the Heȟáka Tracks Cuff

The Lakota people are the rightful land stewards of the Black Hills (He Sapa or Paha Sapa), the place I call home. When I was making these new pieces as an offering to the majestic elk, I got to wondering what the Lakota name for elk was, and it is heȟáka, so that’s where these pieces got their name from. In Lakota culture the elk is thought of as a relative who is symbolic of strength, endurance, and patience. 

How to measure your wrist size: Using a soft tape measure (or a piece of string that you can measure on a ruler or tape measure), measure around the wrist you will wear the cuff on. Measure right against the skin. The tape measure or string should not be loose or tight, just gently against the skin. Be sure to include the small bump of your ulna on the outside of your wrist in your measurement. This is the wrist size you will leave in the notes and I will make your cuff according to this size.

*** Brass will naturally tarnish with regular wear, developing a beautiful patina over time. Sterling silver does the opposite, the more you wear it the less it will tarnish, or need polished. Regular wear will keep the silver on your new cuff looking bright and shiny, while the brass darkens, and a unique contrast takes shape between the two metals. 

+ Heavy gauge brass cuff bracelet with hand stamped elk tracks

+ Reclaimed sterling silver overlay inside the cuff band with the words STRENGTH ENDURANCE PATIENCE hand stamped into it 

+ 6” cuff with 1 ¼” opening 

+ Best fits wrist size 6 ¾”-7 ¼” 

+ 11/16” wide cuff band

+ Cuff can be sized up or down slightly with a very gentle initial squeeze to make the opening smaller, or a very gently pull to make the opening slightly larger. After this initial adjustment DO NOT squeeze the opening shut and pull it open repeatedly. You will weaken the metal and risk it breaking. 

+ Hand fabricated by me start to finish using hand tools

 + If you have sizing questions please contact me I am happy to help you size your wrist and find a cuff that works for you

+ Brushed and oxidized brass and reclaimed sterling silver

+ Rustic and vintage style

+ Please measure and re-measure before ordering to insure that you have the correct size before ordering. If you have questions about fit or sizing please contact me first as I do not accept returns or cancellations.

+ All items are handmade, this means that they are not perfect and are not meant to be. Any slight irregularities are to be considered normal and a beautiful part of buying something made by hand not a machine and not a reason for dissatisfaction.