TomE Report post Posted July 15, 2024 Been doing repairs lately instead of making things. Replaced the fleece, billets, and girth buckle strap on this 30 year old surcingle. Hand sewing the shearling (using the existing holes) probably took longer than it would require to make a new surcingle with a sewing machine, but that wasn't the assignment. Does anyone recognize this maker's mark (acorn)? Made in the mid-1990s, possibly in the Saint Louis area. The HBI stamp is harmony, balance, and impulsion. The client's trainer at the time had these surcingles made for her students. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mulesaw Report post Posted July 24, 2024 @TomE Really nice job. There is just something about nice fluffy new fleece that looks attractive :-) I have always liked those halters that are completely covered in lambs fleece. They just looks so comfortable. Brgds Jonas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomE Report post Posted July 24, 2024 7 hours ago, Mulesaw said: @TomE Really nice job. There is just something about nice fluffy new fleece that looks attractive :-) I have always liked those halters that are completely covered in lambs fleece. They just looks so comfortable. Brgds Jonas Thank you, Jonas. I learned something about sewing shearling - it takes longer. I offered to make a leather covered foam pad for the surcingle, similar to a padded girth, but the client wanted the original look. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
