Alan Bell Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Just finished a bosalito and a 3/8" bosal for some folks. The bosalito is already shaped a little and has horse rawhide for the interweaves. The 3/8" bosal has an Argentine knot called a "left hand" ring knot that is an enlarged casa and an interweave to make that size of a knot. It's a tricky knot to tie. Someday I'll try and post a tutorial on it. Vaya Con Dios, AlanBell Lord I've got to keep on moving!bob Marley- Keep on Moving! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denise Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Alan, Bosalito? That's a new word to me. I assume "small bosal" but is there an official definition? Thanks in advance for the information. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgerbitz Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Nice looking work Alan. How many years have you been braiding? Have a good one, Rob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Bell Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Hey Denise, you're correct, it means small bosal. Some folks call them a "pencil bosal" because the diameter of the cheeks is 1/4" the same as a pencil. They are used under the bridle of a horse finished in the classical Vaquero tradition sort of as a reminder of the earlier lessons hence the third name "under bridle bosal". The fellow that ordered the 3/8" bosal also wants to use his under the bridle so I guess it is an "under bridle bosal" but not a "pencil bosal"??!!? Vaya Con Dios, Alan Bell Sheriff John Brown always hated me, for what? I don't know Bob Marley - I shot the Sheriff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Bell Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Hey Rob, if I had to guess I'd say about 12 yrs. Started with the Woolery and Grant and Hought books when I found I couldn't find nor afford what I found the type and quality of gear I wanted. You should look into the TCAA scholarship if you haven't already. Vaya Con Dios, Alan Bell If I am guilty I will pay!Bob Marley - I shot the Sheriff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
entiendo Report post Posted May 29, 2008 Wow, those are pretty! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mudman Report post Posted June 15, 2008 Nice Work Alan, thanks for sharing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorsehairBraider Report post Posted June 15, 2008 Beautiful work and exquisite knotting! What a joy to see this today. Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CharlieR Report post Posted June 15, 2008 Mr. Bell--as usual, outstanding, neat and clean work. Keep up the good work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Bell Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Thanks everyone. I appreciate all the comments. Vaya Con Dios, Alan Bell Love to see when you're dancing from within! Bob Marley - Jump Nyabingi! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
