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Jim McFarland received the top honor at the Shoe Service Institute of America (SSIA) Western Boot Contest in 2025, winning first place for his craftsmanship in restoring and repairing Western boots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The award was presented during the SSIA\u2019s 118th Annual Convention in Las Vegas. McFarland\u2019s Shoe Repair in Lakeland, FL, is recognized for this achievement, reflecting both industry recognition and a resurgence of interest in Western boots among repair shops<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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