#32 San Benito Braiding Bosalita with Krause Mecate

This San Benito Braiding bosalita is a beautifully crafted, brand-new two-rein piece paired with a Douglas Krause mecate, creating a refined and collectible set suitable for both show and advanced training. The bosalita is extremely fine in its braid work, with tight, delicate rawhide plaits and clean transitions that exemplify the precision San Benito braiders are known for. It is lightly shapeable and designed for the subtle communication required in the two-rein stage.

The mecate appears to be genuine mohair or possibly yak hair, consistent with Krause’s distinctive fiber blends. Its softness, spring, and coloration make it an ideal match for a bosalita of this quality. The hanger is equally elegant: neat, balanced, and built to complement the refined diameter and proportions of the bosalita.

This particular piece is notable as a Hackamore Classic 2007 Award Bosalito, adding provenance and collector interest. Award bosalitas are produced in very limited numbers and are typically the maker’s best representation of their work for that given year.

Together, the bosalita and mecate form a stunning, ready-to-use or ready-to-display two-rein set worthy of a serious bridle horse program or collection.

Key Features

• Maker: San Benito Braiding (bosalita); Mecate by Douglas Krause
• Material: Finely braided rawhide; mohair or yak hair mecate
• Bosal Diameter: Dainty, refined bosalita size for two-rein work
• Flex: Lightly shapeable, balanced feel
• Braiding: Extremely fine, tight, and symmetrical braid structure
• Hanger: Clean, elegant two-rein style hanger
• Mecate: Krause 2007 Hackamore Classic mecate, soft and high quality
• Provenance: Hackamore Classic 2007 Award Bosalito
• Category: Premium collectible and functional two-rein tack

Condition

• Brand new, unused
• Rawhide is clean, firm, and beautifully finished
• No discoloration, wear, or fraying
• Mecate in pristine condition with soft fibers and rich color
• Hanger crisp and fully intact
• Museum-quality two-rein set with exceptional presentation