Neat thrift store with mostly western hats and clothing plus an addition of other trinkets. You can probably save some money on used items here. The cowboy hats are about $120. There are no price tags on anything, you just have to ask the old guy on the chair for everything. read more

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This is a cool boot and western fashion thrift store. There are hats, boots, clothing, and accessories. You can also find home decorations as well! The prices are pretty reasonable and the gentleman who runs the store is really nice and helpful. read more

Brazos Trading - The storefront features vintage shirts, a jacket, and a leather chair outside, with signs indicating it sells boots and trading items. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Austin, Texas

Brazos definitely has its own unique vibe. I mainly went to check out the used boots but was more intrigued by the vintage books,items and hats. The time it's open is a gamble I have read so we planned to be there in the first hour of opening. There is only the owner there and not everything is priced which felt odd. Instead we just showed him a book and he then priced it for us. I would say this is a barrier in the shopping experience. Everyone after us was greeted upon walking in except us which felt odd. The store though does have a lot of character and so much to sift through. Reminder to bring cash as I forgot and couldn't purchase the book. There are other fun vintage shops around this store as well to check out. All in all Brazos is a fun unique experience for vintage shopping in Austin. read more

Unique western wear focused resell. Theyve got lots of boots! Belt and a few buckles. Some pretty cool shirts in thd back. Got a $200 new ostrich belt for 50 used but in decent condition. Not bad. Oh and bring cash or check read more

Everything in here has been hand selected and the proprietor is knowledgeable. One of the largest selection on pre owned boots I have ever scene in almost any style and every price. Pearl snap shirts, belts, hats, leather products all with character that feels one of a king that least unique just secure you know the hours and habits of the place. Makes all the more Interesting read more

Brazos Trading - Handkerchiefs, leather bill fold, Rustler pearl snap, Custom Leddy's handmade boots he found me EE as requested - A plaid Western-style shirt hangs on a wooden wardrobe, with cowboy boots and a leather bag placed on the floor nearby. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Austin, Texas

Just a very cute and unique shop. Lots of cool used boots and other old school things. I did not walk out with anything, but I would definitely recommend. The store owner was very friendly and helpful when it came to helping you find something. Good pricing and neat finds here. read more

Brazos Trading - Boots! - Cowboy boots are arranged on white shelving units, with various styles and colors visible in a retail store setting. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Austin, Texas

For boots, they're a little worn, but that's to be expected from vintage stuff, Charlie was a sweet man, and laughed and carried on with me when I went in, I bought an old school Tony lama belt from the man and I still wear it every day, his prices are high for the wear on his stuff, but I think it's great someone is trying to preserve old western style. read more

Brazos Trading - Charlie's Tony Lama Horsehair belt ! - The image shows a person seated, wearing light blue jeans and a Western-style belt with a decorative heart-shaped buckle, sitting on a black leather chair. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Austin, Texas

The real-deal vintage Western store. The owner, Charlie, will get you exactly what you want at a more-than-fair price. I've been wearing a pair of boots and ornate leather belt for every bar outing since I bought them several months ago. Definitely give this place a look. read more

Hands down best place to buy used boots. Charlie was so helpful in helping me find 2 pairs of boots, and I loved talking with him. What a great experience! read more

A great place to shop for western boots. I didn't find any that fit my wide little feet this time around, but the experience of meeting Charlie was a worth the trip. I called ahead because other reviewers suggested that you should, and it was a good thing because the proprietor was planning on knocking off early. Well, it's been over 10 years since I had been in Austin, so I had forgotten the nightmare that is I-35 traffic. What I was expecting to be a 15 minute drive became closer to 45 minutes. Charlie actually called to make sure I was coming, and graciously told me he'd wait. And he did. He also took his time with me as we went through different boots looking for a good fit, and he was very friendly the whole time. Next time I am in Austin, I'll make a stop here. I just won't use I-35 to do it.... read more

Boots and bikes. This is the majority of the flotsam and jetsam. Bought a cute little red mountain bike ($60) here for a friend who had a birthday coming up and wanted to learn to ride... great place for a first bike. Large selection of reasonably priced, some exotic, used cowboy boots ($80-$150) like the bikes, is hit or miss. read more

Go here if you want great cowboy boots at some great prices. Boots are secondhand, but the owner knows his stuff and buys the best custom boots around. Can't emphasize enough how great some of the prices are, there are some real gems. My gripe would be he keeps odd hours so best to call ahead and you shouldn't have a problem. More importantly, his knowledge on the brands and boots totally make up for that one drawback. read more

