Members Alan Bell Posted May 29, 2008 Members Report 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
Contributing Member Denise Posted May 29, 2008 Contributing Member Report 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
Members rgerbitz Posted May 29, 2008 Members Report Posted May 29, 2008 Nice looking work Alan. How many years have you been braiding? Have a good one, Rob Quote
Members Alan Bell Posted May 29, 2008 Author Members Report 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
Members Alan Bell Posted May 29, 2008 Author Members Report 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
Members mudman Posted June 15, 2008 Members Report Posted June 15, 2008 Nice Work Alan, thanks for sharing Quote
HorsehairBraider Posted June 15, 2008 Report Posted June 15, 2008 Beautiful work and exquisite knotting! What a joy to see this today. Thank you. Quote
Members CharlieR Posted June 15, 2008 Members Report Posted June 15, 2008 Mr. Bell--as usual, outstanding, neat and clean work. Keep up the good work. Quote
Members Alan Bell Posted June 20, 2008 Author Members Report 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
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