Discussion on Clinton Anderson Aussie Western Saddle
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Julie Masner
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Username: Juliem
Post Number: 60
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, Feb 26, 2004 - 4:59 pm: |   |
I was on Clinton Anderson's website looking at the Aussie Western Saddle they sell. It looks like just what I'm interested in for trail riding. Does anyone have any experience with this saddle? It looks like a traditional Western saddle without a horn. Has anyone seen one "in person" to judge the quality of workmanship and leather? How about just Clinton Anderson's products in general? Hate to buy a saddle without being able to see, feel, try on and sit in so I'm hoping someone may have some insight for me. Thanks, Julie |
Alden Chamberlain
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Username: Alden
Post Number: 61
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Friday, Feb 27, 2004 - 1:37 pm: | |
Julie,
I sat in his saddle at a clinic this summer and I have one now. The saddle is comfortable, well made, and looks great. My primary reason for the purchase was fitting a 16.3h Missouri Fox trotter who is thick in the shoulders (and the head at times!). The saddle is built on a full quarter horse tree (you may have a choice in trees, I don't know) with lots of flare up front and has rounded skirts, it has worked very well with him.
The other compelling factor is they make the saddle to your specs. I'm 6'4" and have had trouble finding saddles with stirrup fenders long enough. They asked for my seat size, inseam and if I wanted breast collar D-rings, then they make the saddle (if you hate to wait this can be a problem, I think it took 10-12 weeks to get it). I liked the fact the saddle was somewhat custom and at a good price.
Good day,
Alden |
Julie Masner
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Username: Juliem
Post Number: 61
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Friday, Feb 27, 2004 - 4:09 pm: | |
Alden, thanks so much for the reply. That was just the information I hoped to hear! My main trail horse is 16 hands, broad (mutton?) shouldered with a wide back. I was concerned also about quality and workmanship. Really appreciate your input as I have read and respected many of your posts. Thanks again, Julie Is this a great site or what? |
