Spade Bit Attributed Juan Jose Estrada

Available here for your consideration is an antique spade bit attributed Juan Jose Estrada. This iron bit has intricately engraved silver inlay on the cheeks and shanks, accented with domed silver buttons. The spade is complemented by copper-wrapped braces and a cricket. The bit also comes with rein chains. Estrada was well known for doing California - Vaquero style bits with silver inlay designs. This work is aged and very much shows Estrada's style of engraving and design. The history of bits and spurs in North America begins with the Spanish who first came to the new world in the 1500s, bringing horses and livestock with them. The Spanish style is the predecessor of the Californian and Mexican styles we know today and this is a fine example of that heritage. 
MAKER: Unmarked but attributed Juan Estrada (1865-1942) based on age, style and design. Please note, WTP does its best to describe and photograph each item, however, descriptions and any attributions are opinion and opinions can vary depending on with whom you speak. While we do our best to reach informed conclusions, it's ultimately the buyer's responsibility to inspect items to their satisfaction and reach their own conclusions.
APPROX AGE: Antique.
SIZE: The mouth measures 5 1/2 inches wide, and is 8 inches long overall on the cheeks.
CONDITION: Average for its age with normal wear and minor imperfections expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.