Custom Leather Halters and Name Plates | Quillin
Custom Leather Halters with Engraved Nameplates
Every halter we sell is made to order, by hand, in our shop at 716 Main Street in Paris, Kentucky. We've been doing it since 1982 for farms, trainers, and horse owners around the world. You pick the style, size, and finish. We cut, stitch, oil, and engrave it for your horse.
Shop custom halters · Call us: 859-987-0215
What "custom" means at Quillin
Size. Ten standard sizes from newborn foal to large mare, plus track sizes. Every halter has its size stamped on the crown, so reordering is easy. See the size chart.
Leather and hardware. Heavy, hand-selected English bridle leather with solid brass hardware. Choose brown and brass or black and silver. Black and brass or brown and silver are available through our custom shop.
The finish. Each halter is stitched on 100+ year old Campbells, then hand-rubbed and dipped in harness oil. It arrives soft and ready to wear, not stiff and coated.
Throat snap. Add an easy-off snap at the throat. It adds 2 inches to the throat length.
Nameplate. Engraved by hand in our shop and riveted with solid copper to the halter. Details below.
Nameplate options
Our plates are solid brass, hand polished, with no lacquer coating. The engraving is cut deep and filled with black enamel so it stays readable for years.
Plate | What it says | Lettering | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
1 line | Your horse's name or farm name | Roman | $14.95 |
2 line | Two lines of your choice | Roman | $16.95 |
Breeding plate | Horse's name on line 1; sire and dam, or farm name, in smaller type on line 2 | Block | $19.95 |
Each line holds up to 26 characters, including spaces. All engraving is in capital letters.
Not sure what to put on it? See our nameplate ideas.
How your order moves through our shop
- You order. Online or by phone. Double-check the size, color, and spelling before you submit.
- We cut. A craftsman cuts each strap from a hide of English bridle leather.
- We stitch. Straps are stitched on our century-old Campbell harness stitchers.
- We oil and finish. The halter is hand-rubbed and dipped in harness oil.
- We engrave in house. Your plate is engraved, enameled, and riveted on.
- We ship. UPS Ground across the lower 48, with faster options at checkout. We ship worldwide.
Lead time: allow about 3 weeks. Black halters take longer, about 4 to 5 weeks. Thoroughbred sale season and the holidays can add time, and we'll keep you posted.
Pricing
Halter | Starting at |
|---|---|
$29.95 | |
$46.95 | |
$65.95 | |
$67.95 | |
$68.95 | |
$86.95 | |
$99.95 |
Add a nameplate from $14.95. Free shipping on online orders over $99.
What our customers say
"I bought this halter because my other horse came with this halter for over 6 years and it holds up over time. Caked with mud for weeks? No problem." — Amy Fowler
"The engraving is also really deep and isn't just going to rub off like cheaper versions do. The mare size fit my 15.3hh warmblood really well." — Kendra Centracco
"Purchased similar halters from Quillin about 12 years ago, and both are still wonderful halters." — Margaret (Meg) Gates
"This halter is just beautiful! Fits perfectly. Thank you for the spot on info on which size to choose when I called." — Deb Beckwith
"These nameplates are some of the only ones that won't end up running or rusting in my barn." — Nicole M
Frequently asked questions
Can I rush an order? Call us at 859-987-0215 before you order. Chances are there are at least 100 halters in front of you. We'll tell you honestly what's possible. If you have delayed ordering till the last minute - we may not be able to help, but we will try.
Can I return a custom halter? Halters with engraved plates, black leather items, and custom colors are made to order and can't be returned. Unused items without engraving can be returned within 14 days for an exchange or store credit. Email us first for a return number.
What if I ordered the wrong size? We can move your plate to a halter in the right size. There's a $30 exchange fee, a $10 fee to move the plate, and return shipping.
What if the nameplate is misspelled? If we made the mistake, we fix it and ship it back free. If the error was in the order, we'll make a corrected plate at cost.
Can I get a replacement nameplate? Yes. We sell engraved plates on their own, and our shop can put a new plate on an old halter. Call us for a quote.
How do I keep the plate looking new? Polish the brass with Brasso or a similar metal polish. If the black enamel wears out of the letters, clean the plate, re-fill the letters with black model paint, and wipe off the extra.
Can you repair an old Quillin halter? Yes. Our shop does full leather repairs. Send us photos or call for a quote.
