Western saddle
A western saddle is a large, heavy saddle with a horn and a wide bearing surface.
What is it for?
It is made for long working days in the saddle and spreads weight over a large area.
More about this item
The western saddle comes from American cattle work. The horn was originally used to dally a rope, and the large seat and wide skirts spread the pressure.
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Sources: University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture · The Pony Club (UK). Descriptive only; not care or training advice.