A visit with contemporary spur maker jerry lindley, with pictures of him at work, traces the process and mechanics of hand forging. The famous star brand with over 400 spurs and 180 bits pictured and referenced by model number. Spurs books brave new world, the lane, programme official. Spurs have been around for a couple of thousand years, worn by celtic, roman, and arabian horsemen alike. Spurs have a long history though and spur artifacts have been found dating to dates in ancient times when riders would attach wood or bone to their feet to use as spurs. These spurs are well marked and in excellent condition with a great patina showing their age. This is what looks to be a set of horse head spurs that were never wornthey are double marked with the star.
Unfollow buermann spurs to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Most all of the civilian buermann spurs after about 1912 were stamped with a star in the government contract versions. In 1932 the story became the basis for the tod browning produced film freaks. Became one of big three finest bit and spur makers in the world. This item is a pair of buermann eureka spurs, model 31 on page 20 of buermanns 1923 catalog. History early spurs, believed to have been used by the roman legions of julius caesar, have been unearthed in england. The history of the san antonio spurs presents an appallingly sketchy story of one of the most successful franchises in recent sports history, written at about a fourthgrade level, it simply doesnt do the franchise or its players justice. Most eureka spurs have a manufacture date in the 1880s but these could have been made as. Cowboy spurs and their makers tells the fascinating story of this western. Get the best deals on buermann spurs when you shop the largest online selection at. The romans developed spurs in order to have a way to steer their horses with their legs, while leaving their hands free to fight. Individual chapters are devoted to the most prominent makers of cowboy spurs manufacturers buermann and. August buermann makers marks buermann spurs are marked with a variety of different stamps depending on the pattern, style, and date.
Catalog and complete text book of star brand bits, spurs, and other saddlery hardware, manufactured by august buermann mfg. The set is a nice piece of americana and a nice american history success. The story was published in february 1923 in munseys magazine and included in robbins 1926 short story collection who wants a green bottle. August buermann historical records and family trees. Spurs are worn with the tip of the neck pointed downward, sitting on the spur rest of the riding boot, if there is one, with the buckle of the spur strap worn on the outside of the foot. Value of old antique spurs the good news is that if you are looking to find out how much your antique spurs are worth then you have come to the right place. Feb 29, 2012 cowboy spurs and their makers tells for the first time the fascinating story of this western art and the artisans who professional historians, and westerners and valuable reference for identifying spurs used by riders of texas and the southwest. Though headquartered in new jersey, ab manufactured california, mexican and texas spurs, employing many of the finest craftsmen from those regions. This is the concept that some people have a difficult time understanding. It is interesting to study the antique spurs and wonder what old cowboy owned. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use and the. August buermann was born on month day 1912, at birth place, new jersey, to august buermann and lydia emelia buermann born gruetzner. His special attention to california and southwestern trade set the standard for such work.
Early august buermann handforged carbon steel spurs and. Spurs finished the 200910 season in fourth place, and reached the qualifying rounds of the champions league for the first time in their history. Over the next 60 years buermann s company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur styles and 496 bit patterns. Original cowboy nickel plated buermann star engraved spurs. This page shows a variety of spurs made by both the old time and contemporary spur makers. Shortly after the war he returned to newark and purchased barclays business. Online shopping for tottenham hotspur from a great selection at books store. If you send us pictures of your spurs then we can tell you pretty much everything you want to know about them including the history, maker, and of course, how much you can sell them for in. Find great deals on ebay for buermann and north and judd. These 1870 to 1990 collectibles feature a serrated rowell. Antique buermann western spurs are hand forged with four buttons.
Rare 1890s unmarked early august buermann cowboy spurs w tooled. Cowboy spurs and their makers tells the fascinating story of this western art and the artisans and provides a valuable reference for identifying spurs used by riders of texas and the southwest. At the outsidebottom part of the yoke is a shank, which is often, but not always, adorned at its end with a. Buermann patented steel silver and hercules bronze. The most common unifying mark is a 5pointed star logo. August buermann made military spurs during the civil war but was also making civilian spurs. Professional reprint of the 1923 august buermann bit and spur catalog. Appraisal of silver inlaid august buermann spurs value and history of one pair of crockett spurs. I think he used buermann spurs at least for the iron parts since in his catalog he used the very same picture engravings as buermann except the star trademark is obliterated leaving a white dot. On one side is a star logo and the the letters patd, on the other side also below the strap pin are the words hand forged steel. This book will become a standard reference for students, historians, and. Warm arms, hot lead spur mccoy was on the trail of more. Early august buermann handforged carbon steel spurs and original leather straps, circa 18801890, the spurs are complete and original, still retaining the spur bells, tooled leather boot covers, chain, wheel spurs, the spurs are in as found condition and have not been cleaned or restored in any way. If you send us pictures of your spurs then we can tell you pretty much everything you want to know about them including the history, maker, and of course, how much you can sell them for in todays market.
