Revived and revitalized, this once-discontinued footwear has made a triumphant return — with a few noteworthy changes.

“To this day, we’re proud that Bean Boots are made by hand by our dedicated stitchers in Maine — just like the original,” says Shawn Gorman, L.L. Bean chairman and great-grandson of the brand’s ...

The 8-inch shaft is also cut closer so it works well with slim-cut pants and jeans. The handmade boot comes in classic western hides like cowhide and goat leather, and if you want an exotic hide ...