#33 Rawhide Hackamore with Tri-Color Mecate

This rawhide hackamore is a classic, no-nonsense working piece built for true training use. With its heavier body, stiff flex, and rougher nose braid, it represents the type of hackamore seasoned horsemen use to let a young or green horse learn to carry themselves correctly. The structure encourages a horse to respect the feel without being overly sharp, and the smoother-braided cheeks keep the signal clean while the nose delivers the appropriate reminder.

The rawhide braid is straightforward and utilitarian: not decorative, but entirely functional. This is the type of hackamore used daily in a training program, valued for durability and clear communication rather than fine detail. The heel knot is solid and well-formed, giving weight and balance to the bosal.

Paired with a good tri-color mecate, the set has the feel of a working cowboy’s or trainer’s rig. The mecate is well-twisted with consistent lay and provides enough body for effective cues. Together, they make a sturdy, honest hackamore setup that a horseman would use to progress a colt or reinforce foundational softness.

Key Features

• Maker: Unmarked
• Bosal Material: Full rawhide
• Flex: Heavy and stiff, traditional trainer’s feel
• Nose: Rougher braid for clearer feedback
• Cheeks: Smoother braid to keep the signal balanced
• Heel Knot: Solid and weighted for good balance
• Mecate: Tri-color hair rope, well-made with substantial body
• Function: Ideal for early training, reinforcing self-carriage, or tuning seasoned horses
• Category: Working hackamore set for trainers or serious riders

Condition

• Good working condition
• Rawhide shows expected use but remains solid
• Mecate in very good shape with strong feel and body
• No structural issues
• Ready for riding or continued training use