Harness making

A compact, well‑organized reference drawn from more than twenty thousand columns of a long‑running trade journal, this handbook gathers the scattered expertise of a practicing harness maker into one handy volume. Its author’s hands‑on experience gives the instructions a practical tone, while the concise entries make it easy to flip to a specific task or material without wading through extraneous detail.

The work is divided into clear sections that walk the reader through every stage of the craft, from the essential tools and raw materials to the precise steps of strap making, looping, and assembling cart, plough and horse harnesses. Detailed diagrams accompany chapters on bits, spurs, stirrups and other hardware, allowing even a novice to picture each component before handling it.

Ideal for workshop apprentices, seasoned smiths looking to refresh old techniques, or anyone interested in the history of equine equipment, the guide also points readers toward a weekly journal where further questions can be answered. Its straightforward layout turns an intricate trade into an accessible, hands‑on learning experience.