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Handmade Bits & Spurs for Sale: Bob McBride Snake Bit 1990s #213288
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Posted by: SantaCatalina1992 [see other ads by this poster]
Condition: Excellent
Price: $3,500.00
City: Redwood city [see other ads in this city]
State: California [see other ads in this state]
 Maker: BOB Mcbride
Phone #: 650-464-5607
Type: Bits

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Description:
Custom Bob McBride Sterling Silver Rattlesnake Bit – Made for the Zorro Film Production (1990s)

An exceptional and highly distinctive custom horse bit attributed to renowned California bit and spur maker Bob McBride, handcrafted during the 1990s and reportedly produced for use in a Zorro film production of the era. The Zorro films and television productions of the 1990s helped revive interest in the romantic image of the Old California vaquero and Spanish horseman, making authentic handcrafted equestrian equipment especially desirable for costume and production use.

This remarkable example features an elaborate solid sterling silver rattlesnake motif, centered around a finely executed rattlesnake concho design. The bit is fitted with a 5-inch mouthpiece and complemented by an impressive hand-forged snake rein chain, showcasing the level of artistry and craftsmanship for which McBride’s work is respected among collectors and horsemen.

The overall construction is exceptionally robust and displays the meticulous handwork associated with custom-made pieces rather than commercial production. Every element reflects the maker’s attention to detail, from the sculptural snake-themed embellishments to the functional balance of the bit itself.

The bit remains in excellent condition, exhibiting only light signs of honest use consistent with careful ownership and preservation. Importantly, the piece is unmarked and bears no maker’s stamp, which is not uncommon among certain custom-made works produced for private clients, film productions, or special commissions.

A rare opportunity to acquire a unique piece of Western equestrian craftsmanship with reported Hollywood provenance, combining fine silversmithing, functional artistry, and the enduring appeal of the legendary Zorro tradition.







Posted 07-16-26
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