The Bull Belt Buckle is the result of a rare collaboration between King Ranch and master silversmith Clint Orms. It’s an heirloom in solid sterling silver, handcrafted in limited quantities. At its center is Monkey, the legendary foundation sire of the Santa Gertrudis breed and one of the most influential animals in King Ranch history. His likeness is captured in bold relief with remarkable attention to detail down to the Running W branding, honoring not only Monkey’s strength, but the Ranch’s enduring legacy in American livestock innovation. Surrounding hand engraving adds movement and texture. The wriggle background—an intricate pattern of interlaced, hand-cut lines—creates a soft matte finish that subtly catches the light. Each stroke is carved by hand in Texas, ensuring no two buckles are exactly alike. Framed by a heavy 12-gauge sterling silver wire border, every edge, hinge, and surface reflects Orms’ uncompromising standard. 

This is silversmithing at its highest level. Orms, who grew up riding bulls before turning to metalwork, has long believed that craftsmanship should carry the values of a hard day’s work. As he puts it, “If you put your best work into a piece, people are going to feel it forever.” You don’t need to own cattle or a ranch to feel the weight of history passed down from generation to generation. Each buckle arrives ready to collect or gift, housed in a custom leather presentation box with tissue and a silver polishing cloth.