Shopping List For First Saddle

[adagocowboy]

Well I am trying to get things together to build my first saddle. I have not bought anything including instructions yet. I am sure I can find a complete list of components there but I thought I would see if I am on the right track. So here is what I have so far for a shopping list. I am sure I have missed some stuff and was hoping you could chime in and let me know of other things I would need.

Tree

2 Sides of Leather

Front and Rear Rigging

Conchos

Sheep Skin

Stirrup Adjusters

Saddle Screws

Tacks

D-Rings for Breast Collar, cruper

Leather Conchos

Latigo and Cinch Carrier

Like I said I am sure there is more So if you could help me out on what I missed I would appreciate it

Thanks Scott

Scott,

I finished my first saddle today. I made some mistakes even using the 'Dusty Johnson' DVD and book. You have come to the right place to start. I just joined today, and wish I had done it sooner.

I used most of 3 skirting sides, using the scrap for fillers on the skirts. Good cement and pure Neetsfoot oil seem to dissappear quickly.

Rick

[yotebuster1200]

Scott,

I finished my first saddle today. I made some mistakes even using the 'Dusty Johnson' DVD and book. You have come to the right place to start. I just joined today, and wish I had done it sooner.

I used most of 3 skirting sides, using the scrap for fillers on the skirts. Good cement and pure Neetsfoot oil seem to dissappear quickly.

Rick

Thanks for the tips. I didnt even think about cement or oil. I have oil and cement but not near enough for this project I am sure.

Thank again Scott

I have been watching this forum for over a year and just that alone I have learned plenty.

And welcome to the site. If you are anything like me you will loose yourself in the different forums. Plenty to learn

Edited March 7, 2010 by yotebuster1200