Antique horse bits book

Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The only reason i know is that my dad and granddad farmed with horses and often used them, says j. Antique african bit from burkino fasso early 20thc. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Shop for western horse bits ranging from snaffle bits to cathedral bits, for the backyard horse man to the professional show man. Horse bits enable clear, concise communication with your horse. Writing a book on bits is a daunting task, given the many variations and types of bits in use today. Silver on seat and other places was probably engraved by bohlin.

This beautifully illustrated book may seem esoteric, but it is full of practical advice and will be a welcome addition to libraries well frequented by horsey folk. Our listing is the most complete online guide to famous bit and spur makers. Top buyers of antique spurs and collectible bits what we buy. It is outlined in silver stars and the stirrups have silver stars. Famous maker bits bits produced by famous makers are generally less valuable than comparable spurs but there is still good demand for interesting examples from desirable makers. Bit guards, curb straps, and curb chains keep them in place and provide the necessary leverage. Old rusty curb horse bit western decor cabin decor horse tack. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. We pay hundred or thousands for rare and valuable spurs and bits. Also made of iron this bit illustrates one of the designs of the hign port usually seen on african horse bits. Collectible spurs identification and value guide antique spurs. See todays antique horse bits for sale, best offer and auction.

The ultimate book of horse bits will answer all your questions on the subjectand then some. Page from samuel sidneys book of the horse published by cassell around 1880 the curved cheeks of the bit certainly appear german. Interesting and unique bits and spurs we do buy unmarked spurs but they need to be examples with great design, features, condition, or other notable aspects. Not only does the author and horsewoman emily esterson go into detail about all kinds of equine mouthware and how each is constructed, but she also explains how and why each works in the context of what the rider wants the horse to accomplish. Make offer vintage book how to show your horse and win. Guide to identifying and valuing vintage mechanical banks. All bits and spurs in the pictures on this page are authentic garcias, g. Western horse bits help the rider better communicate with the horse during training or competing.

Will james has 66 books on goodreads with 10979 ratings. A rare large antique cast horse brass, a pierced fern pattern. Antique drenching bits for medicating horses nine out of ten horsemen probably dont know what they are. We also offer our customers a wide range of rare, quality, investment grade merchandise including bits, saddles, boots, chaps and antique firearms. Collectible spurs identification and value guide antique. Jack ferguson marked jf ccsc double inlaid monster pair 1 12 inch bands, 8 inch long. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Need help appraising or selling your antique bits and spurs. Antique drenching bits for medicating horses farm show magazine. Will jamess most popular book is smoky the cow horse.

Garcia bits and spurs have been a deeply rooted part of our western heritage since the late 1800s, introduced during the heyday of the cattle industry, immediately becoming an integral part of the american cowboy legend. Plus todays selected antique horse bits for sale, best offers, auctions, appraisals, free sales advice, free sale prices, values, wish list and more. The only thing i dont like is the bronze coloring rubs off on fabric surfaces, and in the box it rubbed off on a lot of the packing material. On one side is a cone shaped container, w the medicine goes in. Banks should be in good working order to bring high values as well. There is evidence of the use of bits, located in two sites of the botai culture in ancient kazakhstan. It connects with a hollow bar with a hole in the middle, from which the medicine goes in the horses. Apr 08, 2020 page from samuel sidneys book of the horse published by cassell around 1880 the curved cheeks of the bit certainly appear german. Antique bits, stirrups and spurs, acclaimed author, filmmaker and. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Garcia everyone knows, handmade goods are the best. For the beautiful color prints chromolithographs from the book of the horse please click here. The level best for your horse myler bit book and dvd. Hilario books artes, letras y oficios horse bits, hilario, saddles, old.

Get the best deals on antique horse bit when you shop the largest online selection at. This particupar bit is a ring bit, frequently seen in africa. Antique equestrian prints from cassells book of the horse. Boots, saddle pads, even tails bags etc show me what ya got. Located deep in the heart of texas in san antonio, rio grande trading co. Get the best deals on collectible horse books when you shop the largest online selection at. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate.

