Cowboy shoes with spurs are Western riding boots sold with spur straps or clips already attached, letting you buy the complete setup instead of sourcing the hardware separately.
Most spurs bolt or strap onto the heel of any boot with the right construction, but pre-assembled pairs skip the fitting step.
That convenience narrows your options to whatever the seller paired together. The styles here run $149 to $295 before discounts, with engraving available on most designs from Molly’s Custom Silver.
What Cowboy Boot Spurs Actually Do
Spurs are metal tools that bolt or strap onto the heel of a riding boot, giving riders a way to refine leg cues when working with a horse.
The rowel (the small wheel or pointed metal piece at the end) touches the horse’s side with varying pressure, translating subtle shifts in the rider’s leg into commands the horse can read.
Rowel size and shank length change with riding style: a longer shank delivers the signal from farther out, useful when a horse needs gentler contact, while a shorter shank puts the rowel closer to the boot for quicker, more direct communication.
Responsive horses often work best with smooth or smaller rowels, and less sensitive animals may need something with more presence.
Rodeo riders tend toward short shanks and durable construction for fast work, while arena disciplines and ranch riding pull from a wider range depending on the horse and the rider’s preference.
1. Sally Scull Spurs
Sally Scull Spurs start at $174.90 on sale, regularly $295, and they ship with customization built in rather than tacked on.
I can request up to three lines of lettering, and the shop engraves figures, ranch brands, logos or uploaded images directly into the metal.
That level of personalization at this price point makes them worth comparing against plain off-the-rack options that cost nearly as much but leave you with someone else’s design.
The engraving holds detail well enough for brand marks, so ranchers ordering multiples for their crew get spurs that actually identify the outfit.
2. Rhinestone Cowgirl Spurs
The Rhinestone Cowgirl Spurs sell for $295.00 or $174.90, depending on where stock sits. Decorative spurs like these lean into ceremony and show work rather than ranch riding.
Rhinestones catch arena lighting, and the patterns tend to be more intricate than what working gear allows. A pair this detailed is meant to be seen from the stands, not buried in stirrup leather during a long day outside.
If the spurs spend more time on display than in the saddle, the rhinestone route makes sense. For actual riding, the stones add weight and the settings can snag.
3. Jesse James Spurs
The Jesse James Spurs carry the same distinctive styling that runs through the entire Western spur line, priced at $295.00 or $174.90 depending on finish and customization.
Named after the legendary outlaw, these spurs pair well with traditional cowboy boots that have a defined heel and enough shaft height to keep the spur strap from slipping.
The rowel on these spurs, the small wheel at the back, rotates freely, which matters if you’re using them for actual riding rather than just show.
Like the other spurs in this collection, the metalwork allows for engraving, so you can add initials or a small design if you’re ordering a pair as a gift or want something that looks custom rather than off-the-shelf.
The lower price point usually applies when you skip the engraving or choose a simpler finish.
4. Bonnie May Spurs
Bonnie May Spurs run $295.00 full price, marked down to $174.90 through Molly’s Custom Silver, and they follow the same build-your-own model as the rest of the line.
You pick the rowel size and style first: larger rowels spread pressure, smaller ones give a sharper cue.
Then you move to straps, which can be plain leather or tooled with geometric borders. Customization runs deeper than most off-the-shelf options: add initials along the heel band, swap in decorative conchos, or request engraved patterns on the shank.
The motifs let you layer in branding marks, floral work, or Western iconography without commissioning a fully bespoke pair. If you want spurs that match a specific saddle or competition outfit, this is where the flexibility pays off.
5. Lillian Smith Spurs
The Lillian Smith Spurs run $295.00 down to $174.90, putting them in the middle of the price range for this collection. Sizing customization is available, so you can fit them to your boots rather than working around a standard measurement.
The spur name honors a sharpshooter who toured with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, though the design itself follows the same Western engraving style as the rest of the line.
If you want to add a custom figure, ranch brand, or up to three lines of lettering in each spur, that option is open across the collection.
6. Goldie Griffith Spurs
The Goldie Griffith Spurs retail for $295.00, marked down to $174.90. Named after a rodeo performer from the early 1900s, this pair leans into Western heritage styling without tipping into costume territory.
The discount puts them in range with several other historically named designs in the same collection, so the choice comes down to which silhouette you prefer rather than price alone.
At just under $175, they sit in the middle tier for custom spurs.
Not entry-level, but far from top-of-line silverwork. I’d buy these if the proportions suit your boot heel height and you want something that nods to rodeo history without looking like a museum piece.
7. Stagecoach Mary Spurs
The Stagecoach Mary Spurs sell for $174.90, marked down from $295.00, making them one of the better values in Molly’s Custom Silver’s named collection.
The discount holds across most styles in the line, though pricing can shift between designs. I’d put these toward the top of the list if budget matters but you still want engraving and a finished look rather than plain steel.
The name references Mary Fields, a mail carrier and freight hauler in Montana in the 1890s, which fits if you prefer historical figures over outlaw names.
The spurs themselves match the construction and customization options available across the collection, so the choice comes down to price and which name you want stamped on them.
