Caswell Boot Company

The company offers multiple boot categories including service boots, jumper boots, moc toe boots, lace-to-toe boots, and derbies, with pricing ranging from $360 to $469.99. Caswell Boot Company positions itself between dressy brands like Crockett & Jones and rugged brands like Truman Boot Company, combining sleek dress boot aesthetics with rugged leather selections.

Caswell Boot Company was established in 2019 by Kevin Wilson, described as a "long-time shoe- and boot enthusiast" whose day job is in consulting. Wilson named the company after Caswell County, North Carolina, reflecting his family heritage in the region.

The company faced significant early challenges during its development. A 2021 Kickstarter campaign attempting to establish US-based manufacturing failed to meet its funding target, resulting in zero dollars raised. The original US-based factory subsequently shut down permanently, and the company received multiple rejections from other American manufacturers. Despite these setbacks spanning the global pandemic and supply chain disruptions, the brand successfully launched its initial lineup after four years of development.

Caswell Boot Company boots are manufactured in Spain after the company's attempts at US production proved unsuccessful. All boots feature Goodyear welt construction with a 360-degree storm welt designed for enhanced water resistance.

The construction specifications include vegetable-tanned leather insoles, steel shanks, and cork filling. Sole options include rubber soles from Dainite or Vibram. The company uses a last developed by Springline, a British company, featuring a classic round toe with low toe box design.

The core model lineup includes three primary styles: The Wilson, a cap-toe derby boot; The Lisbon, a plain-toe service boot; and The Coimbra, a three-eyelet chukka. Additional models in the range include Carver, Carver II, Stanton, and Shaw.

Boot categories span Service Boots, Jumper Boots, Moc Toe Boots, Lace-To-Toe Boots, and Derbies. The company offers four collection tiers: Ready to Wear, Made to Order, Custom Collection, and Hand-Welted Collection. During the 2021 Kickstarter campaign, the company offered three service boot styles and one chukka boot design.

Caswell Boot Company sources leather from tanneries including C.F. Stead, Horween, Seidel, and Tanneries Du Puy with a philosophy focused on uncommon hides from tannery archives.

Notable leather options include Brown Country Calf, Caramel Oiled Shoulder from C.F. Stead, and Color 8 Chromexcel from Horween. The company also offers exotic leather options including wild boar, stag, and kangaroo. Featured leather varieties include vibrant brown oiled shoulder leather and dark brown kudu antelope leather.

Caswell Boot Company operates as a 100% feedback-driven brand with a direct-to-consumer model emphasizing hyper-focus on leather curation. The company's mission centers on seeking uncommon leathers not typically offered by other brands.

Most production follows made-to-order processes with limited ready-to-wear options available. The company offers free shipping and exchanges within the United States for ready-to-wear items, available in US Men's sizes 7-12 in D and E widths. Customer reviews average 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 200 reviews, though customer feedback indicates the boots tend to run narrow.

Current pricing ranges from $360 to $469.99 for most models, compared to the 2021 Kickstarter pricing of €270 ($320) per pair. The company describes its value proposition as offering "good value for quality" at competitive price points.