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IF THE BOOT FITS

Q I have recently found a pair of fantastic old hunting boots, with the knee-length wooden trees included. I am pretty sure they will fit my feet but they don’t fit my rather generous calves. Where can I get these altered carefully?

VP, Lancashire

A Hunting boots from all over the country are sent to Star Cobblers in Co Durham. It offers a complete repair along with a telephone number. They will also require measurements of the widest part of your calf as well as the measurement below the knee. For further information, call 01833 690113 or visit:

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