rd Saturday, November 29, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST | Wingate, IN
53 Annual Winning Tradition Sale
Saturday, November 29, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST | Wingate, IN
SALE LOCATION
Auction Address: 3041 E 300 N, Wingate, IN, 47994
Cattle available for viewing at 1264 N Mountain Road, Wingate, IN, 47994
Wingate is five miles north of I-74 on State Road 25.
SALE DAY CONTACTS
David Duncan..................................................765-366-0295
Bob Greives.....................................................765-491-6277
Cody Lowderman, Auctioneer.........................309-313-2171
Corbin Cowles, AHA......................................270-991-2534 Monte Lowderman..........................................309-255-0110
ONLINE BIDDING
Visit www.LiveAuctions.TV and register today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
All announcements from the auction block will take precedence over printed matter in the catalog. Any disputes as to bids and biggers shall be settled by the auctioneer, whose decision shall be final and shall bind purchaser to the announcement of the sale and sale price.
HERD HEALTH
Cattle will have papers to go anywhere. All females four months old will be vaccinated for bangs, unless noted on the supplement sheet. All cattle are vaccinated for Blackleg, BVD, IBR, Leptospirosis and Vibrosis -- all cows, semi-annually. All cows will be pregnancy tested before sale. Veterinarian - West Central Veterinary Service, Veedersburg, Indiana.
FLUSH RIGHTS
Seller reserves the right to flush any female at the seller’s expense and the buyer’s convenience.
SALE SCHEDULE
Saturday, November 29, 2025 9:00 AM - Cattle on display 5:00 PM - Complimentary supper served 6:30 PM - 53rd Annual Winning Tradition Sale
TERMS
Cash, check or credit card (will incur a 3% fee).
LIABILITY
All persons who attend the sale will do so at their own risk and neither owners nor consignors assumes any responsibility, legal or otherwise, for damages, illnesses, accidents or theft. All cattle are at the purchaser’s risk as soon as sold. Assistance will be given in loading and shipping of cattle, but no risk is assumed by anyone associated with the sale.
TRANSPORTATION
Cattle will be at buyer’s risk as soon as sold. We will continue to care for them for a reasonable period of time and will assist in every way possible to group cattle for delivery.
GUARANTEE
Animals sold in this sale are guaranteed by the owner to be breeders, provided they are properly handled and cared for by the purchaser. If any open heifer fails to breed, the seller must be notified by age 20 months, otherwise the animal is no longer guaranteed in any way. Any female which is state to be pregnancy check safe is guaranteed to be pregnant at the time of the sale. Females cannot be guaranteed if they are subjected to estrus-synchronization or super-ovulation treatment. All breeding information for the cows and bred heifers will be provided on a supplemental sheet prior to the sale.
The Duncan Family Sincerely,
Cow | 03/02/2020
A big outlined beautiful female to lead of our 53rd annual Winning Tradition Sale. So long and extended in her kind yet still powerful and robust up high and through the center portion of her body. Not to mention a structure that’s still flexible and attractive. Study her daughter she sells beside and it’s easy to see this cow can produce phenomenal offspring and it’s safe to say she’s the front pasture kind. The homework is already done on this one all that’s left to do is take her home and watch the profits roll in.
Bred to MCC 48 Marksman 211
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Dark Red Land Profit daughter that has all the far reaching pieces to be a fun one. Stout pinned with a hind leg that flexes the right kind of way in motion, not to mention she’s one that’s captivating in her look when she parks with her head up. This is the type of female that you’ll admire the longer you study her. It’s hard to make them that stout while still having a memorable look from the side. Like her mother selling lot 1A is good beef cattle that can help you reach a multitude of different goals. I’d make sure she’s on your shortlist come sale day!
Cow | 01/20/2019
An absolute powerhouse of a female! So stout and powerful with all the extra rib shape a guy could want. You’ll be hard pressed to find one that’s as stout and burley as this one that’s still flexible and practical in her design. Selling beside her heifer calf from this year that reciprocates all her added power and mass it’s safe to say this female will consistently make the cattlemen’s kind in production.
Bred to ECR HDG Travis 3503
Heifer | 02/04/2025
The type of cattle that are easy to admire! Big bodied and easy doing without sacrificing look or flexibility. This MCC 48 Marksman 211 daughter has just continued to get better everyday on feed. Not to mention study her mother and it’s easy to realize what this heifer will become after her show career is over. This one’s kind never goes out of style, look in!
