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What's the story? 1998 Cattleman’s Convention Spurs

What's the story? 1998 Cattleman’s Convention Spurs

Posted by Rowdy Olson on May 8th 2026

Schmitt craftsmanship meets the National Cattlemen’s Convention.

Steve Schmitt is a well-known name in the world of Western gear, recognized for his high-quality silver work and attention to detail. His spurs are highly collectible.

Every year, the National Cattlemen’s Convention (NCC) continues a long-standing tradition of commissioning a unique pair of custom spurs to commemorate their annual gathering. These aren't just any spurs…they are one-of-a-kind Steve Schmitt spurs specifically designed to celebrate the cattle industry and the heritage of the American West.

The 1998 set for the Denver convention is a perfect example of how creative these makers can be. While many spurs have jingle bobs to create that classic "silver bell" sound, Schmitt added a clever twist: These jingle bobs are shaped like engraved cattle ear tags.

Phenomenal Custom Steve Schmitt Spurs For National Cattleman's Convention 2002 with engraved "ear tag" for the jingle bobs.

Phenomenal Custom Steve Schmitt Spurs For National Cattleman's Convention 2002 with engraved "ear tag" for the jingle bobs.

Because these were made specifically for these yearly convention, they are a rare find today. They represent a specific moment in time for the cattle industry, crafted by one of the masters of the trade.

You can see more details on these Phenomenal Custom Steve Schmitt Spurs and more in their researched description from our auctions page.

Phenomenal Custom Steve Schmitt Spurs For National Cattleman's Convention 2002 with engraved "ear tag" for the jingle bobs

Phenomenal Custom Steve Schmitt Spurs For National Cattleman's Convention 2002 with engraved "ear tag" for the jingle bobs