Over the next 60 years buermanns company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur styles and 496 bit patterns. He fought in the civil war and afterward returned to newark, nj which was a major manufacturing city and worked for alexander barclays company. Jack ferguson marked jf ccsc double inlaid monster pair 1 12 inch bands, 8 inch long. August buermann immigrated to the us from germany in 1864 and enlisted with the us army. It is interesting to study the antique spurs and wonder what old cowboy owned them and where they have been. We also offer books about spur, bit and saddle collecting. Get the best deals on collectible western americana spurs when you shop the. Buermann spur catalog reference images from old buermann catalogs. A brief history of the august buermann manufacturing company august buermann, 1842 1928 in 1863, august buermann arrived in the u. You can look in joyce overtons 1997 book, cowboy bits and spurs, where these exact spurs are shown on pg.
Buermann bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann manufacturing co in 1866. In 1926, north and judd bought the buermann company, its catalog, factory, and logos. The good news is that if you are looking to find out how much your antique spurs are worth then you have come to the right place. These old collectibles feature a 112 wide, 10 point rowell. In medieval times, the spurs were a symbol of knighthood and elaborate gold and silver spurs. It explores the life and works of great spur maker august buermann, as well as his techniques. I have grouped these into three groups, old masters from 1800s to early 1900s, corporate spur manufacturers companies who employed others to make spurs for them, and contemporary makers people who are still producing amazing spurs. Buermann bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann.
Cowboy spurs and their makers tells for the first time the fascinating story of this. A spurs yoke is still secured to the back of the boot heel by straps. Though headquartered in new jersey, ab manufactured california, mexican and texas spurs. One of the earliest 1868 and most innovative spur makers, august buermann was both a leader and a follower, who manufactured 443 different spur designs at his peak of popularity. Some minor inconsistencies in information about when a maker or company marked their products.
Many contemporary spurmakers have brought the craft along to a fine art. Antique pair of buermann eureka spurs collectible made etsy. A real nice pair of marked crockett aluminum spurs that are engraved and in very good condition. Value of old antique spurs antique spur collector values. History, art, culture, function cowboy gear series. Mike morales bit and spur in portland, oregon made a spur model just like your pair but without the added strap. Buermann daisy patd star with ab inside and hand forged steeldark patina. For further referense, a like set of these spurs are featured on page 102 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits and spurs. He fought in the civil war and afterward returned to newark and worked for alexander barclay s company. These are large buermann spurs 7inches overall length with 2inch rowels that haqve 17 rowel points.
Buermann spurs are marked with a variety of different stamps depending on the pattern, style, and date. Cowboy spurs and their makers by jane pattie, paperback. Cowboy spurs and their makers by jane pattie, 9781603445214, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. In 1926 the company was absorbed by north and judd. These antique buermann cowboy spurs have more than their share of history if only they could talk. Early on buermann began to patent features on his bits, and spurs. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use and the environment of the range, along with a generous dose of individualism and pride. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He asked his friend about the spurs and bit, and he said that his great grandparents the grandparents of the elderly couple that donated them to the club used to own a huge cattle ranch, and they just happened to be some of the things that were passed on to his parents.
The iceman and the admiral stand tall in spurs past and future 196669. August buermann spurs antique spurs old spurs rare spur. Catalog and complete text book of star brand bits, spurs. Dont get caught napping on this historic set of spurs. These are stamped with his trade mark 5point star and steel silver. Historical records and family trees related to august buermann. Records may include photos, original documents, family history, relatives, specific dates, locations and full names. See all the latest books such as pochetinnos brave new world and the lane coffee table book. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. Collectible spurs identification and value guide antique. In medieval times, the spurs were a symbol of knighthood and elaborate gold and silver spurs with gemstones and other crazy details became very fashionable. Buermann was a great businessman and bought out barclay and renamed the company buermann manufacturing co in 1866. In lively detail their histories unfold, along with helpful descriptions of their.
These spurs show a lot of use especially at the center of the rowels, where spinning has caused them to wear the center hole larger. Well the book is an in depth look at the famous spur makers and some not so famous and the history of spurs in the new world. In all that time, the design of spurs has changed little. Antique buermann cowboy spurs are one of the most famous and sought after designs from one of the most famous makers in cowboy spur history. Catalog reprintcopy of the original august buermann mfg illustrated catalogue no. Over the next 60 years buermann s company produced the most complete catalog of bits and spurs of any company in the us, producing as many as 441 spur. August buermann was born in germany in 1842 but later travelled to the us after taking his apprenticeship in lock smithing. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Early roman, greek, and byzantine sculpture did not, however, show horsemen wearing spurs. Like the cowboy himself, the way spurs developed was molded by their use. One of the most successful mass producer of spurs in the u. In 1864 august buermann was paid to take someones place as a soldier in the union army.
Appraisal of silver inlaid august buermann spurs ruxtons. Antique hercules bronze august buermann north and judd horse head spurs. For further reference, a like set of these spurs are featured on page 103 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits ans spurs. These spurs are very worn and represent some great southwest history. Spurs are featured on page 98 of joyce overtons 1997 book cowboy bits and spurs, with values. These unique collectible spurs were made by buermann from the 1870s to the 1920s.
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