Western Horseman, July 2001, pg.219
The authors believe in thorough research and a user-friendly presentation, thanks to time lines, charts,and superb color photographs.

Book Description
This is the definitive book on all the old bit and spur makers of the Texas region who were working between 1870 and 1970. There are 63 makers featured with stunning photographs of their work, their maker's mark and a biography of each maker. The origins of the Texas style are traced in the history of bits and spurs brought to the New World from England, France and Spain.

About the Author
Ned and Jody Martin have written five books on the bit and spur makers of the old west. Their first, now out of print, was Bit and Spur Makers in the Vaquero Tradition, followed by this Texas tradition book with the help of Texas historian, Kurt House.