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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 Patty Smooth Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Patty Smooth Snaffle Bit

Flaharty
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SKU: FH324

Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Patty - 7 1/2 Mouthpiece: Smooth Snaffle Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag allows a slower r...

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Flaharty Lil' Betty Square Twist Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Lil' Betty Square Twist Snaffle Bit

Flaharty
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SKU: FH312

Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Lil' Betty - 6 1/2" Mouthpiece: Square Twist Snaffle  

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Flaharty Lil' Betty Smooth Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Lil' Betty Smooth Snaffle Bit

Flaharty
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$250.00
SKU: FH309

Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Shank: Lil" Betty - 6 1/2" Mouthpiece: Smooth Snaffle  

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Flaharty Big Circle Gag Square Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Big Circle Gag Square Snaffle Bit

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SKU: FH301

Flaharty Bits and Spurs Shank: Big Circle Gag 8 1/2" Mouthpiece: Square Snaffle

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Flaharty Duke Square Twist Dogbone Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Duke Square Twist Dogbone Bit

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SKU: FH286

  Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs   Cheek: Duke - 7 3/4" Mouthpiece: Square Twist Dogbone with Copper Roller The Duke weighs 5.6 oz an...

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Flaharty Big Betty Hackamore Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Big Betty Hackamore Bit

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SKU: FH284

The Flaharty Hackamore is a new spin on an old favorite, designed not to make a horse stiff like a typical Hackamore. The noseband has a gag effect...

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Flaharty O-Ring Square 3 piece dogbone w/Roller Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty
Flaharty O-Ring Square 3 piece dogbone w/Roller Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty O-Ring Square 3 piece dogbone w/Roller Bit

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SKU: FH272

Flarharty Bits and Spurs The O-ring is 3 in. diameter. Classic design that every horse trainer needs, and widely used in the first stages of train...

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Flaharty Linda Smooth Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Linda Smooth Snaffle Bit

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SKU: FH260

Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs  Cheek: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Smooth Snaffle  

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Flaharty Linda Rebar Dogbone Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Linda Rebar Dogbone Bit

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SKU: FH253

Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Cheek: Linda - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Rebar Dogbone with Copper Roller

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Flaharty Marne 4 Piece Square Twist Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Marne 4 Piece Square Twist Snaffle Bit

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SKU: FH252

Shank: Marne 7 1/4" 4 Piece Square Twist Snaffle Mouthpiece  The Marne Cheek has a 1:1 ratio with very minimal gag for a quick reaction tim...

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Flaharty Patty Square Dogbone Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Patty Square Dogbone Bit

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SKU: FH250

  Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Cheek: Patty -  7 1/2" Mouthpiece: Square Dogbone with Copper Roller Same cheek as the Marne. Th...

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Flaharty Patty Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Patty Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit

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SKU: FH249

  Handmade by Flaharty Bits and Spurs Cheek: Patty 7 1/2" Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Snaffle Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag allows ...

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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Square Twist Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty
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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Square Twist Snaffle Bit

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$210.00
SKU: FH403

Maker: Flaharty Bits & Spurs The Locked O-Ring is very similar to the classic o-ring but offers less movement and will give a quicker reaction...

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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Rebar Snaffle Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Locked O-Ring Rebar Snaffle

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$210.00
SKU: FH234

Flaharty Bits and Spurs The Locked O-Ring is very similar to an original o-ring but offers less movement and will give a quicker reaction since th...

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Flaharty Reg'lar Betty Mullen Combo Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Reg'lar Betty Mullen Combo Bit

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$300.00
SKU: FH212

  Flaharty Reg'lar Betty Combo Mullen Bit  Mouthpiece: Mullen Shank: Regular Betty 7 1/4" The Reg’lar Betty Combo has a shorter shank ...

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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Smooth Dogbone w/ Roller Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty
Flaharty Locked O-Ring Smooth Dogbone w/ Roller Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Locked O-Ring Smooth Dogbone w/ Roller Bit

Flaharty
$210.00 - $210.00
$210.00
$210.00 - $210.00
$210.00
SKU: FH191

  Flaharty Bits and Spurs Mouthpiece: Smooth Dogbone with Copper Roller Cheek: Locked O-ring If you prefer an O Ring with less m...

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Flaharty Reg'lar Betty Combo Lose Port Chain Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Reg'lar Betty Combo Lose Port Chain Bit

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$300.00
SKU: FH214

 Shank: Reg'lar Betty - 7 1/4" Mouthpiece: Loose Ported Chain with Copper Roller The Reg'lar Betty weighs 5.6 oz with a 7.25 in. cheek and 1...

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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Square Center Chain Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty
Flaharty Locked O-Ring Square Center Chain Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Locked O-Ring Square Center Chain Bit

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$210.00 - $210.00
$210.00
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$210.00
SKU: FH131

  Flaharty Bits & Spurs Cheek: Locked O-Ring Mouthpiece: Square Center Chain If you prefer an O Ring with less movement then try this “Locke...

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Flaharty Patty Square Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty
Flaharty Patty Square Snaffle Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Patty Square Snaffle Bit

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$250.00 - $250.00
$250.00
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$250.00
SKU: FH118

Flaharty Bits and Spurs Cheek: Patty - 7.5" Mouthpiece:  Square Snaffle Same cheek as the Marne. The longer gag allows a slower reaction than ...

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Flaharty Linda Twisted Wire Dogbone Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Linda Twisted Wire Dogbone Bit

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SKU: FH100

  Handmade by Flaharty Bits & Spurs Cheek: Linda - 7.25"  Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire Dogbone with a Copper Roller

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Flaharty O-Ring Twisted Wire Lifesaver Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty O-Ring Twisted Wire Lifesaver Bit

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$200.00
SKU: FH397

  Flaharty O-Ring Twisted Wire Lifesaver Bit 3" Diameter  Twisted Wire Lifesaver mouthpiece The O-Ring is a classic design that every horse traine...

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Flaharty Locked O-Ring Twisted Wire Dogbone Roller Bit Tack - Bits Flaharty

Flaharty Locked O-Ring Twisted Wire Dogbone Roller Bit

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$210.00 - $210.00
$210.00
$210.00 - $210.00
$210.00
SKU: FH064

Flaharty Bits and Spurs 3" Diameter  Mouthpiece: Twisted Wire with Copper Roller and dogbone The Locked O-Ring is very similar to the O-Ring with ...

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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).

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