Eddie’s custom work in gold and silver is noted for a heavy layered dimensional look, robust in depth and relief, with a heavy gun scroll influence in engraving and floral design. This includes the silver for all the famous Harris saddles and tack, as well as buckles and jewelry. His buckles have been commissioned by people from all walks of life, equestrians, business executives, NASCAR drivers, singers, and public figures.

He resides in State Road, North Carolina with his wife Robbin and daughters Victoria and Mary Gwyn. Considering himself a naturalist, Eddie’s interest outside of the shop include almost everything outdoors. He is a past chair of the Mitchell River Coalition, a watershed protection group dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the area trout streams. He also served as a county elected soil and water supervisor for 12 years.

Eddie’s Biography

Eddie’s BiographyThe quiet unassuming mastery behind the renowned Harris silversmithing and engraving, Eddie Harris began his long journey learning this art in 1984 after graduating from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. He began at the encouragement of Alabama custom jeweler, Ann Beard, who taught him the process of lost wax casting in gold and silver. He first began engraving with Tilden Swenson of Little Rock Arkansas learning how to hand engrave monograms and letters.

Eddie Harris graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. He lives in State Road, North Carolina, with his wife, Robbin, and their two daughters.

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Eddie Harris works as a silversmith and engraver.

Eddie works as a silversmith and engraver.

He is a past chair of the Mitchell River Coalition, a watershed protection group dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the area trout streams. He also served as a county elected soil and water supervisor for 12 years. He was elected in 2010 as a Surry County Commissioner. He was featured in Progressive Farmer magazine in an article titled To Save a Southern River and has been honored for his conservation efforts.

Eddie was elected as a Surry County Commissioner in 2010. He also served as an elected county soil and water supervisor for 12 years.

2026 North Carolina General Election

The ban passed on a 3-2 vote, with two commissioners opposed. Eddie Harris, Surry County commissioner, said that this was a way for the county to take a stand against "cancel culture," or the idea that liberal democrats are trying to silence conservative voices and get people fired for their political beliefs. He said he felt it was appropriate "to take a stand" against the "left-wing" politics of Coca-Cola.

"Yes, we are trying to cancel Coca-Cola," he said. "To use their tactics against them."

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Said he was trying to “cancel Coca-Cola” in response to what he characterized as the company’s “left-wing” politics.

- Said he was trying to “cancel Coca-Cola” in response to what he characterized as the company’s “left-wing” politics.

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Surry County is considering a resolution to affirm the sanctity of life, similar to one passed by Wilkes County earlier this year. The Surry County Board of Commissioners discussed the resolution during their meeting on Monday, Oct. 2. The proposed resolution states that the county recognizes the value of human life from conception to natural death and encourages the protection of life at all stages. It also expresses support for local pregnancy resource centers and other organizations that assist women facing unplanned pregnancies. Commissioner Eddie Harris brought the resolution to the board, stating that it is important for the county to take a stand on the issue of life. He emphasized the need for community support for families and individuals facing difficult circumstances.

Surry considering sanctity-of-life resolution like Wilkes'

Proposed a county resolution affirming human life from conception to natural death and supporting organizations assisting women with unplanned pregnancies.

- Proposed a county resolution affirming human life from conception to natural death and supporting organizations assisting women with unplanned pregnancies.

Public Services

As of April 6, 2026, Eddie Harris did not have a website or any information online.

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Eddie Harris

As of April 6, 2026, Eddie Harris’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Eddie Harris is from State Road, North Carolina. He has an associate's degree from Surry Community College and a bachelor's degree from Appalachian State University. He lives with his wife, Robbin, and daughters, Victoria and Mary Gwyn.

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Eddie is a silversmith and hand engraver at Harris Leather and Silverworks. He has been there since 1984. 

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Eddie is currently a Surry County Commissioner. He was first elected in 2010 and re-elected in 2018, and 2022. He previously served as an elected soil and water supervisor for 12 years.

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Said, "The board’s majority, all Republicans, echoed his sentiments, stating that the flag was a political symbol that should not be flown on government property."

Supports a resolution affirming the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, encourages protection of life at all stages, and advocates for community support for families facing difficult circumstances.

Eddie is currently a Surry County Commissioner representing the South District. He was first elected in 2010. He previously served as a Surry County soil and water supervisor for 12 years.

For Candidate Eddie Harris on Issue Public Services: Believes that the flag is a political symbol that should not be flown on government property.

Said, "Surry County is considering a resolution to affirm the sanctity of life, similar to one passed by Wilkes County earlier this year. The Surry County Board of Commissioners discussed the resolution during their meeting on Monday, Oct. 2. The proposed resolution states that the county recognizes the value of human life from conception to natural death and encourages the protection of life at all stages. It also expresses support for local pregnancy resource centers and other organizations that assist women facing unplanned pregnancies. Commissioner Eddie Harris brought the resolution to the board, stating that it is important for the county to take a stand on the issue of life. He emphasized the need for community support for families and individuals facing difficult circumstances."

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