Why is it called the boot top?

[hoped4]

Why is the 'boot top' so named?

 

[fisherman]

Supposed to look like a seaboot with the sock folded over the top.

 

[Cliveshep]

Probably 'cos the water ain't 'sposed to come over it!!

 

[michael_w]

Really classy riding boots have tan leather on the top to give a contrast with the black boot. Study the form next time you are down at the bookies.