{"product_id":"original-bit-bag","title":"“Original Bit Bag”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistressed brown leather and long, draping Kodiak fur give this one-of-a-kind crossbody a raw, unmistakably Montana presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Southwestern-style leather strap adds character, while leather fringe brings movement and texture. The triple number-eight hanging horse bit detail creates a distinctive bit-bag-inspired silhouette, finished with antique nickel hardware and handmade by Bo on the Ranch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScars, markings, and natural variations are part of its story and meant to be loved. With a raw-edge finish back pocket and a bold crossbody shape made for the runway -or wherever the road leads -this piece carries rugged Western spirit with effortless style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoughly 10” wide by 10” tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE ORIGINAL TURQUOISE BIT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece features Ride Free’s original modified horse bit design, first created by us as a way to transform traditional horse tack into something completely unexpected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach bit is individually reworked by my husband, Bo, a welder, fabricator, silversmith, and lifelong maker. Because the metals used in traditional horse bits are not normally meant to be joined in this way, Bo developed specialized techniques to successfully fuse the different metals while maintaining the strength and integrity of the original piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a process that takes experience, precision, and a deep understanding of the materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a horse bit unlike anything off the shelf. Each one carries its own markings, patina, and character, making every piece truly one of a kind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt by hand on our family ranch and made with the intention of lasting a lifetime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ride Free MT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47549061660828,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2611\/7102\/files\/DC0F194C-A4E4-4E78-9FA8-1288B9C44F14.jpg?v=1789130943","url":"https:\/\/ridefreemontana.com\/products\/original-bit-bag","provider":"Ride Free MT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}