Oxbow Stirrups

Oxbow Stirrups - Good Things To Know Before You Buy

What are the oxbow stirrups made of? They might be made of some type of metal, wood, some other material, or a combination of materials.
How wide are the inside of the stirrups...
- ...at the top? Some sellers give this as an actual inch measurement (for example, "3 inches at the neck" or "3.5 inches at the top"), while others will state the size of stirrup leathers the oxbows will accommodate (for example, "made to fit up to a 3 inch stirrup leather").
- ...at their widest point and at their bottom? Oxbow stirrups can vary significantly in how wide they are. Be sure you get a pair that fits the boots you'll be wearing and to suit your personal preferences.

Pictured above: An oxbow stirrup.

How wide are the stirrups themselves? For example, they might be 1 inch wide, 3/4 of an inch wide, and so on.

How tall (or long) are the stirrups?

Is there at least one good picture of the oxbow stirrups?

Are the stirrups new or used?

How much will the shipping be? Will the seller ship to your location? Is shipping insurance required or optional?

What forms of payment does the seller accept?

How soon do you have to pay for your purchase? An increasing number of eBay sellers are getting tired of buyers who take a long time to pay for their item. Some of these sellers are now requiring the item be paid for within a certain time frame or the sale is off. Read the item's description for acceptable payment times and terms.

If you have any questions about a pair of oxbow stirrups for sale on eBay be sure to contact the seller and ask any questions before you bid or buy.