Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees

Scott Catalena with Catalena Hatters: In this episode, we visit with a good friend of mine Scott Catalena. Scott is with Catalena Hatters in Bryan, TX. Catalena Hatters is a 2nd generation custom hat shop that makes custom felt hats in all shapes and styles. Check out this... by Lost Trade

73 min listen

Lost Trade Episode #1: An Introduction to the show: This is our very first podcast episode. Our goal here is to give a short introduction of who we are and what our goals are with this show. This show will be ever evolving and we look forward to having you along the journey with us.... by Lost Trade

31 min listen

Wilson Capron: In this episode, we visit with Wilson Capron with Capron Bits and Spurs in Christoval, TX. Wilson explains the difference between a silversmith and bit/spur maker as well as diving into his ideas on pricing, customer relations, and workshop critters.... by Lost Trade

76 min listen

Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees: In this episode of Lost Trade, we interview Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees in Buffalo, WY. Dusty is a custom saddle maker as well as a highly skilled custom saddle tree maker. We visit with him about his journey into the trade of... by Lost Trade

143 min listen

Odin Leather Goods: In this episode, we interview Odin Clack with Odin Leather Goods. We visit about how he got started, all about his business, and how he handled opening a new Retail location during the Covid 19 Pandemic. Odin creates beautiful uptown leather... by Lost Trade

70 min listen

Jeana Andreatta with Tumbling J Mohair Tack: This interview is with Jeana Andreatta with Tumbling J Mohair Tack in Weatherford, TX. I had a great time visiting with her about the world of mohair and mohair gear. If you would like to check out her work, look her up on Facebook and... by Lost Trade

87 min listen

Stock and Barrel: This episode is an interview with Parker who owns Stock and Barrel in Ogden, UT. If you are YouTube a lot searching for leather craft videos, then you have almost certainly watched some of Parker's videos. He has a large following on... by Lost Trade

99 min listen

Ben Geisler with Aspen Saddlery: This interview is with Ben Geisler who is a US Army Vet and saddle maker who owns Aspen Saddlery. I had a great time visiting with Ben about his route to becoming a custom saddle maker of fine Wade Saddles. We also talked about the... by Lost Trade

152 min listen

Maker's Leather Supply: Our interview with Aaron Heizer with Maker's Leather Supply by Lost Trade

44 min listen

Dustin Lauw with Duck's Heritage Custom Boots: Our first boot maker is on the podcast and its Dustin Lauw from Salado, TX with Duck's Heritage Custom Boots. Listen to see how a fourth generation leather worker niched down his craft and focused on mastering the skill of making custom cowboy boots.... by Lost Trade

121 min listen

Scot Sommerlatte Originals: In this episode we visit with Scot Sommerlatte, he builds spurs, jewelry, and belt buckles as well as does custom engraving on knives and guns. Scot and I have been good friends for a long time and have collaborated on many jobs together over... by Lost Trade

63 min listen

Doug Hansen: In this episode, we visit with Doug Hansen who owns and operates Hansen Wheel and Wagon Shop in Letcher, SD. His shop builds and restores wagons of all shapes and styles. The amount of research and history that he and his team possess is... by Lost Trade

40 min listen

Nigel Armitage: In this episode we have a visit with Nigel Armitage who is a bespoke maker of 30 years from England. You may already be aware of Nigel's work and if you aren't you will become a big fan of his. He has a great YouTube Channel and does an... by Lost Trade

118 min listen

Lisa Sorrell Cowboy Boot Maker: In this episode we visit with Lisa Sorrell who is a very talented boot maker from Guthrie, OK. On top of being an award winning boot maker, Lisa is also an author along with operating a supply business for other bookmakers in the industry. Here... by Lost Trade

95 min listen

Scott Slusher Photography: I really enjoyed interviewing this artist and craftsman. Scott Slusher is a fantastic photographer who's passion is photographing cowboys and the western lifestyle. Hear how this freelance photographer brings a special type of... by Lost Trade