Cow | 01/16/2017
We would take a whole herd of cattle like this one! Stout, burley, and good looking cattle that are proven producers don’t generally come up for public appraisal. The mother of one of our current herd bulls that has seen an immense amount of use in our herd. Not to mention the bull calf she is selling beside is another high quality individual. The hard work is done on this female and this is your chance to take advantage and add a unique breeding piece to your herd.
Bred to R Valor 4571
| 03/23/2025
The youngest of the bulls, but one that certainly demands your attention. Selling along side his mother who produced a bull that we are currently using as one of our herd bulls. I love the way this one’s hind leg flexes and reaches when he goes. It’s also easy to admire how much rib shape and power this guy has that’s tied in with an awesome level hip. DNA came back Homozygous polled so it’s safe to say the breeding versatility this one brings to the table makes him a valuable asset to any operation. Homozygous Polled
AA Marksman 523 | P44689643
Bull | 01/25/2025
Dark red MCC 48 Marksman 211 son with all the bells and whistles you could want in a herd sire. So much power and density at the ground without sacrificing a captivating look from the side that initially draws you in. We’ve had a great set of calves out of this bulls sire and are excited for what this son can do in your herd next spring! DNA has been submitted and he sells as heterozygous polled. No doubt a herd changer in the making you don’t want to miss out on.
Heterozygous Polled
DLF, IEF, HYF, MSUDF, MDF, DBF
Bull | 02/18/2025
Lock in on this guy! A massive hind leg that still flexible in a future herd sire that’s going to be a lot of fun in production. Such a long bodied individual that still has an abundance of natural rib shape. One that demands your attention when you study him with his unique look from the side. Not to mention this is a high performing one that has exploded on feed this fall. DNA came back Homozygous polled which is just the cherry on top of an already sweet deal. Keep the simple things in life simple. Get this one bought, get him home, and watch him go to work for your herd.
Homozygous Polled
DLF, IEF, HYF, MSUDF, MDF, DBF
Heifer | 03/05/2025
A unique individual the longer you stop and study this one. Massive in her center rib and maternal in her look without sacrificing a stout pin set. The kind that leave a lasting impact in your herd with a build built for longevity The game plan with this one is simple. Get her bought, take her home and win some banners, then watch her go to work in production for you!
| 03/17/2025 This ‘Sierra’ daughter is very attractive fronted, big middled, and possesses a productive tight udder. 105.3 WR on 3 calves. ‘Sierra’ daughters (24) with 35 calves have an average WR 102.7. ‘Sierra’ dam recently sold in the Churchill dispersal Sale as Lot 40. 2 daughters retained as replacements and a son tested at IBEP. Consigned by Greives Herefords.
| 03/06/2021 Bred to GG Merit 405. Safe with heifer calf.
I wouldn’t overlook this female! So much rib shape and power put in a feminine package. It’s not everyday you come across a big boned one that still utilizes her hind leg the right way. The kind that make easy doing good looking ones as cows that we’d take a whole group of in our pastures.
Open Heifer
Bred Heifer | 01/11/2024
Big league pieces! So long and extended up front yet still a massive set of feet that are so sound in motion. This one is as good as they come from the side and will be an awesome one to breed on down the road. No doubt the type of female you’ll make sure to have in the front pasture because you’ll always catch yourself being drawn into her natural presence. The opportunity to get your hands on a female like this is limited, make the most of it and make sure you’re the winning bidder on this awesome female.
Exposed to R Valor 4571 and Grassy Run Final Print 412
Bred Heifer | 02/15/2024
If you’ve been searching for the stoutest bred with the most expansion up high you’ve found the right place! This dark red 182F daughter is as stout and powerful as you can make one while still being able to get out and motor in an eye appealing package. This kind always have a place in the beef industry because they are easy fleshing and easy keeping which can lead you to believe she’ll be an immediate asset to your herd that will be profitable for years to come.
Bred to R Valor 4571
AA TM Sorani 446 | P44702926
Bred Heifer | 02/23/2024
A more moderately framed female with plenty of rib shape and dimension that still offers a nice look from the side. The type of cattle that are versatile in their usage and offer a variety of different breeding options.
