Western Spur Straps For Sale On !

Western Spur Strap Savvy

Below are good things to know before buying Western spur straps on eBay or anywhere else.

• What are the spur straps made of? The traditional material of choice for spur straps is leather, but other materials are also used. For example, nylon spur straps are not uncommon. If the spur straps are leather, what type of leather was used to make them? For example, ostrich or another type of leather may have been used instead of a more traditional cowhide leather.

• Are the spur straps new or used?

Above: Western spur straps
with a basket weave pattern.

• What size are the spur straps? Are they for adults or children?
• Spur straps are often prized for their appearance. Are there enough clear photos of the straps that you know exactly what they look like?
• What type of buckles are on the spur straps? Buckles are usually chosen for their appearance, but there are other factors to consider. For example, if the spurs are for a working cowboy (as opposed to using them in the show ring) are the buckles durable enough to withstand mud, manure, and other poor conditions? Will the buckle clean up well after use? If necessary, can the buckle be fastened and unfastened by small hands or arthritic fingers?
• Will the seller ship to your location? What forms of payment will the seller accept? What will the shipping costs be? Is insurance included? If you would like your spur straps to arrive in a hurry, how soon after the sale will the seller ship your straps?

Above: Western spur straps with nice
buckles, conchos, and bead work.