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Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video.

I can't remember for sure, but I think so. I'm happy with how they turned out.

Hey Jack, Thanks for the advice. I have actually figured that out since making the chinks. Really is a good tip though. It makes a big difference. Thanks again.

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

Which one? I had to scratch my head on a few of them!

On the Theodore knot I have wrecked my brain on it I have got with several people several people and said the same thing about that knot

@@jacobguitreau6454 I thought that was the one. Here is a link to a video showing how to tie it that I think is the best one out there. I can't say it will help you understand the knot, but you might be able to get it tied. Then, just comes practice. Good luck. th-cam.com/video/qtro4-0Yotg/w-d-xo.html

Yes thank you

No I haven't, but it's a good idea. Thanks for bringing it up.

They can be used for lots of types of reins. I'm not 100% sure, but my guess is that they were traditionally used to connect romel reins to the chains. Today, lots of people connect their reins with snaps, but in the past, these would have been a good way to connect reins in a way where they could also be interchanged. I hope that answers your question.

Thanks for the positive comments, Joel. The reality is that I'm a hobby leathercrafter. However, as I hope to encourage people with this video, even with just a few simple tools, you can get started making things you can use. If you're son is interested, I'd encourage him to keep it simple and not focus on all the tools. Instead, if he focuses on building a solid skill set and knowledge, he will be better in the long run. Then, when he decides he likes it and has saved up some money, he can buy a few tools here and there to do some techniques that will help. Build the skill first, then spend the money and add the technology. At least, that's my 2 cents. Tell him good luck and thanks for checking out the video!

Thanks, DrChattan. I braided it because I had a lazy colt. I didn't want to dull him to my spurs, so I braided this quirt. To help motivate him, I could tap him with it and keep his sides more sensitive to my leg cues. Worked great and I hope to braid more in the future. Thanks for checking it out.

haha. I know, it's crazy how it all connects! I think the guy who figured it out had waaay too much time on his hands. As far as the steel, it is actually a little fid I made. It is about 8.5" long, and the biggest thing about it is that it helps you transfer measurements easily. Mine is just some steel rod that I cut and then ground one end to a dull point. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for checking out the channel!

Thanks!

@@flyingaoutfitters Hai im from Kazakhstan gevme plese western sedle

Thanks, Juan. To answer your question, it's 33 inches from the tip of one buckle to the tip of the other buckle. Seems to be about an average size and fits my horses and saddles well. Hope this helps.

Glad you enjoyed it! The string cutter is actually a loaner from a friend of mine. He basically took some steel round bar and cut it vertically and at an angle. Then he drilled his hole and threaded it for the bolts. If I get some time this summer, I'm hoping to make my own. If I do, I might put together a video so people get some ideas at least. I know, they are crazy expensive. Thanks for checking out the video!

That's good to know, thank you. And yeah! I diy video would be awesome and super helpful!

Glad to hear. I was hoping it could help people out. Good luck on your chaps!

That one took about 6 hours. Of course, that includes time spent messing with the camera and taking care of other little odds and ends throughout the day. Probably 4-5 hours if I sat down and just worked.

haha. I appreciate that! I hope it can help you on some of your own projects. Thanks for checking it out

Thank you. I'm happy with how it turned out!

Thanks, Roger! I hope you enjoy the braiding videos.

@@flyingaoutfitters yes, I do enjoy them.

Glad to hear it. Do you braid?@@rogerauclair1670

@@flyingaoutfitters yes I do, in the past I have braided some bolo ties from 1/8 inch leather using a Turk’s head / gaucho knots for the slide. A few years ago I also bought loads of various sizes and colours of paracord where I have also made bolo ties, bracelets and hat bands for my cowboy hats.

Very cool. It's a rewarding craft. Sounds like you have experienced that. I'm looking forward to getting my new shop finished so I can get back at it before too long. @@rogerauclair1670

Hey Lisa, glad it caught your attention! I hope it helps you craft your own. They're pretty simple. If you take a look at this article, you should get the information you need. If not, let me know and I'll try and explain it some more. Good luck! www.unhobbled.com/leather-working/making-a-bosal-hanger

Thanks!

Thanks, Frank! Although I can't call it artwork myself. It's primitive but functional. To me, that's sort of the spirit of traditional skills like rawhiding. Taking something as simple as rawhide and turning it into something useful provides some satisfaction. As much as anything, I hope the video can encourage you to cut some string and do some braiding yourself! Today is as good a day as any! Thanks again for checking out the video, and good luck with your own projects.

Thanks!

Yes, Gary, they can. This is one of those regional things I think. Depending on where you're from, depends on what you do. I'm a buckle-in feller myself. Found this article for you to check out if you'd like: westernhorseman.com/horsemanship/neu-perspectives/spur-strap-buckles-in-or-out/ Thanks for checking out the video

Peptoboonsmal, Smart Little Lena are big names on the topside, and Blue Valentine is the only big name on the bottom side. He's been a great colt.

