Eduardo Grijalva Bits & Spurs

About the Maker: Eduardo Grijalva, Sr. (1914–1994)

Eduardo Grijalva, Sr. was a legendary craftsman known for his traditional Mexican Vaquero and California-style bits and spurs. His work, recognized by the distinctive EG* stamp, remains highly prized by collectors and working horsemen.

Key Highlights & Career

• Origins: He began his craft in the 1930s in El Coyotillo, Mexico, before establishing a workshop in Magdalena in 1944.
• Influences: His designs evolved after meeting California Vaquero authority Arnold Rojas in 1949, blending Mexican traditions with functional California bit designs.
• Rise to Fame: His work gained widespread recognition through the Carroll Saddle Company catalogs from the 1960s to 1980.

• Methodology: Every piece was handcrafted using simple hand tools, hammer-and-chisel engraving, and silver rolled from ingots.

Legacy & The EG Mark*

• The Shop: Grijalva trained his sons, Eduardo Jr. and Juan, who continued using the family’s EG* stamp until Juan's passing in 2019.
• Third Generation: His grandson, Ricardo Valencia-Grijalva, continues the family trade today, marking his work with the L5* stamp to honor his grandfather's legacy.
• Collectibility: Authentic Grijalva pieces are known for their durability and "feel," making them a staple in Western horseman history.