots. Might as well be a baby seal.

[@enrique6943]

Bet you eat cow?

[@TheLoneLander]

Sounds like you are a soft beta boy

[@alfiemcqueen]

Instead of using the skin of exotic animals, how about we use the skin of humans

[@ramirogonzalez1949]

Hi there I have the same boot upper and lower sea turtle pre ban justin, and I paid a company to renovate them and make them squared toe. Very happy with the results. Send me your email and I can send you photos of how the before and after came out.