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Rare G.A Bischoff Gal-Leg Port Bit

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Western Americana Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Rare G.A Bischoff Gal-Leg Port Bit
Unmarked G.A. Bischoff, Gainesville, TX. (b.1862- d.1944) Gal-leg bit mounted in copper, silver and brass. Bischoff was only in business on his own in Gainesville, Texas from 1911-1915. Widely recognized as one of the most talented of the early Texas style masters, few of his original pieces are known to collectors. Only one genuine marked Bischoff bit is known. The initials "C.B" bunkhouse engraved into the conchos on both cheekpieces. Good overall "as found" condition showing period use, denting and fine uncleaned patina.