Shaping a Western Hat with a Hat Steamer Just in case you missed Part 1 of this video series, we are very fortunate to have seen a big increase over the past few years in the number of hats we’re shaping and fitting. As it turns out, that increase was the catalyst for us toRead more ⟶
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2019 – Our New Hat Steamer is Here – See How It Helps Us Shape Your Western Hat – Part 1
Shaping a Western Hat with a Hat Steamer Our business continues to change and evolve. And that includes an expansion in our hat fitting and shaping areas. In fact, the changes have been significant and we decided it was time to add a new, more powerful hat steamer to the business. The new steamer makesRead more ⟶
Longevity – Being There For The Long Haul At The Silver Spur
I’ve been thinking a lot about longevity lately. I’m not sure why my mind keeps going back to that specific word or phrase but I’m guessing it has a lot to do with the fact that I’ve been thinking about my Grandpa Strein even more than normal in the past few days. The crazy worldRead more ⟶
Shaping a Western Felt Hat – Part Two
In this video Craig Strein will share his over 40 years of experience in the world of western hats, specifically how to shape a western felt hat. This video is a continuation of a visit I had with Craig Strein of the Silver Spur Saddle Shop several weeks ago. While I was visiting with him,Read more ⟶
Western Felt Hat Shaping, Care & Maintenance – Part One
Several weeks ago, I was visiting with Craig Strein, CEO of the Silver Spur Saddle Shop. Craig was in the process of shaping a new, high-quality felt hat for a customer. After a quick conversation, I asked if I could both film and interview him as he went through his process of breathing life intoRead more ⟶
Removing Mold and Maintaining Your Tack – Part Two
Removing Mold and Maintaining Your Tack – Part Two, is the second in a series of two videos I recently completed on how to safely and effectively remove mold from your tack. Your tack is not only a financial investment, it’s also an investment in you and your horse’s safety. Mold can quickly deterioriate yourRead more ⟶
Removing Mold and Maintaining Your Tack – Part One
From time to time, we all experience ‘it” and by “it” I mean mold. This video, “Removing Mold and Maintaining Your Tack – Part One,” details how to remove mold on tack and preserve your investment so that you can maximize safety for horse and rider. As a saddle maker for the past 30+ years,Read more ⟶
Tips For Caring for Your Western Boots in the Winter
It’s the season of ugly weather and regardless of whether it’s rain or snow, moisture can wreck havoc on the investment you have made in your premium western boots. Here are Five Steps for Western Boot Care so you can preserve your investment and extend the life of your boots! Step One – If your bootsRead more ⟶
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Your shopping experience as well as the security of your personal information are of the utmost importance to us. We value your business and welcome the opportunity to share our product experience with you, especially when it comes to finding the correct sizes and fit. We encourage you to visit the Silver Spur University forRead more ⟶
Getting The Right Fit In Western Boots
How do you get a good fit in Western boots? It can seem daunting when there are so many options and styles. It’s hard to know if how the boot feels now will be how it feels later. Watch our video to learn more so you can find the best fit in your next WesternRead more ⟶