The Chelsea boot, or "roper boot", is made in a Hermes-quality Nile crocodile leather; dark brown, easily reads black in many lights. Inside-ankle zipper makes for easy-on-off and all but guarantees a good fit (very discreet too). Slightly wider than our standard cowboy boot last. Each pair is handmade by artisans from Stallion Boot Company of El Paso, Texas with 30 or more years of experience.