Getting a bronc noseband formed

[Ashley55]

Curious what the best way to go about making bronc style nosebands is. The first way I tried was 2 layers of 6/7oz sewn together. But that was thick and "flat" and really hard to shape over the horses nose once finished. The second way I tried was to wet and shape into a U shape, and then sew together. Which gave the right shape over the nose, but was kind of a pain to sew. 

So my question is, what's the easiest way to go about it, while also getting it to sit nicely over the horses nose? 

[keplerts]

I usually use 7/8 for the top layer and then line the back with a 2-3 oz liner.  Then bend it and kind of pre-shape it.  It will conform to the horses nose over time.

[Ashley55]

Thank you for the reply! Do you find that's thick enough? I'm always paranoid about it being too thin.

[keplerts]

That is plenty thick enough.  Plus, you need to be able to get the concho screws thru the leather.  

[Ashley55]

Awesome, thank you for the suggestion!