The length is optional and can be whatever you need for your particular use.
Making a rope halter for cattle.
You will need approximately 3mts of twisted rope.
At the end of the nose piece a attach rubber electrical tape to prevent raveling.
Make the loop for the lead rope to go through.
A rope of about 3 7 m length is laid on the floor and halter is made at the left and for convenience.
Open the strands by twisting clockwise with your right hand and counterclockwise with your left.
Then measure from end a a length of rope about 14 to 16 inches long.
This will cause the strands to buckle and fold over forming.
Adjustable halter step 1.
Ensure excess rope does not become entangled or is allowed to fall around your feet.
Tying a halter out of a strand of 3 ply rope.
An ordinary three strand manila rope can be made into a calf rope halter.
To make an adjustable halter for cattle measure and cut off about 12 to 16 feet of rope.
Lay it out in the manner shown below.
At 1 2 m from left hand end untwist the stands sufficiently to enable the right hand part to be passed through to make a loop of 2 5 to 3 cm diameter.
However you can make a halter rope at home and avoid spending all those bucks.