Um, I am bewildered by the other reviews. The boots here are not only used but used up! I notice there aren't many reviews from this year as the place is a beat down fire hazard. 2 stars because the owner was sweet. Everything is filthy dirty and should have gone into a dumpster but instead was put on a shelf. I felt like I'd stumbled into a "Hoarders" tv episode. read more

Will definitely return. Multiple big fans roaring in the back of the store, owner gently napping up front. Unique tchotchkes, a lot of boots, and a pile of petinaed men's vintage Levi's I can't wait to dig deeper into. read more

Such a great store!! Vintage boots, hats, & art -- got a pair of great quality boots for a fraction of the price of most vintage stores!! Owner is so kind and helpful - gave great advice about how the boots should look and fit. Hundreds of boot options - a must-see for all boot-lovers!! read more

Charlie is a stud! We spent an hour going through the boots, history and his amazing collection. I went in for boots and came out with some amazing vintage gear! A must for those looking for rare, hard to find - one of a kind boots and more. read more

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A Craigslist search for used bikes led me to this shop, where I was giddy at the number of bikes that were available for sale. I'd guess that Charlie has 50+ bikes available at any given time. Most of them seem to be from the 19070s and 80s, a good era for bikes, and all are in reasonably good, though not perfect, condition. All of the frames I inspected were in great shape, but I noted many relatively minor issues on lots of the bikes, like flat tires, rusty chains and gears, rusted bolts, etc. Major and difficult-to-repair parts like bottom brackets and forks all seemed to be in great condition on all of the bikes I looked at. Basically, these bikes are easy to get into good shape by anyone with basic bike maintenance knowledge, or by any bike shop in the area. Charlie is more than willing to let you take any bikes out for a test ride, and is open and honest about any repairs that may be necessary, and may adjust the price accordingly. Ultimately, I found a bike that was close to a perfect fit for me. I was quoted $225 for a few of the bikes that I looked at, which is consistent with what you'll find on Craigslist for similar bikes. The large selection here was a big advantage over Craigslist. Biggest knock on the place for me is the inconsistent hours. Knowing whether the shop is open or not is a bit of a crapshoot, and though Charlie kindly makes himself available by posting his phone number on the door, I personally hate to impose myself like that. The shop also seems to have an incredible selection of used cowboy boots, but I can't say anything about their quality or price. In general, I'd absolutely recommend this place for anyone shopping for a good quality used bike, but just be prepared for a bit of patience with their hours, and understand that a tune-up afterwards will be required. Neat place! read more

I love a good thrift shop but I have certain standards. Although there was wide selection of boots but you have to take time to search for your size. The boots have also not been taken care of once they arrive in the store nor has the store itself been kept up properly. There were a few other items I was interested in but again the store tidiness threw me off. read more

What a great place and what a true Gentleman is Charlie. I found the perfect pair of lizard tipped boots at the perfect price.

My friends and I recently visited Austin and we were in search of great, affordable used cowboy boots. Someone at Franklin BBQ recommended this place and we were in boot heaven! It's not in the heart of town, but is totally worth the drive. Charlie is the owner, and he's such a sweet guy. You can tell he carefully purchases his merchandise and has a story for everything. There were walls and walls of boots. I highly recommend this for men and women. Great belts, leather jackets, glassware also. read more

Brazos Trading - Thrift Stores Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you are in the market for a sweet pair of boots and don't intend on breaking the bank, this is your place! I brought a friend here on our first visit and she walked away with an awesome pair. I was prepared with cash on my second visit and found myself the perfect pair of boots. The average price is around $125 and you can't beat that when it comes to high quality second- hand boots. Charlie is super nice and has a passion for finding handmade boots from all over Texas and beyond. He'll likely have a story about each pair. Make sure to come with cash and you will find what you're looking for! read more

Amazing place! Found what I needed, and Charlie was super nice. Reminded me of old school Austin. Love love love!

