Wenny Report post Posted November 6, 2014 Found this diamond in the rough in the back corner of a junk shop, behind a box of cookbooks with a moose head on top of it. Had about a half-inch of dust on it and I got it for cheap because the seller thought it was a western saddle with parts missing. After a good cleaning, oiling, and conditioning I've got as pretty an example of a Mexican charro silla as you could ask for. It's not terrifically fancy, but the buckstitching and those monkeynose tapaderos make it a very attractive piece. Based on the style and comparison to similar saddles, I believe it to date from the 1970s. Just thought y'all might be interested in seeing a little something different. Here's before and after pics for ya, plus a detail of the skirt pockets and a shot of the stirrups after I added treads and wear leathers. I replaced the traditional felt padding and added a worked border of brown and white wool that I think really makes it pop. I also carved a stamp to make the matching off billet. All in all a very satisfying job, and I'm pleased with the results. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldshot Ron Report post Posted November 7, 2014 Thanks for sharing. The end results looks good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
