jevaccaro Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 I made these spurs for a local horseshoer. I split the rasp the length of the heel band on both ends, cut the rasp in half, and folded it over long ways, then forged the shank. I have seen others done with just a more or less straight shank. These in my opinion have much more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Very nice, Giving me ideas for my brother and his wife now :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easilyconfused Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Very nice. I agree that they look more classy with the bent shank. Also easier to use than a straight one. I'm just a little lost as to how you split the rasp and forged it. Could you clarify? I have a few horseshoe rasps dying to get used for something to clean up some clutter.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Evers Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Very nice. I agree that they look more classy with the bent shank. Also easier to use than a straight one. I'm just a little lost as to how you split the rasp and forged it. Could you clarify? I have a few horseshoe rasps dying to get used for something to clean up some clutter. Here's a thread that shows it - about post 18. Suspect jevaccaro is using a similar technique .http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f7/rasp-spurs-9805/index2.html Straight shank, dropped shank, raised (or gooseneck shank) has much to do with the riders leg and stirrup length. A long legged rider on a smaller horse really needs a gooseneck type spur or he has to get out of position to use the spur. A short guy like me that generally rides bigger horses and likes a shorter stirrup to boot needs a dropped shank or the spur is continually in the horses side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted T Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 jevaccaro, Thanks for the photo. They are very eye catching! It just so happens that I am trying to learn how to make spurs as we type. I am studying the Bruce Cheaney DVD's on how to make spurs. I got voulme I and II. My eyes are open to any and all suggestions. Ted Throckmorton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweany Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 VERY Nice work indeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hey John. Good to see you posting here. I haven't gotten around to making a set yet but they're in my "to do" book. Frosty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbob Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Here's a thread that shows it - about post 18. Suspect jevaccaro is using a similar technique .http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f7/rasp-spurs-9805/index2.html Straight shank, dropped shank, raised (or gooseneck shank) has much to do with the riders leg and stirrup length. A long legged rider on a smaller horse really needs a gooseneck type spur or he has to get out of position to use the spur. A short guy like me that generally rides bigger horses and likes a shorter stirrup to boot needs a dropped shank or the spur is continually in the horses side. small table saw with a metal cutoff blade and a fence would work really well here...just make sure all the wood saw dust is out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevaccaro Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 (edited) Sorry to be so slow in replying. The thread Rasp Spurs shows the same basic method of making these spurs. Split about 4 - 4.5 inches from both ends, cut it in half, fold, forge the shank, spread the heal band. I weld the center of the heal band and the open part of the shank. They are quick and easy to forge, sanding off the teeth is the slowest part. Here are pictures of forged one piece spurs. These are made from a 12" piece of 3/4" sucker rod. Any one else making spurs? John I'll add that one rasp makes one pair, there was some question about that. Edited May 22, 2009 by jevaccaro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweany Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Do you make your rowels also? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easilyconfused Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Straight shank, dropped shank, raised (or gooseneck shank) has much to do with the riders leg and stirrup length. A long legged rider on a smaller horse really needs a gooseneck type spur or he has to get out of position to use the spur. A short guy like me that generally rides bigger horses and likes a shorter stirrup to boot needs a dropped shank or the spur is continually in the horses side. I've found that a straight shank, unless a short bumper style like used in english disciplines, tips too easily due to leverage but a downward bend, even a slight one, seems to let them roll a bit better without tipping, even when the rowel is in the same place. The curve seems to work with the angle you move with to use them. I don't jab with my spurs though, I let them tickle the horse with a slight heel raise, seems to work better for me. My main riding horse will let you jab him all day and not listen but the lightest roll has him responding. As for rowel position, you can set it in the same position as a straight shank, but yes, it does depend on leg length, stirrup lenght and horse chest size as well as riding style, amount of leg control and effect you want and what you're doing too. Like many things, it's up to the person to decide what works best for them out of the ones that work best for others. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted T Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 jevaccaro, Sucker Rod Spurs, WOW!!! They are awsome. You have inspired me to continue to learn how to make spurs. I am glad you took the time to show us your art! Ted Throckmorton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevaccaro Posted May 23, 2009 Author Share Posted May 23, 2009 Do you make your rowels also? Hi Sweany -- I made the ones in the sucker rod spurs. The ones in the rasp spurs I bought. You can't buy rowels thicker than 1/8", so I make the heavier ones. They are tedious at best. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triw Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 Very nice work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.Willis Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 Very nice work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easilyconfused Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I can't tell from the picture but did you forgeweld the shanks or just fold them over and forge the bends in without welding? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rthibeau Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Nice work no doubt.......could you post pics of the leather straps showing how they are fastened to the boot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevaccaro Posted October 2, 2009 Author Share Posted October 2, 2009 easilyconfused. I am SORRY for not getting back to the forum for so long. Too many fires to put out. The shanks are folded and mig welded. I think forge welding would mess up the "rasp" pattern. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beth Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 jevaccaro they look great!!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevaccaro Posted October 2, 2009 Author Share Posted October 2, 2009 Nice work no doubt.......could you post pics of the leather straps showing how they are fastened to the boot? rthibeau- I apologize for not getting back to the forum sooner. I have let work interfere with things more enjoyable. Do these pictures answer your question? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 I was in a feed store today looking about and walked past some spurs. I as I went past I asked myself "I wonder if people still forge spurs? That may be a cool thing to try out." And then I came home and found this post. Those look awesome by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rthibeau Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 Yes John......answered perfectly, thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
double_edge2 Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 Really nice!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easilyconfused Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 Thanks for the response. I was thinking the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike C Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Both pairs of spurs are beautiful. I've built the rasp spurs enough but the ones made from the sucker rod look great as well. I have some sucker rod and am wondering if anyone knows the carbon content this medium usually has?? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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