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Russ Bigelow, Harness Maker

Early in April 2013, I had the privilege of meeting and photographing a true old time master at work - Russ Bigelow of Winchester, NH. Russ has been a harness maker and leather worker for over 50 years and on this day, Russ was making a belt for my friend Doug Quigley. With decades of experience, literally hundreds of tools and the willingness to tackle any project, even at 80 something, Russ keeps the art of traditional leather work alive and well.
A sad update - Russ Bigelow passed away in October 2014. He was a master craftsman, an artist, a good friend and an all around wonderful human being.
Russ, your work here is finished, rest in peace my friend...
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  • Russ Bigelow, harness maker. April 2013
  • Russ Bigelow, harness maker. April 2013
  • Russ Bigelow, harness maker. April 2013
  • Russ and his lovely wife Connie in the shop in Winchester, NH. April 2013 -598C3457dK
  • Greg Woods

    on June 28, 2013

    Not only is Russ a Harness maker, but he is also the formost expert on early American Harness Makers tools.

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