The short version
- Typical range: £20 – £90
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Shoes & Footwear
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used boots is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for bootss, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £90 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £76 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £58 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £40 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £22 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a boots
- Goodyear-welted or stitched construction that can be resoled
- Recognised makers with resoling services available
- Uppers with no cracking across the vamp
- Original laces, box and any dust bags
What lowers it
- Cemented soles that cannot be replaced
- Cracked leather across the flex point
- Worn heel blocks and thin soles
- Salt staining from winter wear
How to work out what yours is worth
- Look at the sole edge for a welt stitch line
- Flex the vamp and check for cracking
- Check the heel block and sole thickness
Once you have those three answers you can place your own boots on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Which used boots are worth the most?
Welted boots from makers that support resoling. They can be rebuilt repeatedly, which keeps second-hand demand strong.
What is Goodyear welting?
A construction method that stitches the sole to the upper via a welt, allowing resoling. Look for a stitch line around the sole edge.
Do resoled boots sell for less?
Not much, provided the work was done well. A recent professional resole can actually raise the price, since it resets the wear.
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