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Ericksen Mountain Saddle 15"

Estimated price for orientation: 1 499 $

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Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Ericksen
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Saddle Type: Ranch
Saddle Size: 15" Color: Natural
Model: Mountain Saddle


Handmade from Hermann Oak skirting leather.  It features braided rawhide on the horn and swells laced to match, a rawhide cantle binding, and the slots in the cantle are lined with rawhide as well. The fleece is real sheepskin, not a synthetic.
There are seven large 1½ inch Dee rings attached with rawhide so there are ample places to attach rifle scabbards, cameras, tie ropes, cruppers, britchin, or whatever in a secure manner.   He cuts slots in the cantle which he calls “Santa Fe” slots, after the old mountain man type saddle. These are good for tying on big game or extra packs.   He uses only “Ralide” trees in his saddles. He hand-shapes the bars to fit horses and mules and hand shape the seat to fit most people. He fits 90% of Mules and 80% of horses. It is an Improved Association style with a semi-quarter horse spread to the bars.  About 38 pounds.
Built to last a lifetime by E.P. "Rick" Ericksen who has been making saddles for over 40 years.  One of the most genuinely nice people I have encountered in this lifetime.
 
"Ericksen's Saddlery is located in the heart of the beautiful Madison Valley. Montana. This is prime hunting country. Our saddles and all of our associated tack are tested under actual hunting and trail riding conditions. We ride and use all of our products, and are constantly on the look out for ways to improve our products. All products are made, one at a time, by hand, with attention to detail."$2300 new