Hot Irons & Arbuckles

I've done this little scene a couple of times before so I thought I would polish off another for the upcoming November show.  This fella is getting ready for the morning branding chores but still has time for a quick cup of Arbuckles.  Arbuckles was the coffee choice in the old days as it was one of the first that came already roasted.  Prior to that the cook had to roll those raw beans around in the fry pan before grinding them up.  I can just imagine the quality of the brew.  Also, inside each Arbuckles package was a stick of peppermint candy which was sought after so much that Cookie rarely had a problem getting volunteers for Chuckwagon duty.

I hope you like him and there are more photos in the Gallery.  As always, your comments are welcomed and appreciated.

Burning Leather On The 6666

The wife and I drove to Lubbock, Texas back in '01 to attend the National Cowboy Symposium. West of Wichita Falls we came upon the eastern boundary of the Four 6's ranch. Close to 340,000 acres we seemed to drive forever before we came to the western line. Half way we came to the town of Guthrie where the ranch headquarters are located. How many ranches are so large that they have their own town? Quite a place....quite a history. Here's a link if you want to learn more about it: http://www.6666ranch.com/home.shtml

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I thought the brand of this ranch was unique and would make a good item to build a scene around. As is evident from the carving the wrangler's iron is hot and he's waiting for the boys to drag over the next one so he can apply the company's signature.

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Just a couple more photos of this one and comments welcome.