Deacon is the incredible male that we had been searching for to advance our breeding program.....he has more than won his KEEP!!!! His reputation in the 2007-2008 shows speaks volumes to his outstanding qualities with 14 Champion Ribbons. Deacon comes from a solid, highly desirable bloodlines including Bueno, The Reverend Mr. Black, Maple Brook Fandango & Caligula. Deacon was evaluated by Julio Sumar who gave him rave reviews for his presence, fineness and beautiful BRIGHT crimp qualities. His density and bone structure also made him a judges favorite. Histograms 2006: 16.8, SD 3.7, CV 22, over 30 is 1.1%. 2007: 20.1, SD 4.2, CV 20 (pulled from bag of fleece) 2009: 21.8, SD 5.1, CV 23.5, %>30 6.3 2011: 23.3, CV 22.8 EXCELLENT for over 3 years of breeding!!! 106 registered offspring as of 2018 61% grey bred across all colors 15% black bred across all colors Highest percentage of grey production for any herdsire with more than 100 registered cria When bred to grey or black nearly perfect production for grey or black 8.5% of offspring are banner winners An additional 15% of offspring are blue ribbon winners Overall 40% of offspring place in the top three