Saddle #9- First Post

[3heartsmike]

I can only say Thank You for the inspiration and great ideas the members of this site have given me...hhhmmmm...sounds like I am sucking up a little...maybe I am... ...That having been said...a little of "I am not worthy" does overcome me when I look at the credentials and experience of the members of this site. I have now worked up my gumption to post my work...This is Saddle #9...Bowden Wade tree...Wickett and Craig Leather...Watt Brothers Hardware...I "built" up the horn with a more "domed" effect and shaped the front...ALL input is appreciated and Welcome!!!! Thank You...

[terrahyd]

Nice work .Mike;;

I realy like the tooling.. bet it took awhile to work out the patterning ????? thanks for sharing ...first class my friend..well done ...

...Doc...

Edited July 28, 2010 by terrahyd

[Dwight]

THAT is one fine looking saddle. You certainly have much more patience and skill in tooling than I have.

If I may ask, . . . when you ordered your tree, . . . what specifically did you ask for. I was looking on their website, and couldn't figure out which tree you ordered.

I especially like the upswept and high rear seat.

Thanks, may God bless,

Dwight

[3heartsmike]

Thanks to you both for your input...I truly appreciate it. I must apologize I didn't know I had any repiles at all. Your kind words are truly appreciated. Dwight this is Bowden's stock Wade...I must admit I cheated on the cantle back and added an extension from Ralide...blasphemy to some, I know, but I really was looking for a 5 inch cantle...and got about a 5 1/2...As for the layout of the tooling...well I got to spend a great deal on time with an old saddlemaker, who lived in my area of Florida...and I own one of his saddles...His name was Dave Jones...look him up if you get a chance...sadly he passed away in April...death of an icon in lkeather work and horse training.

Thank You for your kindness...I appreciate it...

Take Care and Be Safe,

Mike