Frye Boots

The Frye boots company has a long, industrial history in the United States. They are oldest operated shoe company in the United States. Frye boots were founded in 1863 by John A. Frye. He was a prominent English shoemaker who ran the business for nearly 50 years, until his death in 1911. After which time, his family ran the business until 1945.

Frye cowboy boots started gaining popularity during the Civil War with both the Union and Confederate soldiers. They continued to gain popularity when solider, including Teddy Roosevelt and his rough riders, purchased them for the Spanish-American War. In the mid and late 1800’s, As families moved west so did Frye boots. Many pioneers wear them on the long journey. These boots became part of these New England’s family’s adventures in taming the Wild West.

However, it was a 1938 trip to Washington DC that catapulted the company into the success it is today. During this trip, John A. Frye (the grandson) met with a U.S. Navy Admiral who was having difficulty finding the Wellington style boot. As a favor, John made him a pair. One pair lead to another and John continue to fill orders for these boots until the end of World War II. The Wellington style became known as the Jet boots. They traveled on the feet of U.S. servicemen, including General Patton, during the entire war.

Another popular Frye style that has enriched American history is the Frye Harness boots. These boots hold a treasured place among American Culture. Not only were they one of the top selling boots in the United States, Europe and Japan. They were also featured in international fashion spreads. Using the 1860 original concept, Frye reintroduced the Campus boot. The launch of this bulky toe and chunky heel style in the 1960’s became the epitome of attitude and style. They were in such demand that the Smithsonian Institute included them in their items that best represents the 1960’s American culture. In 2000, the Frye brand still stands true to their vintage American roots of manufacture high quality finely crafted fashionable boots, shoes and handbags.

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• Frye Campus Boots

• Frye Engineer Boots

Frye boots use only rich leathers and quality hardware on each product they manufacture. The Frye brand is known for their dedication to quality craftsmanship. The first pair of boots Frye made in 1863, set the benchmark for all others. They set the bench mark by being benchcrafted. 140 years later and Frye boots are still manufactured in the same, benchcrafted fashion. Their leather products have continued with this tradition, from the full grain genuine leather uppers to the premium rubber soles. The Frye brand invests time and effort into manufacturing each boot. Each boot demands a steadfast commitment and painstaking attention which involves over 190 steps to make. With proper care, these Frye products can last forever.

Frye products are not just for adults. They also have a Small Frye Collection that is dedicated to manufacturing products for the next generation. Frye childrens boots can be seen on bustling cities and towns across the streets of America. You will also see these products in fashion magazines and on countless celebrities every month. The styles maybe smaller, but the dedications to high quality products are not.

The Frye brand continues their hold as one of the esteem manufactures in the forefront of American styles. Jimlar Corporation is the parent company for Frye boots. The corporation was founded in 1957, and is known as a pioneer in importing footwear to the United States. In 1993, Jimilar became the American licensee and in 1998 they purchased the Frye brand outright. If you are looking for detailed information on the different leathers and beautiful finishes they use, or an overview of the different assortment of leather products they carry, you can get all the information you are looking on their website.