Category Archives: Tools of the Trade
Tools of the Trade: Tacks
Tools of the Trade
Tools of the Trade
Tombstone slab belonging to Brian Thomas (Abilene, TX.)
Bootmakers often use a flat, smooth marble granite or marble slab as a surface upon which to… pound newly-pieced boot pulls flat, carve designs into damp leather, or skive (thin) small pieces of leather inlay.
Makers’ Marks
Factory-made? Custom made? Take a peek inside the secret language of cowboy boot labels, signature stitches and inking. I’ve posted a bunch of photos of cowboy boot labels and signature stitches on Flickr. I’m hoping it’s a help to boot collectors and a tribute to makers.
Move your mouse over the photos to view extra notes and info.
Add your own photos to Flickr and join the fun! Points awarded for artistic merit. (If you run into to trouble you can e-mail me your photos and I will post them.)
