Flaharty Bits & Spurs
Troy Flaharty: Master Bit and Spur Maker
Troy Flaharty is a world-class artisan and professional bit and spur maker based in Hico, Texas. As a member of the prestigious Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA), Flaharty is recognized for blending high-performance functionality with elite western artistry. His work is highly sought after by professional barrel racers, ropers, and horsemen who require precision-engineered gear.
Background and Career
Raised in a family of Western performance horse trainers, Flaharty’s craftsmanship is rooted in real-world experience. He competed in rodeo on a scholarship to Fort Scott Community College, where he attended his first fundamental bit-making workshop. For over twenty years, he has balanced the life of a working cowboy—training horses and ranching in Kansas and Oklahoma—with the technical evolution of his craft.
In 2010, Flaharty shifted his focus toward the artistic side of the trade after attending a workshop at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. This journey led to him winning the TCAA Emerging Artist Competition in 2015 and a subsequent TCAA fellowship, eventually earning him full membership in the association in 2023.
Signature Craftsmanship
Flaharty Bits and Spurs are known for their balance, "feel," and innovative use of materials like Chromalloy and Damascus steel. His collections, such as the Betty, Marne, and Duke lines, are staples in the barrel racing industry.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Hico, Texas
- Specialties: Handmade bits, custom spurs, silver engraving, and Damascus steel work.
- Affiliations: Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA) Member.
- Notable Awards: TCAA Fellowship recipient, TCAA Emerging Artist Competition Winner (2015).
- Education: Fort Scott Community College (Rodeo Scholarship).
Flaharty Big Duke Correction Bridle Rig w/All New Leather
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Headstall: New Single Ear Headstall Reins: New Leather Rope Reins Mouthpiece: Correction Cheek: Big Duke - 8 3/4" Measurements ...
View full detailsFlaharty Correction Bridle Rig w/Single Ear Headstall
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Headstall: Single Ear Reins: Rope Reins Mouthpiece: Correction with Copper Bars Cheek: 7 1/2" Calvary Curb: Chain Measurements a...
View full detailsFlaharty Big Betty Mule Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Big Betty - 8" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Mule
Flaharty Big Betty Square Snaffle Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Big Betty - 8" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Square Snaffle
Flaharty Big Betty Smooth Snaffle Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Big Betty - 8" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Smooth Snaffle
Flaharty Duke Correction Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Correction
Flaharty Duke Rebar Snaffle Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Rebar Snaffle
Flaharty Duke Twisted Wire Dogbone Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Twisted Wire Dogbone with Copper Roller
Flaharty Duke Hexagon Dogbone Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Hexagon Dogbone with Copper Roller
Flaharty Duke Twisted Wire Center Chain Combo Bit
FlahartyFlaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Lariat Nose Combo - Twisted Wire Center Chain
Flaharty Jewel Twisted wire Chain Break Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Chain Break
Flaharty Jewel Square Center Chain Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: 3-Piece Square Center ChainGag Bit
Flaharty Jewel Rebar Dogbone w/ Copper Roller Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Rebar Dogbone with Copper Roller Gag Bit
Flaharty Jewel Slow Twist Dogbone with Copper Roller Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Smooth Dogbone with Copper Roller Gag Bit
Flaharty Jewel Slow Twist Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Slow Twist Snaffle Gag Bit
Flaharty Jewel Twisted Wire Gag Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Snaffle Gag Bit
Flaharty Jewel Smooth Snaffle
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Jewell 7" Gag Mouthpiece: Smooth Snaffle Gag Bit
Flaharty Lil' Circle Gag Square Snaffle Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Lil' Circle Gag - 6 3/4" Mouthpiece: Square Snaffle
Flaharty Lil' Circle Gag Mullen Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Lil' Circle Gag - 6 3/4" Mouthpiece: Smooth Mullen
Flaharty Circle Gag Square Twist 4pc Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Circle Gag - 8 1/2" Mouthpiece: Square Twist 4pc
Flaharty Circle Gag Smooth Dogbone Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Circle Gag - 8 1/2" Mouthpiece: Smooth Dogbone with Copper Roller
Flaharty Circle Gag Hexagon Lifesaver Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Circle Gag - 8 1/2" Mouthpiece: Hexagon Lifesaver
Flaharty Circle Gag Mullen Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Circle Gag - 8 1/2" Mouthpiece: Mullen
Flaharty Lil' Marne Rebar Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Lil' Marne - 6" Mouthpiece: Rebar Center Chain
Flaharty Marne Square Mullen Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Reg'lar Marne - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square Mullen
Flaharty O-Ring Smooth 4pc Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: O-Ring Mouthpiece: Smooth 4pc This o-ring weighs 5.6 oz with a 3 in. diameter. Classic design that eve...
