Amado Garcés started shining shoes for 10 cents downtown Kerrville Tx in 1943. He kept a nickel for himself and gave a nickel to the store owner. Thus, beginning his cobbler career. He maintained 6 people at one time working in the Shoe Shop. Amado specialized in handmade belts, boot and shoe repair and orthopedic buildups. His son Ernest Delgado has taken over the business. 

Ernest Delgado grew up in the Shoe Shop. Learning to repair boots and shoes since the 10th grade. Ernest continues to do boot and shoe repair, however the handmade belts are not being made at this time.

Christina Garcés is Amado's daughter.

Her insight on clothing fashion has boosted interest of the family to start a website and online store!