8. Calamity Jane Spurs
The Calamity Jane Spurs sell for $295.00, marked down to $174.90. That discount puts them in the middle of the pricing range for these named designs, and the markdown is consistent across most of the collection.
The name references Martha Jane Cannary, the frontierswoman who rode as a scout and dispatch rider in the 1870s and became famous for her sharp shooting and refusal to ride sidesaddle.
If you want spurs tied to one of the better-known women of the American West, this pair carries that association without stepping into purely decorative territory.
The styling details aren’t spelled out in the listing, so judge by the photos whether the rowel size and shank length match what you need for your boot heel height and riding style.
9. Lottie Deno Spurs
The Lottie Deno Spurs run $295.00 at full price, marked down to $174.90, the same pricing structure as most of the line.
Named for the card-playing gunslinger who dealt faro in San Antonio and Fort Griffin, these spurs fit into Molly’s Custom Silver’s collection of western outlaw styles.
The discount puts them in range if you want engraved silver spurs without custom ordering, though you’re still paying nearly $175 for a pair.
I’d put these on the list if the name speaks to you or you’re drawn to whatever engraving pattern they carry, but the sale price is standard across the whole collection, so shop by the design you actually want rather than assuming this pair is the value pick.
10. Josephine Earp Spurs
The Josephine Earp Spurs run $174.90 marked down from $295.00, which puts them in the middle of the pricing spread for the named spur styles at Molly’s Custom Silver.
Named for Wyatt Earp’s common-law wife, they sit alongside other figures from frontier history (Sally Scull, Calamity Jane, Jesse James) in a collection that treats each design as its own thing rather than variations on a single template.
The discount holds across most of the line, with only the Pearl Hart style dropping further to $149.00.
If you want spurs tied to a specific name without paying full retail, this is where the price settles for most of the roster.
11. Wyatt Earp Spurs
The Wyatt Earp Spurs run $295.00 full price, $174.90 on sale. Named for the legendary lawman, these sit on the dressier end of the custom spur lineup.
The styling leans classic rather than ornate, which keeps them versatile if you ride in multiple settings or want spurs that pair as easily with a show saddle as they do with working tack.
At this price point, you’re paying for hand-finished detail and materials that hold up past the first season of hard use. The sale price makes them competitive with mid-tier production spurs that won’t last nearly as long.
12. Etta Place Spurs
The Etta Place Spurs land at $295.00, discounted to $174.90, putting them in the middle of the pricing pack alongside most of the named styles in this collection.
The design carries the name of Etta Place, the schoolteacher-turned-outlaw who rode with the Sundance Kid, so the styling leans toward a clean, composed look rather than heavy ornamentation.
If you want spurs that nod to Western history without announcing themselves from across the arena, these do that work.
The discount makes them accessible for riders who want quality metalwork without paying full custom pricing, and at just over $170 they sit comfortably between everyday training spurs and the kind you save for competition.
13. Pearl Hart Spurs
Pearl Hart Spurs list at $295.00 marked down to $149.00, the steepest discount in the collection.
The price sits about $25 below most of the other named styles after their reductions, which makes them worth checking if budget decides between two designs you like equally.
The styling details aren’t called out separately in the product line, so the name itself is the distinguishing feature: Pearl Hart being the stagecoach robber who served time in Yuma and later appeared in Wild West shows.
If the historical reference matters to you, the price makes them easier to justify than the options still sitting near $175.
Choosing Spurs by Riding Discipline
Rodeo spurs are built for precision and hold up to hard use, while bullrider spurs feature shorter shanks to reduce the risk of snagging during a ride.
Western spurs cover a broad range, from working styles to ornamental pieces meant more for show than the arena.
Youth spurs scale down in size and typically arrive with blunted rowels, designed to teach proper leg position without overwhelming a young rider or the horse.
Decorative and engraved spurs lean into craftsmanship (etched patterns, inlaid metals, custom initials) and often serve ceremonial or display purposes rather than everyday riding.
Discipline matters, but so does the individual horse: a sensitive animal may need a spur with a rolling rowel and gentle contact, while another might require more direct cues.
Misuse causes discomfort and erodes trust, so fit the spur to both the task and the temperament, and use it as a refinement of your leg, not a substitute for good riding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are cowboy boots with spurs called?
They’re called spurred boots or riding boots with spurs. The spurs themselves are metal tools that bolt or strap onto the heel, featuring a rowel (the small wheel or pointed piece) that touches the horse’s side to refine leg cues.
Different disciplines use different spur styles, from short-shanked rodeo spurs built for fast work to longer-shanked versions for gentler contact with responsive horses.
Do cowboys still use spurs on their boots?
Yes, working cowboys and competitive riders still use spurs as communication tools with horses. Rodeo riders favor durable construction with short shanks for quick cues, while ranch riders choose styles based on their horse’s responsiveness and the day’s work.
Spurs translate subtle leg shifts into commands the horse can read, making them practical equipment rather than costume pieces.
Is it illegal to wear spurs in public?
No, wearing spurs in public is not illegal in the United States. Spurs are riding equipment, and you’ll see them worn at rodeos, horse shows, and Western events without legal issue.
That said, they’re designed for mounted work and serve no practical purpose on foot, so most riders remove them when they’re done riding.
