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Nope. Trees vary in just about every way things could vary - materials used, construction techniques, longevity, use. And even within one general classification of tree (ie. rawhide covered wood handmade Western saddle trees) there are multiple things that change in the bars that affect fit, multiple things you can change in the cantle and fork that change the look and all these things can be mixed and matched. The names given to different forks are similar between makers, but nowhere near identical. So the basic idea of a tree is to distribute the rider's weight over a larger surface area for the horse and give more security to the rider, but beyond that, "every tree maker does things differently".

"Every tree maker does things differently."

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I see, sort of, thanks for the info. With that being said, any suggestions as far as a good tree to build a very bare bones western saddle that would be satisfactory for roping, cutting, trail riding, and general ranch use, at least as far as style, weight, positioning, etc. goes? I was considering one of the Wade type trees on the market, but haven't decided on a maker.

I really need to learn what I'm doing, then maybe I won't make too many more mistakes. But then again people have always told me I am over ambitious.

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