1239 or 1242?

[truemaloy]

I'm having a hard time picking between these two guys. I can get one or the other now that my dad has decided he "wouldn't mind" having one of the weanlings from Palomino Valley (#4237) lol.

I know you guys have a more developed critical eye than I do so I would like it if some of you could take a look at the two of them and give me your opinions: conformation wise, disposition if you remember seeing them at the live adoption.

They will be used for trails and maybe working cows a little. Either one will be gelded as I don't need a stud.

I am favoring 1239 mainly because of his young age and his height. I like the way he is built and I like his eyes.

I like 1242 for his stout build. He has a big hip and strong looking legs. He also has a good eye.

I cant really find faults in either of them. Both are big enough for my 240lbs, but I know 1239 has some growing left to do.

Anyways enough of the wall of text. What is you all's opinions?

[Michelle Clarke]

Personally, I'd pick the older boy for cow work. Either one would make a fine riding gelding though. Good luck - the countdown starts soon...!!

[truemaloy]

Thanks for the reply Michelle. I believe I am gonna try for 1239 and get the little black filly for my dad. He'll turn 80 about a month after I pick them up, so it will be a nice b-day present for him. Staying busy keeps him young so this should help.

[stormyranch]

I think I like 1242 better. 1239 has a longer back and smaller hingquarters.

[twisting]

I also like 1242 better. 1239 doesn't have a nice conformation style shot but he seems a lot straighter behind thatn 1242. And while I'm sure 1239 still has some filling out to do his hip is a bit on the small side. Pair that with the long back and I'd go for the older guy hands down. But I don't really know what's better in a cow horse, just thinking about what I would like to see in a jumper.

[stlkigers]

I think 1242 is better put together then 1239. Maybe call the corrals and ask about their temperaments....I bet that insight might help!

[truemaloy]

Thanks for the response everyone. Someone from CO made up my mind for me this morning. I went to the highest bid I felt comfortable with on 1239. So now I am the high bidder on 1242!! We'll see how long that lasts.

[gotkiger]

1242 in my opinion