From saddles to silverware, this latest book by Joice Overton portrays the many various and diversified items that were so essential to the cowboy way of life. An invaluable source for historic reference as well as a present day guide for collectors, antique dealers, traders, and modern-day cowboys, this book's colorful photographs and information bring the Old West back to life, and will be of interest to all lovers of the Western Lore. Containing over 500 photographs along with helpful text and captions which describe the items and their usage, Cowboy Equipment also comes complete with recommendations as to proper care of items and a full value guide.[AuthorName]By Joice Overton[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Joice Overton, who has spent her entire life in the great Pacific Northwest, is the author of Cowboy Bits and Spurs, a staff writer for Leanin' Tree, and a member of The National Bit, Spur, and Saddle Collectors Association.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]547 color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]547 color photos[/ColorPattern]