Trees, Leather & Hardware
Saddle Trees
Rawhide Covered Wood
Traditionally American, this style of tree has proven itself over hundreds of years. These trees are extremely strong and can withstand the stress and fatigue they are subjected to in everyday work and/or competition. More …
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Modern trees
In comparison to rawhide covered trees, modern trees allow closer contact between horse and rider and withstand stress and fatigue over a longer period of time. While these trees are constructed using the same techniques and principals as the traditional rawhide covered trees, the materials are man-made using today's technology. More …
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Which Style of Tree is the Best For Me?
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Leather
I take the same care in choosing the leather as I do in crafting each saddle.
Every Cooper's Custom Saddle is built using the finest skirting and bridle leather sides available in the world.
World Class Suppliers
Hermann Oak and Wickett & Craig are known the world over for producing the finest saddlery leathers available. these u.s.a and u.k. based companies are well established and have been consistently producing high quality leathers for more than 100 years.
These are the leathers that I choose for use in building my custom saddles.
Choosing the Best
The leather is carefully graded after each stage of the tanning process, and again upon completion. They are then shipped to my suppliers here in Australia. More …
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Hardware
The hardware and fittings used for fastening and adjustment on every saddle are constructed of either stainless steel or solid, polished brass. Every piece is closely inspected before use to ensure that it meets my quality requirements. Therefore in a Cooper's Custom Saddle, strength and aesthetics are consistently A1.
Of course, either metal is excellent for strength, durability and appearance, although, stainless steel is harder wearing and will not tarnish or corrode.
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