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412. Safe with heifer calf.
NBD Hannah 461 | P44602647
HRD Sara 450 | P44602673
Bred Heifer | 02/26/2024
If you like your cattle darker red with plenty of added body and rib shape and still good looking from the side I’d look in here. This one’s mother has been a consistent producer for us at 10 years old, so it’s safe to say there is plenty of longevity bred into this female too. Then study her hind leg and it’s easy to admire her flex and reach off of both ends of her skeleton.
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412. Safe with heifer calf.
13 469 | 1/2 Hereford, 1/4 Angus, 1/4 Red Angus
Bred Heifer | 03/14/2024
A captivating look from the side that immediately draws you in to study this female. Love this heifers front end assembly and correctness of structure in motion. It’s easy to study cattle like this and garner a great appreciation for what they bring to the table. Keep it simple and come find the quality that lies in Wingate!
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412. Safe with bull calf.
Bred Heifer | 03/25/2024
As attractive of a female up front as you could ask for! There’s many reasons to admire this female, but the easiest to appreciate is how long bodied she is without giving up any power. We’ve had great success with Red Angus x Hereford crosses at our place and felt it was time to share these easy doing low input cattle with you all! There is a multitude of different purposes for these cattle and can find a fit in any program.
Bred to TC Resource 93L (Red Angus). Safe with heifer calf.
Scarla 471 | P44602796
Bred Heifer | 03/27/2024
Another female that exemplifies what we strive to do at Able Acres. Sound footed and flexible while still having a unique look from the side. This is the type of female that will leave a lasting impact within your herd over the years to come. It’s hard to put a price on easy doing females you can be confident in as cows for a lasting period.
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412
Bred Heifer | 03/31/2024
A bigger outlined powerful female with a massive set of feet and legs. We love stout high performing cattle that still are good built and this heifer does that to a T. There’s no doubt this one will be an easy feeding low input type of cattle that will create generations of functional cattle in your herd.
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412
DS Hosanna 472 | P44602797
Bred Heifer | 03/29/2024
Dark Cherry red with extra pigment in this smooth designed female that offers a flexible skeleton. More moderate in her scale and unique in her look this female will certainly be a high quality addition to your operation for years to come!
Bred to Grassy Run Final Print 412
| 3/4 Red Angus, 1/4 Hereford
Bred Heifer | 04/24/2024
Brockle face females make the world go round and for good reason! A more sensibly sized female that’s so easy doing and loaded with natural body shape and top side spread. It’s safe to say if you had a pasture full of Red Angus x Hereford crosses like this you’d be very profitable for a sustained period of time, as these cattle are so versatile in their purpose within a variety of scenarios. These crosses are the best of both worlds look in!
Bred to TC Resource 93L (Red Angus)
Bred Heifer | 06/13/2024
Long and extended in her kind without sacrificing the brood cow fundamentals. It’s easy to appreciate all the pieces this female puts together. The game plan on this kind becomes very simple. Take them home calve them out then start watching the profits roll in!
Bred to TC Resource 93L (Red Angus). Safe with bull calf.
Bred Heifer | 03/15/2024
There’s a reason Sim Angus cattle are so popular, and it’s easy to see why. Beautiful heifer from end to end with an eye appealing look and flexible structure. Not to mention this is a heifer that comes with added power that will only make her more valuable in your pasture. The breeding opportunities on cattle like this are endless with opportunity don’t miss out on your chance to benefit.
Bred to AA Night Watch 212K
Bred Heifer | 10/15/2023
This stout made bred heifer is sired by “Certified” which was tested at IBEP and then selected by Select Sires in the 2021 sale. Her service sire GG MERIT 405 was also tested at IBEP where he had the highest Performance Index of all breeds. Part of what makes him special is his +10.0 CE, +.2 BW, and +76 WW EPD’s. Consigned by Greives Herefords.
Bred to GG Merit 405. Safe with bull calf.
Bred Heifer | 03/01/2024
A Tecumseh daughter in the flesh! This bull has seen extensive use all across the country and for good reason. It’s easy to admire this heifers natural forerib shape and added punch up high. With a pedigree like hers it’ll be fun to make practical cattle with some added power crossed up with a variety of different bulls that will work!
Bred to AA Night Watch 212K
3041 E 300 N Wingate, IN, 47994
