Nevada Miller, of the Nevada Watt Brand, creates heirloom quality silver jewelry from her studio in the middle of nowhere Oregon. She blends western influences with international cultures to create items that hit just a little differently in the market. To connect with Nevada check out her site nevadawatt.com and to learn more about the opportunities of Be A Maker School click here.  

Jeremiah has been saddle making and silversmithing for 48 years. When it comes to one of a kind bits such as the bit for sale here, he has spent a lot of time understanding the mechanics behind a pretty bit be first be functional and only then artistic.  
Jeremiah said about this bit: I may have been in a bit of a reflective mood when the cheeks arrived, I say that because as soon as I seen the cheeks with the central heart motif I immediately thought of love, family and affection. Since this is a collaboration family effort the heart struck a chord with me. The waning moon motif at the bottom of the cheeks just happens to coincide with the closing period of my own bit making career and the beginning of my daughters. Just like the cycles of the moon, hers will not shine full for some time yet. As with all previous bits we have entered, we stuck with a three color theme in metals, consistent with the Biblical significance of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. We used plenty of 24Karat yellow gold on this pair of cheeks, a little bit of red gold, along with brass, copper and of course French grey steel. All the engraving was executed in the time consuming single point style. The cheek edges are wide striped in Fine Silver. We chose a Keyhole style approach toe the Half Breed mouth, offering more contact in the roof of the horses mouth and just a little bit of tongue relief. There are some who would say the top bridle loops should be tipped out, but since the cheek pattern is so short above the mouth, there is little issue of clearance for the bones of the facial crest (facial tubercle for some). This should be a great using bit for a horse already broke to the bridle.

Items sold in this auction are being sold as part of a fundraiser for the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum. Housed in the original G.S. Garcia Saddle Shop at 542 Commercial Street in Elko, Nevada, the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum strives to showcase the traditions and culture of cowboys.

Opening bid/ starting price, is the reserve for each item. Once opening bid is met, the item will sell to the highest bidder.

NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS: ALL ITEMS SOLD THROUGH THIS AUCTION WILL BE HELD ON DISPLAY AT THE COWBOY ARTS AND GEAR MUSEUM (CAGM) FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS AFTER THE BUYER PAYS FOR THE ITEM(S). FOLLOWING THE EXPIRATION OF THE 30 DAY DISPLAY PERIOD CAGM WILL SEND THE ITEMS TO THE WINNING BIDDER(S) AT WINNING BIDDERS EXPENSE.

Items sold in this auction are being sold as part of a fundraiser for the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum. Housed in the original G.S. Garcia Saddle Shop at 542 Commercial Street in Elko, Nevada, the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum strives to showcase the traditions and culture of cowboys.

Opening bid/ starting price, is the reserve for each item. Once opening bid is met, the item will sell to the highest bidder.

NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS: ALL ITEMS SOLD THROUGH THIS AUCTION WILL BE HELD ON DISPLAY AT THE COWBOY ARTS AND GEAR MUSEUM (CAGM) FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS AFTER THE BUYER PAYS FOR THE ITEM(S). FOLLOWING THE EXPIRATION OF THE 30 DAY DISPLAY PERIOD CAGM WILL SEND THE ITEMS TO THE WINNING BIDDER(S) AT WINNING BIDDERS EXPENSE.

David's passion for bit-making reflects his commitment to excellence. Each piece he creates combines tradition, craftsmanship, and dedication. Bid now to make this beautiful bit yours!

Items sold in this auction are being sold as part of a fundraiser for the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum. Housed in the original G.S. Garcia Saddle Shop at 542 Commercial Street in Elko, Nevada, the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum strives to showcase the traditions and culture of cowboys.

Opening bid/ starting price, is the reserve for each item. Once opening bid is met, the item will sell to the highest bidder.

NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS: ALL ITEMS SOLD THROUGH THIS AUCTION WILL BE HELD ON DISPLAY AT THE COWBOY ARTS AND GEAR MUSEUM (CAGM) FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS AFTER THE BUYER PAYS FOR THE ITEM(S). FOLLOWING THE EXPIRATION OF THE 30 DAY DISPLAY PERIOD CAGM WILL SEND THE ITEMS TO THE WINNING BIDDER(S) AT WINNING BIDDERS EXPENSE.

Items sold in this auction are being sold as part of a fundraiser for the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum. Housed in the original G.S. Garcia Saddle Shop at 542 Commercial Street in Elko, Nevada, the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum strives to showcase the traditions and culture of cowboys.

Opening bid/ starting price, is the reserve for each item. Once opening bid is met, the item will sell to the highest bidder.

NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS: ALL ITEMS SOLD THROUGH THIS AUCTION WILL BE HELD ON DISPLAY AT THE COWBOY ARTS AND GEAR MUSEUM (CAGM) FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS AFTER THE BUYER PAYS FOR THE ITEM(S). FOLLOWING THE EXPIRATION OF THE 30 DAY DISPLAY PERIOD CAGM WILL SEND THE ITEMS TO THE WINNING BIDDER(S) AT WINNING BIDDERS EXPENSE.