Jackson Hole: Chahala's Pub, 1982. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. Gilt-stamped 4to simulated leather hardbound. 376 pp. Elaborately illustrated with photos & drawings. Glossary. Former owner's info on front & back pastedowns. Sheet of printer's corrections & other info taped (3 pieces) inside front cover to form a kind of fly leaf. Hopper is a Wind River Arapahoe. Printed into the book is a letter from Lacee Harris, Univ. of Utah Native American Affairs Advisor, who says, "Mr. Hopper is one of the vanishing breed -- a true craftsman of the old school that takes pride in all his work."... "The steps outlined and procedures spoken of are steps of a master craftsman." Chapters, besides on saddle-making, are on chaps, saddle bags, pack equipment, hunting equipment, halters & bridles, hobbles, breast collars, bronc saddles, etc.. Fine in slightly worn, complete dj with some short edge tears. Previous owner has reinforced a couple of dj corners with tape. We have decided not to try to remove it. Rare.

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Bookseller: Gene W. Baade Books on the West (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 0811085
Title: Cowboys Complete Saddle Making
Author: Hopper, John
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good+
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0960974202
ISBN 13: 9780960974207
Publisher: Chahala's Pub
Place of Publication: Jackson Hole
Date Published: 1982
Keywords: saddles, horses
Bookseller catalogs: Cowboys & Indians;

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