Want a no frills, fun yet efficient vintage boot shopping experience? Then this is the place. I just returned from buying my second pair of boots from Charlie at Brazos Trading Company. I recommend this place to everyone I meet that's wanting some broken-in, usually unique, affordable boots. The selection is huge and he typically asks my shoe size and then takes me around, pointing out which boots will fit. He is almost always right on and, after trying on a few today, I ended up purchasing the first pair he selected for me for a very reasonable $85. (I also have large feet for a woman and he's never judged, just takes me right to the men's section and points out the narrow boots that he thinks will fit.) The store has never been closed when I've been by, but for such a selection and affordable prices, I'll take it! He also has a good selection of men's clothing and I picked up nice guayabera for my man for $15. Be sure to bring cash or your checkbook as Charlie doesn't accept credit cards, but he's very willing to hold your items if you have to run home or to an ATM. read more

I really wanted to check out this place, but was bummed that they weren't open when I was there. I understand going to a store and it being closed outside of their business hours...duh! However, I came within their posted hours and they were closed. I was excited when I saw the sign on the door that said to give the owner a call because he sometimes leaves the shop, but stays within the area. When I called I was disappointed to find out that he wasn't in the area, will not be there shortly and will not be there for a few days. So the low rating is more for the inconsistency and the fact that if you're going to own a place of business, be reliable and be there during your posted business hours. read more

I would like to contact the Brazos Trading, anybody here know their email address? Your response is highly appreciated. Thank You. read more

After reading the previous reviews I called Charlie to make sure he was there. I recommend looking the store up on a map so you know which corner it's on because the place is easy to miss and I had to circle around. His selection is good and I was able to find a really nice pair of ostrich boots for $150 which usually run for $300-$500 and up if you buy them brand new. read more

I had an acting gig and needed cowboy boots. I found a pair that not only fit my costuming needs,but also were very gently used and way within my budget. I found my boots within 5 minutes of entering the store.I spent another 55 minutes mousing around. Charlie was very helpful when asked,but if you need to be hand led around the store,it ain't happening (So...uh...get over yourself.) The shop probably could use a little more organization and a dusting.Be sure to CALL first, like I did as I believe Charlie doesn't work strictly by any set business hours.My biggest regret was that I didn't have additional cash to purchase another pair of boots that I saw and a few other eclectic things, the likes of which may only be found by chance. read more

My quest for vintage women's cowboy boots ended today at Brazos Trading Co. Hallelu! I googled "women's vintage cowboy boots Austin" and came up with lots of shops - most of them on South Congress. I'm sorry, but, I LOVE me some SoCo but I would never pay SoCo's extremely inflated prices on vintage wear. I had some trouble finding the place as Brazos Trading Co. isn't on any sign that I could see. Just look for the cool funky resale shops at the corner of Lamar and Brentwood. Like a previous reviewer said, there are walls and walls of boots. The owner, Charlie, was so kind. I had my 17 month old daughter with me and she never, ever stops moving. He was very helpful and patient with the two of us. Offered some good distractions for her, guided me to the area of women's boots in my size and gave me good tips on sizing. Almost immediately I found my dream boots. AAAAH! So exciting! I literally have not stopped smiling all day. If you're looking for a great pair of vintage boots, look no further. read more

Went here for the first time just bumming around, looking for old stuff to look at. Couldn't believe the price of old boots, but we had fun. SECOND time I was here was because I needed cowboy boots for real, we bought a piece of property and the Poser Cowgirl stuff was over- I needed boots to stave off fire ants, chiggers and burrs, in no particular order. Charlie was as cool as he was the first time- a generous host, mention something and he'll go out of his way to help you find it. First time it was pretty obvious we weren't buying anything, he was still as friendly as could be, we talked about the weather for a while. While I wasn't looking for cuteness, he does have some very cool boots with color and style- mine are comfortable, fit well and, best yet, already broken in! Place may not be for everyone- if you don't enjoy the hunt, don't bother, this place is not for anyone wanting a spoon-fed shopping experience, you do have to work to find what you want- "smaller sizes are mostly over here" - "did you see the hats in the back?" Love the hunt, you'll love Brazos! read more

I was tipped off to this place by a friend who makes this the first stop for any of his visitors from Philly. I cannot overstate how lovely Charlie is, and how good my new boots look! Having a pretty common ladies shoe size, there wasn't the largest selection of boots, but I still left with two pairs (even though I told myself I would just buy one) because I just couldn't decide between them. Even leaving with two pairs of really nice boots, one pair almost new, I only spent $175. If you want to get some seriously quality footwear and have a nice time buying them, go here first! read more

The owner is personable, the merchandise is eclectic and the location is great. Stop in you will have fun and probably find a one-of-a-kind piece. Boots and bikes are the specialty. read more