Name: Color 4 Oiled Horsebutt Boot Kiltie (Shinki Hikaku)
Brand: Guarded Goods
Price: 30.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Color 4 Oiled Horsebutt Boot Kiltie (Shinki Hikaku) Boot Kilties

$30.00 USD

Boot Kilties are a simple add-on that protects your boot’s tongue from wear, improves the fit of your boots if they run a little roomy, and offer an easy way to change up the look without buying a new pair. Each pair is built with a lace keeper to keep it centered and in place all day, no matter how you wear your boots.

Material: Made from 5-6 oz Shinki Hikaku (Japan) Vegetable Tanned Medium Brown Horsebutt
Sourcing: Made in the USA
Sold as a pair

Functional Applications of Boot Kilties

Protecting the Boot Tongue

The tongue of your boot takes a beating. Laces rub against it constantly, wearing down the leather over time. Kilties act as a buffer, absorbing the friction and extending the life of your boots. They also have the added benefit of adding an extra layer of protection to your foot for those utilizing their footwear for hard work.

Improving Fit

Kilties can be a great help in helping filling out your footwear if you have a lower volume foot, creating a snugger, more comfortable fit. This is particularly helpful for taller boots or those with more flexible uppers.

Change The Look

Let’s not overlook the aesthetic appeal! Kilties can be a quick way to give your boots a new vibe without having to spend hundreds of dollars for a new pair. They’re perfect for anyone who appreciates boots with character and wants to make them their own.

How To Install Boot Kilties

Unlace Your Boots

Remove the laces so you have full access to the original tongue. Now is a great time to condition and polish your boots!

Position the Kiltie

Place the kiltie over the tongue, with the bottom edge extending slightly onto the vamp (the part of the boot that covers your foot). Put your laces through the eyelet and into the hole on the kiltie, putting the lace underneath the kiltie, and thread back through the other side.

Thread the Laces

Continue to lace up your boots until you get to the lace keeper and pass the laces through the keeper. This ensures the kiltie stays in place and doesn't slide side-to-side like most kilties. Finish lacing up your boots as normal!