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The story behind Macarthur Boots

Named after the region Mandic Shoes has called its business home since the 1970s, Macarthur has a story connected to our family, Australian heritage and more than 60 years in footwear.

As we continue winding down Mandic Shoes, we're also clearing our remaining Macarthur boots – including Jillaroo, Jackaroo, Ranger and Gilmore.

Currently, between $199.00 (ladies style Jillaroo) and $359.90 (men), our Macarthur boots are so considerably cheaper than RM Williams kangaroo boots, that customers have asked: 'Why so cheap'? Too good to be true? Well No, so let me explain.

We are coming into the end of summer now and the seasons will start to cool down so its a great time to look at investing in a quality pair of boots.

Macarthur kangaroo selection are currently offering 15% off the usual retail price.

That brings the men's Gilmore and Ranger wide fit down to $339.90  - saving you over $59.00!

The Jillaroo ladies style is now only $331.90 - also saving you $58.00  - these boots are a great comfort fashion option  - a classic jodhpur style that looks great with jeans or long skirts.