Becca

The boot is crafted from high-quality leather with Goodyear welt construction, making it both rebuildable and resole-able for long-term durability. Available in multiple configurations including Heritage Classic, Custom, Quick Ship, and Black Out Collection versions, the Becca represents Nicks' commitment to traditional bootmaking techniques adapted for contemporary women's footwear needs.

The Becca incorporates a 5332 Classic Arch Semi-Pointed Toe design with Celetic toe structure, providing a distinctive silhouette that distinguishes it from more traditional work boots. The boot's sleek profile and taller heel create a fashionable appearance while maintaining the structural integrity expected from heritage footwear.

The design emphasizes versatility, with the classic styling suitable for various outfits and occasions. The refined aesthetic makes the boot particularly well-suited for urban commuting, where it blends seamlessly with both casual and professional attire. The semi-pointed toe design offers a more contemporary look compared to the rounded toes common in traditional work boots.

The Becca employs Goodyear welt construction, a method that provides superior strength and longevity while ensuring the boots are water-resistant and can be resoled to extend their lifespan. The construction uses 1 Row Standard Sole Stitching Thread and features a 269 Western Comp outsole material for durability.

Materials include USA Tanned Leather with a thickness of 6.5-7 ounces, sourced from renowned tanneries Horween and Seidel, known for their Heritage Boots leather production. The boots feature full vegetable-tanned leather insole, midsole, and shank construction, maintaining traditional material standards throughout.

Hardware consists of solid brass components, ensuring corrosion resistance and aesthetic longevity. The boots include a Vibram sole for enhanced traction and durability, paired with black leather laces. The Lineman heel profile features sleek Edge Color in Black, contributing to the boot's refined appearance.

At Nicks Handmade Boots, quality control involves meticulous leather selection, with the company deliberately crafting around 1.75 to 2 pairs of boots per hide compared to the 5 to 6 pairs that other manufacturers typically extract. This approach ensures only the highest quality sections of leather are used, prioritizing durability and longevity over production quantity.

Nicks Boots typically fit larger compared to mass-produced footwear, with the company recommending customers order one half-size down from their Brannock device measurement. For example, someone who normally wears size 12D could order size 11.5D in Nicks for a snug fit.

Most brands offer boots in standard D width, which represents the most common width in Nicks' sizing system. However, the company provides extensive width options, offering sizes from A through FF widths in many of their lasts, accommodating a broader range of foot shapes than typical mass market footwear.

The company provides free size exchanges and maintains a 30-day return policy if the boots do not fit properly, recognizing the importance of proper fit in heritage footwear where break-in periods and long-term wear are significant considerations.

The Becca is available in several configurations to meet different customer preferences and timeline requirements. The Heritage Classic version represents the standard offering with traditional construction and materials, available with the company's standard lead time of 18-35 weeks.

Custom configuration options allow customers to specify particular materials, construction details, or modifications, also available with the standard lead time. This option provides flexibility for customers seeking specific aesthetic or functional characteristics.

The Quick Ship version, designated as model 67BLKOUT, features Classic Arch Sprung Toe construction and Moderate Water Resistance, designed for customers requiring faster delivery than the standard production timeline allows.

The Black Out Collection version offers a monochromatic aesthetic with black leather and coordinating hardware, maintaining the same construction quality while providing a distinct visual appearance. This version is available with standard lead time scheduling.

Nicks Handmade Boots provides detailed manufacturing documentation through video content that demonstrates the step-by-step process from initial leather preparation through final finishing. The documentation covers techniques including clicking and skiving, wet and dry lasting, shanking, and sole stitching, illustrating the craftsmanship involved in creating USA-made durable footwear.

The manufacturing process emphasizes the use of premium materials and construction methods designed to enable future resoling or rebuilding. This approach reflects the company's philosophy of creating footwear designed to last for years rather than requiring frequent replacement.

Founded in 1964 by Nikolai Blahuczyn, who was known as "the Original Nick" in the Pacific Northwest boot world, the company originated in Spokane, Washington. Nick established the business utilizing nearly thirty years of experience gained from both his parents and while working at White's, with the goal of making boots "from start to finish." Originally serving construction workers, loggers, and other outdoor professionals, Nick operated six days a week from his small store on E8425 Sprague, taking pride in being the only craftsman in Spokane who made his living creating boots completely from scratch.