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This handsome book covers bit-and-spur makers through all of the Western states as well as Mexico and the Northeast. Detailed timelines and maps of each region locate makers and saddleries. A valuable research tool for anyone interested in cowboy gear, Bit and Spur Makers In the Vaquero Tradition gives one a glimpse of life in the West when horses were the primary means of transportation.
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Bit and Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition: A Historical Perspective
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Hawk Hill Press, Nicasio, CA, 1997
ISBN 10: 0965994708
ISBN 13: 9780965994705
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Seller: Carpe Diem Fine Books, ABAA, Monterey, CA, U.S.A.
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Dust Jacket Condition: dj. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). First Edition. 4to. 336pp. 650 color photographs of pieces from more than 45 distinguised collections. Glossary; Bibliography; Index. Black cloth with red lettering in color printed dustjacket. A fine copy, as new. Focusing on the period between 1840 to 1960, this book provides a history of horsemen from Mexico to Western U.S. and the various styles and uses of bits and spurs. Chronicles 85 craftsmen who created intricately engraved silver bits and spurs, with biographies. A valuable research tool for anyone interested in cowboy gear. Seller Inventory # 23160
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Bit and Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition A Historical Perspective
Published by
Hawk Hill Press, 1997
ISBN 10: 0965994708
ISBN 13: 9780965994705
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Seller: curtis paul books, inc., Crestline, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). First Edition. Oversized cloth, red gilt titles. Points slightly bumped, small stain to bottom of front board and bottom textblock heel, light toning to page edges. The DJ top edge front panel and spine head have light creasing, else near fine. ; 12.28 X 9.43 X 1.34 inches; 336 pages. Seller Inventory # 57943
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Bit And Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition: A Historical Perspective
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Hawk Hill Press, Nicasio, Ca., 1997
ISBN 10: 0965994708
ISBN 13: 9780965994705
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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). Book is black cloth in near fine condition with light shelf wear. Book is clean & bright both inside and out. Dust jacket is protected with mylar plastic cover also in near fine condition. Binding is tight.Beautifully illustrated with color photographs throughout. Book has red ribbon book mark. Shipping weight is 5 POUNDS. Extra shipping for overseas. Seller Inventory # 006031
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Bit and Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition; A Historical Perspective
Seller: curtis paul books, inc., Crestline, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). Oversized, full leather with concho affixed to the front board. Red gilt titles, slipcase. Points slightly bumped, spine gently sunned, else tight and square. Staining to rear board near spine. Signed to the limitation page by both authors. 1st edition, #106 of 250 copies of the Limited Edition leather bound copies.; 12.28 X 9.43 X 1.34 inches; 336 pages; Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # 58659
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Bit and spur makers in the vaquero tradition: A historical perspective
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # 67S62_27_0965994708
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Bit and Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition: A Historical Perspective (SIGNED)
Published by
Hawk Hill Press, Nicasio, CA, 1997
ISBN 10: 0965994708
ISBN 13: 9780965994705
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Seller: Carpe Diem Fine Books, ABAA, Monterey, CA, U.S.A.
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Color, B/w Illustrations (illustrator). SIGNED by both authors. Quarto, 336 pages. Bound in full leather with a sterling silver concho mounted on the front cover. Chronicles 85 of the Western craftsmen who created intricately engraved silver bits and spurs; 650 color photographs; spectacular!Includes bibliographical references (p. 310-327) and index. Publisher's prospectus laid in. Light fading to spine else a fine copy. American cowboys loved the flash of silver at their heels and on their horses. Western craftsmen between 1840 and 1960 responded to the cowboy's needs by creating intricately engraved silver bits and spurs that are avidly collected today. It is the largely untold story of 85 of these artisans that is related in this beautiful publication. "Far more than just a picture book, Ned and Jody's labor of love is more comprehensive, scholarly and satisfying than any previous publication on the subject. It will become the essential reference guide on the subject and should be owned by anyone with either a casual or passionate interest in the lore of the early Western cowboys and the artistry of their craftsment." - Prospectus. First Edition, #53 of a Limited Edition of only 250 copies. Seller Inventory # 20912