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Hey, if you ain't bleedin', you ain't tryin'. Nice work.

Here is another that might help.

I suppose it's better than licking the windows??

It seems to me that the internet is full of "experts" on nearly every subject these days. JM2C, Jim

People are WAY harder to deal with than leather! JM2C, Jim

Sorry. "Proving it" is beyond the scope of my participation here. I can see from the picture that the one at TISM appears to have a bearing. I'll include a link to Toledo Industrial Sewing Machines and verify that Bob Kovar has not lied to me. Bad news is that he is in the U.S. Call him. JM2C, Jim https://www.tolindsewmach.com/motors.html

Hey Rodney! I have never been a bareback rider but have contributed to a few pots, though. I really don't think that your riggin' would be a good place to skimp or DIY. I think it would be a cool project. I really wish you the best! JM2C, Jim

That might be because "Joe Kidd" was set in the early 1900's. JM2C, Jim

Me too. Only about 45 years.

Sorry for my part. I had my jackass pants on that day. Jim

Nice work! Dang how much training till you make journeyman mucker???? Is there a chance of advancement to fecal relocation specialist? You've got me thinking about a new career path.

I agree. Attractive, not too complicated. It looks to me like the laced area is raise a little. Like maybe another thickness of leather in the "trident" or horseshoe with a line up the middle including the area with the closure strap. This would also aid in preventing the lacing from distorting the piece. JM2C, Jim

Agreed! It is heartening to find this level of service and commitment. JM2C, Jim

I think it is primarily for cooling.

Sorry. I was quoting a line out of "Have a Cigar".