78 min listen

Jeff Payne Bits and Spurs: This interview is with a great friend and fellow craftsman Jeff Payne. Jeff is a bit and spur maker from Glen Rose, TX. He has been equipping horses and cowboys with his bits and spurs for over 30 years. Hear how he got started in... by Lost Trade

81 min listen

Jeremiah Watt: In this episode we hear from Jeremiah Watt on saddle making, bit making, hardware design, and how he uses a bicycle to tour the world and our different cultures. Jeremiah is a big name in the western gear industry and many know and admire his... by Lost Trade

109 min listen

Chuck Stormes: In this episode, we had the great opportunity to visit with Chuck Stormes and hear his story through an almost 60 year career as a saddle maker. Chuck is not only a renowned master saddle maker, but he is also one of the founding members of the TCAA... by Lost Trade

118 min listen

Justin Walker with Rockin Out Silver: This episode is an interview with Justin Walker with Rockin Out Silver. Justin is a custom silversmith and engraver that took his knowledge of silver work and created a business that brings aspects of the manufacturing world together in order to... by Lost Trade

73 min listen

Wade Oliver Wilson: In this episode we interview Master Engraver Wade Oliver Wilson from Ft. Worth, TX. Wade is a highly skilled engraver specializing in gun engraving. You can check out his work on his Instagram Page. His artwork is amazing and there is a... by Lost Trade

64 min listen

Baru Forell: In this episode we visit with a Silversmith from Wingate, TX named Baru Forell. I really enjoyed talking with her and hearing her story and her future goals as she begins building bits. Baru is an avid horseman and a fantastic silver engraver.... by Lost Trade

50 min listen

Big Sky Mohair Cinches: In this episode, I sit down with Dana and Tracy Eklund to visit about their business Big Sky Mohair Cinches. We talk about how they got into the world of mohair and tying cinches, how they grew the business, and what their plans are for the... by Lost Trade

110 min listen

Kris Pope with Coyote Trapping School: In this episode, we take a look at the fur market with Kris Pope. Kris is a professional trapper and educator as well as a leather craftsman. I enjoyed visiting with him about the ins and outs of the fur market and how it led him into the... by Lost Trade

72 min listen

Tanner Claridge with Claridge Leather: In this episode, I sit down and visit with Tanner Claridge who owns and operates Claridge Leather in Montana. I really enjoyed talking with him about how he got into LeatherCraft, his business, and his super interesting day job. Give... by Lost Trade

89 min listen

Bruce Johnson: Bruce is a Veterinarian and Leather Craftsman that found his true passion in refurbishing and preserving the tools of history. Many of you already know Bruce and may have purchased some tools from him already. If you don't know about him, be sure to... by Lost Trade

119 min listen

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Bruce Cheaney: This episode is an interview with Bruce Cheaney from Gainsville, TX. Bruce is a well known saddle maker who also makes bits and spurs. Bruce also has a large youtube channel where he shares a lot of content for other craftsmen to benefit from.... by Lost Trade

47 min listen

Douglas Krause: In this episode, we visit with Douglas Krause who owns and operates Krause Saddle Company in Patagonia, Arizona. Douglas is an award winning saddle maker with a long career building saddles and leathergoods. He is also an accomplished horsehair... by Lost Trade

102 min listen

Wyman Meinzer: In this episode, we visit with wildlife biologist and photographer Wyman Meinzer. His story starts out with him self funding a scientific study of the Coyote, living in a half dugout in the middle of thousands of acres, trapping/hunting then... by Lost Trade

89 min listen

Gary Dunshee with Big Bend Saddlery: In this episode, we had the oppurtunity to visit with Gary Dunshee who owns and operates Big Bend Saddlery in Alpine, TX. His business has a lot of history as one of the oldest big shops in Texas and I couldn't wait to hear his story. You can... by Lost Trade

54 min listen

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Dusty Smith with WYO Custom Saddles and Trees

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