Missouri Boot & Shoe

[55th VVI]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

His leathers are good. His shoes are great. I just can't get past the use of latex paint (not trying to rehash an old debate) on his haversacks, knapsacks, etc. That being said, I own shoes and leathers from him and could not be more pleased.

[John McPherson]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

Bob Serio is a tremendous asset to our hobby. My pards & I portray Federal Regulars (early war). Prior to attending AHT, we decided to upgrade our kits to include waxed-flesh belts and box straps. We also purchased MB&S's 1857 box for the .58 cal. rifle & cap boxes all w/o rivets (sewn only). Bob's attentiveness & expert knowledge was superb as well as his enthusiasm for getting it right. Our orders arrived promptly and we have been very happy with his product. One of my pards picked up Serio's haversack and it is stoutly-made.

Might I also add, Bob's prices are the most competitive out there for the level of product that you receive. I do not hesistate to recommend his services to anyone!

John McPherson

[Dbackfed]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

As an owner of a Harrison Wiley haversack, I have been very pleased. I have used it the past 5 or 6 years and it has held up fine. I have cut the strap and resown it to make it shorter, and hasn't ripped. Quite frankly, I am happy at the cost, quality, and durability of this haversack.

[GarrettG1993]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

My CS knapsack made it in today. I couldn't be happier with it. The turn around was great as always, 8 days to my door.

Regards,
Garrett Glover

[KPavia]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

I own two of their wiley haversacks and they are excellent.
But the coolest thing that I like about MO boot and shoe is that on emailing them on just a question of enfield slings, not only did they answer my question, but they took the extra step and offered to make me one despite not advertising enfield slings on their site! Their enfield sling is based off of an original owned by Mr. Serio and I just attached it last night! Excellent maker, in my opinion.

[guad42]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

Two years ago I purchased a .69 Caliber Cartridge Box from Missouri Boot and Shoe. It is of the highest quality. I cannot say enough about this vendor; great to deal with!

-Sam Dolan

[WpnsMan]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

Bob Serio is a tremendous asset to our hobby. My pards & I portray Federal Regulars (early war). Prior to attending AHT, we decided to upgrade our kits to include waxed-flesh belts and box straps. We also purchased MB&S's 1857 box for the .58 cal. rifle & cap boxes all w/o rivets (sewn only). Bob's attentiveness & expert knowledge was superb as well as his enthusiasm for getting it right. Our orders arrived promptly and we have been very happy with his product. One of my pards picked up Serio's haversack and it is stoutly-made.

This is the route I took as well. I wanted early war generic traps to use as a basis for both my Federal and Confederate impressions by just adding or deleting the box/belt plates and swapping waist belts (snake belt for CS). I also added a 2 rivet scabbard and the fit is nothing less than superb on my original bayonet.

I also purchased the HW Haversack and am quite happy with it. As with most of MB&S products, when you compare construction, material and cost, it is probably one of the best buys out there.

I just wish Bob would make British/Enfield leathers,

[MO-Pard]

Re: Missouri Boot & Shoe

His leathers are good. His shoes are great. I just can't get past the use of latex paint (not trying to rehash an old debate) on his haversacks, knapsacks, etc. That being said, I own shoes and leathers from him and could not be more pleased.

You can always find someone to repaint them with the period recipe. I have done several for my mess and friends in the hobby.

But while a we are talking satisfaction........ just another thumbs up for an incredible vendor. Coming from a gear whore, a majority of my stuff probablyf comes from Serio and lads. It has almost become a joke when I talk to Bob that I am working to complete my collection of everything in his catalog, (and then some.) This includes no less than 3 sets of footware. For events like BGR, Pickett's Mill, Marmy's and Piney Woods, these footwear make all the difference.

Best Regards