An extraordinary piece of early 20th-century Western Americana, this pair of custom-made chaps represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship from the legendary saddlery, Hamley & Co., of Pendleton, Oregon. This is not a standard offering, but a unique commission, evident in its highly specialized design details. The leg panels are adorned with intricate studded designs, suggesting a custom order for a rider in or with strong ties to the New Mexico territory. This pair is particularly significant for its incorporation of the pre-WWII "whirling log" symbol, a Native American motif that was later abandoned due to its appropriation by the Nazi party. This symbol makes the chaps a true historical artifact, dating them to a specific and meaningful period of American Western history. Stamped "HAMLEY & CO, PENDLETON, ORE," these chaps carry the prestigious mark of one of the most respected saddle and leather goods makers in the American West.
Belt 45.25" end to end, 37.75 Length