Mustangdave Report post Posted June 16, 2021 I am looking to build a western saddle and have no idea how the pieces go together much less where to find the patterns for them. I have made military saddles (‘59 McClellan) along with all manner of tack, holsters and belts so I know how to cut, stitch etc. Are there any resources out there? Patterns? Kits? Any suggestions are welcome. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tsunkasapa Report post Posted June 16, 2021 (edited) Dusty Johnson has a set of book, video and patterns. The Stholman Encyclopedias of Saddle making is also an excellent resource. Complete Saddlemaking Course: Book, DVD & Patterns PLUS Saddle Savvy Book at 50% | eBay Edited June 16, 2021 by tsunkasapa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeRock Report post Posted June 16, 2021 Scroll down the forums to here: https://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/59-saddle-and-tack-accessory-items/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Nelson Report post Posted June 16, 2021 Harry Adams Saddleshop manual is a good resource. The Stholman books are a good resource. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squilchuck Report post Posted June 16, 2021 Along w Ken's suggestions, the Jeremiah Watt DVD. -John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oltoot Report post Posted June 16, 2021 Ride a lot first before settling on things like rigging design and seat shape. In all analysis, think about a naked man on a naked horse and enhance that relationship. Then focus on execution and eye appeal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rahere Report post Posted June 16, 2021 1 hour ago, oltoot said: Ride a lot first before settling on things like rigging design and seat shape. In all analysis, think about a naked man on a naked horse and enhance that relationship. Then focus on execution and eye appeal I have to smile. Round here, Charlotte Dujardin's home base rules the roost (she won Olympic Gold in 2012). Most riders are female. Repeat the exercise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
