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Shop best sellersShop all bootsFrom our humble beginnings in a small cobbler shop in Olathe, Kansas, to becoming the pioneers of the cowboy boot, our journey is rooted in tradition, innovation, and family. Here, we share a glimpse into the craftsmanship, resilience, ingenuity, and dedication that drive our brand.
Welcome to the heart and soul of HYER Boots.
The Journey of HYER Boots
1875
The cowboy requests custom boots for cattle driving, leading C.H. Hyer to create the first "Cowboy Boot."
Late 1800's - Early 1900's
Orders came in from cattlemen, rodeo performers, and even celebrities like Buffalo Bill Cody and Marilyn Monroe.
Early 1900's
Pioneers selling boots via mail order and introduces design improvements like the toe bug & fork construction for pull tabs.
WWI and WWII
HYER Boots supplied quality footwear to military personnel, including notable figures like Teddy Roosevelt and Eisenhower.
1970's
Financial hardships in the 1970s led to the family relinquishing control of the business, and after the dust settles, the Hyer brand eventually shuts down.
2019
Zach Lawless, the great-great-grandson of C.H. Hyer, found family memorabilia and felt compelled to revive the business.
2020
Inspired by his findings, Zach and Alicia reclaim the trademark and I.P. for HYER Boot Company, and began planning the revival of a 140-year old family legacy.
2024
HYER Boots relaunches starting with traditionally constructed, Goodyear welted, leather-sole boots. Purpose built to perform in the stirrup for the the working rancher and cowboy.
What’s Next
Zach Lawless, the driving force behind HYER Boots' resurgence, shares his personal journey of reuniting the family with its heritage.
1875
The cowboy requests custom boots for cattle driving, leading C.H. Hyer to create the first "Cowboy Boot."
Late 1800's - Early 1900's
Orders came in from cattlemen, rodeo performers, and even celebrities like Buffalo Bill Cody and Marilyn Monroe.
Early 1900's
Pioneers selling boots via mail order and introduces design improvements like the toe bug & fork construction for pull tabs.
WWI and WWII
HYER Boots supplied quality footwear to military personnel, including notable figures like Teddy Roosevelt and Eisenhower.
1970's
Financial hardships in the 1970s led to the family relinquishing control of the business, and after the dust settles, the Hyer brand eventually shuts down.
2019
Zach Lawless, the great-great-grandson of C.H. Hyer, found family memorabilia and felt compelled to revive the business.
2020
Inspired by his findings, Zach and Alicia reclaim the trademark and I.P. for HYER Boot Company, and began planning the revival of a 140-year old family legacy.
2024
HYER Boots relaunches starting with traditionally constructed, Goodyear welted, leather-sole boots. Purpose built to perform in the stirrup for the the working rancher and cowboy.
What’s Next
Zach Lawless, the driving force behind HYER Boots' resurgence, shares his personal journey of reuniting the family with its heritage.
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