Shortening boots

[Pippity]

I've picked up a bargain pair of proper, straight-top riding boots, complete with garter strap. They fit beautifully, apart from being maybe an inch too long. I can cope with them this length, but is it plausible to get them shortened, or should I just keep wearing them and hope they drop with age?

 

[milliepops]

I see them popping up second hand now and then where people have had boots shortened. i think any good old fashioned cobbler should be able to do this neatly.

 

[DirectorFury]

Heel raisers might be cheaper and easier while you wait for them to soften and drop?

 

[milliepops]

ah yeah, they will drop a fair bit., for some reason my hayfever addled brain had already turned these into used boots.

 

[dorsetladette]

I think Timpsons the shoe repair people do it. I've also been told that a saddler could do it to. I really struggle to get boots the right length as I'm really short in the lower leg.

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

I would try heal raisers first all mine have dropped enough after a while using them.

 

[Pippity]

I'm not sure there's enough space for heel raisers! I'll keep wearing them without the garter strap and if they're still too long after a few months look into getting them shortened.

Damn my short, fat, hairy legs! Why don't I look like Charlotte Dujardin?

 

[MereChristmas]

I think you have to make sure that the top isn’t left too wide and gaping round the calf.
This shop will. I have phoned and they accept boots by post too. I expect there are similar shops everywhere.
I am not sure if they are open now as I rang last January before covid.

https://www.facebook.com/Bowens-Boot-And-Shoe-Repair-107492272708166/