Thanks!

Thank you for the encouragement and advice, sir. I appreciate it. I actually just picked myself up a nylon mallet recently. Works great. I'll also keep your other advice in mind, and appreciate the suggestions. Thanks for the subscription, and look forward to chatting with you more in the future!

Thanks for the comment. I'll have to see what I can come up with. I made a template for the horn bag video and put it on our website. I'll see if I can get one made for these as well.

This link should help you out. Let me know if you still have questions. Good luck! www.unhobbled.com/cinch-making/how-to-make-a-cinch-loom

Natural rawhide with the grain still intact. Thanks for checking it out

@@flyingaoutfitters My first one was an old split rain with black and white gutted paracord. My second one was a maguey rope tail end with the warhide lace too thick to finish it properly.

I see. Did you braid the paracord over the split rein? Did it work well? @@l.d.b.r5141

@@flyingaoutfitters Yeah I did want a picture?

That's ok. I appreciate it though. Did it work for you?@@l.d.b.r5141

Yes. I'm pretty sure I purchased it off of Tandy's website. The packet actually has three different styles. Good luck!

Thanks for your comment. I wouldn't recommend it. Most cowboys and ropers keep their horns free. For just day riding or trail riding, they are pretty handy though. Thanks again.

@@flyingaoutfitters I made my own medicine bag for my Saddle turn out pretty good. I may consider making one of these but the horn is a little thick Mine is Wade.

Good style of saddle for roping. I'm guessing your medicine bag hangs behind the cantle? You also might appreciate this post I wrote about different ways to carry all the stuff on a horse. Granted, it's not for a working cowboy, but for camping with your horses. It's just food for though. Good luck with your next project!@@l.d.b.r5141 www.unhobbled.com/camping-with-horses/saddle-setup-for-trail-riding

I'd call this a grazing bit. Very common style.

@@flyingaoutfitters Yeah I couldn't find any that looked like that. with that name but if there is one with had a cricket on it I would use it thanks.

Good luck in your search.@@l.d.b.r5141

Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for checking the channel out.

Thanks, amigo! I sure do like this one too

Hey, peachcraft55. Thanks for the comment. I don't have one available right now, but let me see what I can do. I'd like to help you out if I could.

Hello Peach Craft, I just wanted to reach out and let you know that I put together a template for this horn bag. You can open the link below to view the webpage. Thanks again for your comment. www.unhobbled.com/trading-post/p/horn-bag-template

Thanks. He's been good. His main problem is that the more I ride him, the more he is becoming my wife's horse. haha.

Thanks, amigo! Always appreciate your comments

Thanks, Nathan! I really, really like this filly. To be honest, I can't hardly understand why I'm selling her. She'll make someone a real good ride for a long time.

@@flyingaoutfitters She sure moves nice, seems very willing and intelligent.

Probably the nicest trotting colt I've ever ridden. I can't imagine what she'll ride like when she is 5 or 6. Going to be a Cadillac. Hope the elk and moose hunting has been productive for you. @@nathanadrian7797

@@flyingaoutfitters Not so far, elk season is now over, and I've been having grizzly trouble for the last week, so moose hunting is on hold till Mr. bear goes away!

@@nathanadrian7797 holy smokes. Sounds like a good idea! I've never pounded around grizz country much, just black bear. Do they cause quite a few problems for you or is this a rare deal?

The link in the description has links in the article that will take you to everything you need. Thanks for your question.

Thanks, Tyler! Got lucky, I suppose. Thanks for the comment.

Thanks, amigo! Hope you are doing well!

Thanks, Nathan! We always have fun, and I know I always feel better after a few days camping. It does something good to the soul.

Thanks! Have you been working on any projects lately?

@@flyingaoutfitters No, I have been too busy chasing moose and elk, but I do have some great projects planned!

Good luck on your hunts. A little elk meat in the freezer is good livin. @@nathanadrian7797

Saludos, Julian!

Thanks, Annabelle! Glad you enjoyed it. I got my rope from Columbia Basin Knot. Lots to choose from. If you go through this article, you can find my materials list. Hope this helps! www.unhobbled.com/miscellaneous/making-a-rope-training-halter-and-lead-rope

Thanks, Austin. Glad you enjoyed it! I'm not positive about the string length for hobbles. In Bruce Grant's book, he describes making braided hobbles with a metal ring in the middle. He recommends eight 1/8" strings 56" long. That would do one side. In lots of ways, they would be similar to the process in this video you just watched. Hope this helps. Good luck with your project!

Gracias, amigo! He is a good one. Hope you're having a good summer!