View full detailsFlaharty O-Ring Square Twist Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: O-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Twist Center Chain This o-ring weighs 5.6 oz with a 3 in. diameter. Classic ...
View full detailsFlaharty O-Ring Twisted Wire Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: O-Ring Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Center Chain This o-ring weighs 5.6 oz with a 3 in. diameter. Classic ...
View full detailsFlaharty D-Ring Square Twist Billy Allen Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: D-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Twist Billy Allen The D-ring is the perfect option when starting a colt. Th...
View full detailsFlaharty D-Ring Twisted Wire Lifesaver Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: D-Ring Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Lifesaver The D-ring is the perfect option when starting a colt. The ...
View full detailsFlaharty Locked O-Ring Square Twist Loose Port Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Twist Loose Port with Copper Roller If you prefer an O Ring with les...
View full detailsFlaharty Locked O-Ring Square Twist Mullen Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Twist Mullen If you prefer an O Ring with less movement then try thi...
View full detailsFlaharty Locked O-Ring Smooth 4pc Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Smooth 4pc If you prefer an O Ring with less movement then try this locked...
View full detailsFlaharty Locked O-Ring Square Twist Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Twist Center Chain If you prefer an O Ring with less movement then t...
View full detailsFlaharty Locked O-Ring Hexagon Snaffle Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Hexagon Snaffle If you prefer an O Ring with less movement then try this l...
View full detailsFlaharty Patty Hexagon Dogbone Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Patty - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Hexagon Dogbone with Copper Roller Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag ...
View full detailsFlaharty Patty Square Twist Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Patty - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square Twist Center Chain Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag allows a ...
View full detailsFlaharty Patty Twisted Wire Lifesaver Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Patty - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Lifesaver Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag allows a slo...
View full detailsFlaharty Linda Loose Port Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Loose Port with Copper Roller
Flaharty Linda Square 4pc Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square 4pc
Flaharty Linda Square Twist Lifesaver Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square Twist Lifesaver
Flaharty Linda Square Twist Dogbone Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square Twist Dogbone with Copper Roller
Flaharty Linda Square Dogbone Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Square Dogbone with Copper Roller
Flaharty Linda Smooth Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Smooth Center Chain
Flaharty Linda Slow Twist Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Slow Twist Center Chain
Flaharty Linda Twisted Wire Center Chain Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Center Chain
Flaharty Linda Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Snaffle
Flaharty Big Duke Rebar Snaffle Bit
FlahartyMaker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Big Duke - 8 3/4" Mouthpiece: Rebar Snaffle The Big Duke weighs 3.5 oz and has a 8.75 in cheek and 1:...
View full detailsFlaharty Bits & Spurs
Troy Flaharty: Master Bit and Spur Maker
Troy Flaharty is a world-class artisan and professional bit and spur maker based in Hico, Texas. As a member of the prestigious Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA), Flaharty is recognized for blending high-performance functionality with elite western artistry. His work is highly sought after by professional barrel racers, ropers, and horsemen who require precision-engineered gear.
Background and Career
Raised in a family of Western performance horse trainers, Flaharty’s craftsmanship is rooted in real-world experience. He competed in rodeo on a scholarship to Fort Scott Community College, where he attended his first fundamental bit-making workshop. For over twenty years, he has balanced the life of a working cowboy—training horses and ranching in Kansas and Oklahoma—with the technical evolution of his craft.
In 2010, Flaharty shifted his focus toward the artistic side of the trade after attending a workshop at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. This journey led to him winning the TCAA Emerging Artist Competition in 2015 and a subsequent TCAA fellowship, eventually earning him full membership in the association in 2023.
Signature Craftsmanship
Flaharty Bits and Spurs are known for their balance, "feel," and innovative use of materials like Chromalloy and Damascus steel. His collections, such as the Betty, Marne, and Duke lines, are staples in the barrel racing industry.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Hico, Texas
- Specialties: Handmade bits, custom spurs, silver engraving, and Damascus steel work.
- Affiliations: Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA) Member.
- Notable Awards: TCAA Fellowship recipient, TCAA Emerging Artist Competition Winner (2015).
- Education: Fort Scott Community College (Rodeo Scholarship).