Spanish Cowboy Spurs

The American cowboy or boot spur you know today was originally introduced to the United States by Hernando Cortez, a Spanish Conquistador.



At that time, in the early 1500s, the design of the boot spur was slightly different to the ones you see today.  The Rowel was larger for one and also the metals and materials used to make the spurs were less durable and prone to breakage.

The hallmarks of an antique Spanish Spur design are as follows:

• Larger rowel - sometimes up to 6-8 inches in diameter.
• Drooping shank
• Narrow heel band

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