“Cowboys and horsemen of today still cherish their spurs, using them as tools and appreciating them as art. They all wear them with a great deal of pride.”David Stoeklein
This elegant pair of Spiller Rancher spurs sold in the live auction at the 6th annual benefit auction for the Women's Protective Service of Lubbock on June 14, 2008, featuring twenty top Texas-style spurmakers. The spurs intricate scrolls in sterling silver and extensive hand-crafting in the rowels on a pair of spurs stout enough for daily ranch use, sets Spiller's work apart from most contemporary makers. They sold for $4,300. For more information on the auction results go to www.wps-spurs.org
Spiller Cutter Spurs made for Greg Coalson, Weatherford TX
Spiller Reiner Spurs made for Joe's personal use.
“The golden era of the Texas spur development was between 1900 and 1940.During this time period, a distinct style that was …driven by the cowboys. A successful spur maker had to produce a product that was functional, durable, and overall, beautiful.” --Bruce Bartlett
Spiller Rancher Spurs made for David Isham, David's Western Stores & National Roper Supply, Decatur TX
Spiller Roper spurs made for Sherri Wiley, Forestburg TX.
Spiller Roper spurs made for Carolyn Long, Gause TX
Spiller Cutter Spurs made for Western Heritage Classic 2005; won by the Haythorn Ranch, Arthur NE
Spiller Cowboy Shank Spurs made for Steve Jones, Sooner J Ranch, OK
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Spiller Spurs & Bits, 2702 CR 209, Wingate TX 79566 Tel: 325.743.2461 Fax: 325.743.2464 e-mail Joe: joe@spillerspurs.com Vist the Spiller Ranch for information on Spiller Ranch horses or Baru's silverwork.
