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RareAntique 100% Hand-Braided Leather Halter & Lead Set (2 pounds with over 19 feet of braided leather)
Upfor purchase is an exceptional, museum-quality piece of traditionalWestern craftsmanship. This is a vintage/antique hand-braided all-leather horsehalter featuring a completely integrated, continuous leather lead rope.
Unlikecommon vintage tack, this entire unit is masterfully plaited out of genuineleather strands without the use of metal hardware, buckles, or structuralsplices.
KeyCraftsmanship Features:
•100% Genuine Leather: Entirely hand-cut and round-braided multi-strand leatherconstruction that retains its natural, organic texture and incredible strength.
•Decorative Noseband: Features a stunning, highly skilled two-tone decorativeleather pineapple/herringbone interweave over the primary leather core.
• Seamless Design: Halter and long lead rope are crafted from a continuous,unbroken series of leather plaits.
•Traditional Button Knots: Finished with intricate, hand-tied terminal leatherbutton knots and clean, flat-cut leather accent tassels at the connectionjoints.
ExcellentHeritage Condition. This piece has been incredibly well-preserved. Crucially,the leather is NOT brittle and has NO dry rot. It remains remarkably supple,pliable, and structurally unbroken throughout its entire length. It features arich, deep oxidized patina consistent with its age, showing natural colorationvariations that highlight the intricate strand work.
Pleasereview all high-resolution photos carefully to appreciate the flawless plaitingtechnique and incredible preservation of this rare piece of Western Americana.
