What to Look for in a Genuine Horsehair Bolo Tie
The cord is the starting point for evaluating any horsehair bolo tie. Genuine horsehair has a natural sheen and a slight texture that synthetic cord does not replicate convincingly, and in a hand-braided piece that quality is visible across the full length of the cord. A bolo tie cord made from real horse hair also holds its shape across the neck better than synthetic alternatives, which can kink or flatten with wear and dry out over time.
The slide and tips are the other elements worth examining. On a quality horsehair bolo tie, the slide moves smoothly without loosening under wear, and the cord tips are finished cleanly so they do not fray with handling. Cowboy Collectibles fits the hardware on every authentic horse hair bolo tie with the same attention given to the braid itself. Buyers who have worn bolo ties before will recognize the difference in a well-constructed piece immediately.