I have an compulsive habit of finding certain clothing items and obsessing over them until I either cave in and buy it or seek professional help.
This time it was a pair of Frye boots that cost $380 and in Toronto were only sold at Bootmaster. I would call and see if they had my specific obsession in stock. They told me they didn't but they had a similar pair. I went in several times and stared and stared at them. I never bought them, I never even tried them on because I knew I wouldn't be able to leave without buying them and then I'd have to explain to my landlord why I was trying to pay my rent in air miles.
Anyway, Bootmaster has a HUGE selection of boots - frye boots are definitely their more modern and in my opinion, more stylish boots. But they also have a ton of authentic cowboy boots, which you'll discover when you walk in the store and are pummelled in the face with that beautiful smell of fresh leather. The people working there were always really helpful (on the phone or in person) and if I had the money, I would definitely give them my business.
If you want a pair of well-made, stylish and beautiful boots, I recommend you check out the Frye line they sell here (apparently they're the only
Ontario retailer). And if you see the knee-high Veronica slouch boots, tell them I say hi.