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Mecates
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Nylon Double Braid Mecates Mecates are a type of rein that, for many years, have been used on snaffle bits and rawhide bosals. When used with Slobber Leathers they form a closed rein and lead rope combined. Double braid nylon is famous for feel and body. The mecate has a rawhide knot on one end and a leather popper on the other. The tassel is made from the same nylon material. It is 1/2" in diameter and available in three sizes.
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Solid Braid Mecate Solid braid poly rope made into mecates in several colors. These are 5/8" diameter in 22' lengths. They have genuine horsehair tassels with leather poppers and a rawhide knot. Choose from Black , Brown and Tan.
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Horsehair Mecate Hand twisted from mane hair in assorted colors. Choose from 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" diameters. These mecates are 22' long.
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Krause Custom Mecates Handmade by Doug & Laurie Krause who carry on the traditional mecate making techniques of Blind Bob Mills whose business they purchased in 1995. Krause mecates are made of 100% main hair in 4 strand. Available in sizes 1/4" to 3/4". Allow 3-4 weeks delivery on these custom mecates.
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Tying a Mecate
When tying a mecate to a bit it is imortant that you make sure that the knot and tassel is on the right side or the off side of the horse. The rein length is adjustable so find a length that best suits your needs. The mecate is attached using the leather straps shown which are called Slobber Leathers. To go to the slobber leathers page click this link Slobber Leathers
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