A good book is a continuous point of reference, and contains the benefit of an authors knowledge, often gained over a working lifetime. Find antique horse tack or list your extra used tack for free with equine nows tack and saddle ads. My horse adjusted to it nicely after a few rides from a traditional curb bit. Listing of famous bit and spur makers antique spur collector. It could have originated in hanover, but the name may just refer to the hanoverian monarchs who ruled britain for much of the 18th and all of the 19th centuries. This is a group for folks interested in collecting or talking about, bragging about, learning about antique horse bridle bits. Maybe the most important control mechanism though is the bridle which is made up of the bit, headstall, and reins. Home tom balding bits and spurs quality, bits, spurs. A funnel on one side feeds the medicine into the hollow mouthpiece which had holes in it. Antique bridle bit collectors public group facebook. The garcia legacy is a rich one, spanning a century with a name synonymous with excellence.

Collectible bits identification and value guide antique. Reading books on any subject written by various authors over the last 100 years may widen your approach to horse ownership. Famous maker spurs famous maker spurs in good condition, with interesting patterns, decorations, engravings or other interesting features are our bread and butter. A collection of antiques and vintage horse bits, with an explanation of their origins. Unfollow antique horse bits to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The author does an admirable job of identifying and classifying different kinds of bits, in addition to describing how each type works and how it affects the horse and influences its behavior. Collectors value original condition more than anything when it comes to these pieces, just as with hubley toys and cast iron door stops. Used horse tack for saletrade public group facebook.

Recently shown in the draft horse journal, werkings bits were used to give horses liquid medicine. One of the most important features of any collectible spur is the makers mark. Collectible bits identification and value guide a rider communicates with a horse in many ways, from a prod of the spurs, to voice commands, weight distribution, etc. Sheep, cattle, poultry and canine veterinary books are also showcased in this selection. This old high back saddle was probably made for a texas ranger. Framed antique gold horse bit early 1900s weathered snaffle horse bit wall decorequestrian decor, horse, framed horse bit,lucky pony shop luckyponyshop 4. Make offer rare vintage old antique 1897 black beauty book by anna sewell red cover. The information in the book was organized well and very helpful, however it went beyond the basics and provided a lot of history that was interesting but may be more information than people wanting a book on more common bits in use would want to know. Some of the titles listed date back to the 1700s including the gentlemans farriery by j. This highly informative book invites us to look beyond the aesthetics of. Werking about the unusual drenching bits he found at a farm auction.

Not all spurs are marked and it is possible in some cases to attribute an unmarked pair of spurs to a specific maker, but no matter what a marked pair will be worth more than an unmarked pair of spurs even if they are both 100% sure to be from the same maker. Get the best deals on vintage horse bits when you shop the largest online selection at. See more ideas about old antiques, horse bits and horses. Traditions continue only when they are respected and nurtured by succeeding, appreciative generations. See more ideas about brass, horses and brass plaques. Selling four western d ring snaffle bits by toklat. Check out our horse bit selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade. Very unusual high spade marked crockett silver bit. Large sterling silver brass overlay bit clip vintage horse show headstall. Sep 5, 2015 100s of antique horse bits from the 1500s to the early and mid 1900s. A version of this article with extensive pictures of original garcia bits and spurs appears in the january, 2001 issue of western horseman magazine. Collectible bits identification and value guide antique spurs. Old 2 piece buermann drop shank spurs w jingle bobs.

Azrahists saddles and tack items include a large variety of original and reproduction tack for the 1800s, for both civilian and military use. This concerns me for how long the color and appearance will last. Werking found one listed in the 1909 sears catalog. Even banks with paint wear can be valuable, and the paint should never be touched up on these cast iron pieces. Handmade western bit short shank square port marked. Antique horse medicine bit this old horse medicine bit was made between 18001900 the horse medicine bit is in good condition, no damage, but shows some corrosion. A rare antique cast horse brass, a multi pierced pattern with small centre double boss. Hackamore bits, snaffle bits, and gag bits each have their own specific function and role, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs, along with the necessary curb straps and bit guards to make your next training session easy and fun. Antique bits, spurs and stirrups from the nevzorov haute ecole.