Runaway - 2018-01-17 5:35 PM



Probably not the popular opinion, but it's my opinion ----  Why the crazy high bit prices?  Because so many of us will pay it.  Just like they charge ropers $10 a night for a stall and barrel racers pay $35 per night at the same arena/venue.  They keep going up and we are happy to pay it (insert rolling eyes).

Maybe we should rethink some of this, LOL!!



  

Dandy - 2018-01-17 11:11 AM I have looked at the Dave Elliot bits and frankly I will stick with my Shallow Creek Bits! Shallow Creek was one of the first barrel horse bits businesses out there and are still going strong. If you check out these higher priced bits they are only copies of Shallow Creek originals. And if you place an order they are usually shipped that same day. Plus Jan and Boyce can talk with you about what your horse is doing and give you bit suggestions on how to help get you back in the W column!  

Wild1 - 2018-01-17 5:41 PM

I also found out Elliott quit taking orders...does anyone know WHY this is? He's not locking up shop to the public is he? Just wondering

lurker - 2018-01-23 8:27 PM i ordered a shallow creek bit and love it. I highly recommend their product and their service!



 

IRunOnFaith - 2018-01-17 12:43 PM

If it's a handmade bit that's mounted I will easily pay $300 for the right maker. I've done it many times and gotten the same that I've put in back easily at auction. 

Everyone should know by now that I use JD Morrow to make all my bits. (He makes all of Ed and Martha Wright's bits.) His custom bits have a nice feel and they're priced right for the quality. Not to mention he's fast! I've called him to make me one and he's gotten them done in days before. He even adds some "flare" on the sides of the shanks when he's feeling fancy.
Drive out to his shop and pay at pick up or he brings them to my office. He's great and very knowledgeable. I'd pay an arm and a leg for one of his if he priced them that high.