PrintTom Balding Bits and Spurs
Master craftsman and artisan Tom Balding and his staff work from his shop in Sheridan, Wyoming.
There at Tom Balding Bits and Spurs, the team masterfully handcrafts each piece, stamping them with Balding's trademark.
Known for their decorative design as well as their quality, Tom Balding's artfully designed bits and spurs have been recognized as significant cultural objects and works of art, and have been featured in galleries and museums.
Professional and working cowboys, clinicians, and horse people appreciate Balding's work not only for its artful craftsmanship but also for its technical quality.
"My Tom Balding spurs with the sterling overlay, without a doubt, are the most beautiful I have ever seen. However, beauty is not their only attribute. The weight, the way they can fit, and the angle and shape of the shank are a perfect combination for the precision that my work demands," says National Reigning Horse Association Hall of Fame and Futurity Champion Dick Pieper.
In addition to spurs, bits, and a handmade jewelry line, Tom Balding crafts polo bits and spurs designed especially for the sport.
Also, check out the online store and gift gallery, which includes a variety of silver, turquoise, and broken-china jewelry; hand-engraved silver money clips; distressed leather belts; and hand-tooled leather photo albums.
Order online or find a retailer near you using the website locator.
— Kathleen Fritsche
• Info: www.tombalding.com, 800-672-8459
Issue: July 2009
