| There are many parts of a Western saddle. With so | | | | Most riders choose to simply get a manufactured |
| many types and styles it can be very confusing for | | | | saddle. Some manufactured saddles can be as good |
| someone new to the saddle industry. If you are going | | | | as custom-made saddles. The price and quality of |
| to purchase a new or used saddle it is important that | | | | these saddles will depend on the materials and |
| you know the types and styles in order to find the right | | | | construction involved. If you have a limited budget it is |
| one for both you and your horse. Consider the | | | | important to find a well-made, good quality product that |
| following information on the parts of a Western saddle | | | | is comfortable and will provide you several years of |
| in order to make a good purchase decision. | | | | use. |
| Custom saddles are the most expensive. However, | | | | Whether you go with a custom made or a |
| they are made from high quality materials and can be | | | | manufactured saddle is up to you. However, you want |
| customized to specific requirements of both the horse | | | | to make sure you are getting a saddle that meets |
| and rider. These saddles can take a day or two to | | | | your specific needs. You can only do this by |
| make, but since there is few custom saddle makers it | | | | considering the individuals parts and making sure they |
| can sometimes take several months to get through a | | | | make a comfortable fit for you and your horse. No |
| backlog of orders. Often you will have to give a | | | | matter how much or how little you spend on a saddle |
| deposit for a custom saddle and you will need to get a | | | | it won't be a good deal unless you are able to use it |
| contract and receipt in return. | | | | day in and day out for several years. |