Pull Tab
The pull tab has three functions, the first and most important is to pull on the boot by putting the fingers through the loops. The second function is to cover up the side seam at the top of the cuff and the third function is decorative.
Lining
Inside of boots, usually made of pigskin or a heavy twilled cotton or linen fabric.
Piping
Decorative lining to finish the boots properly.
Dip
The curve in top line of the quarter (shaft). This curve is used for styling and the deeper dips also aid in better fitting.
Upper (Quarter)
The entire boot excluding the bottom.
Side Welt
The side welt is stitched between the front and back quarter during closing operation. It does not really add any strength but is decorative and traditional on cowboy boots.
Stitching (Fancy Stitch)
Decorative feature on boot.
Vamp
The complete forepart of a boot upper which is attached to the insole and welting. It is the most important part of the upper and the one which must possess the finest appearance and durability.
Heel Counter
The heel counter is placed on the inside of the boot between the lining and the outside leather foxing. The counter is formed and molded to hold heel in place.
Heel Pad
The heel pad is simply to cover the unfinished heel area.
Insole
A sole or leather material which is attached directly to a boot upper welting and welting. In some boot constructions, the sole surface forms the inside of the bottom of the boot; in others, it is covered with a sock lining of thick leather or other material.
Box Toe
A stiffener at the toe of the boot to retain shape and style.
Welting
Strip of leather or synthetic material between the upper and the sole to which each part is attached.
Outsole
Outermost sole of boot, the surface of which is exposed to wear.
Sole
Stitching Holds the welting and the sole together.
Shank
Forms the arch, made of steel, fiber, wood or plastic. Supports the arch of the foot.
Heel Lift
Finished bottom of the heel base which must be a very good abrasive material.
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