Posted 2018-08-14 10:23 AM Subject: Coats Saddle Measurements
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Recently, I had my gelding fitted by Burns Saddlery. I was told he needed their widest tree (#40 tree). I am looking at all options as I am in a smaller budget and cannot buy a brand new Burns saddle. I sent that information onto Coats as well as pictures. The information I got back was:
BWBR Tree 5 1/2" in the Back (I guess this tree has a standard measurement of 5") 6 3/8" Gullet width with flat bar pads
What does that mean? lol I understand the gullet, but what back measurement on a saddle? What are flat bar pads? I did send a message back asking for clarification, but I cannot call until lunch / after work hours.
Posted 2018-08-15 5:59 AM Subject: RE: Coats Saddle Measurements
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I’m not familiar with Coats...but I can say my Burns was worth every single one of the many pennies. It was lightly used and Wendy gave me a good deal on it (luckily the #20 tree so way easier to find). I plan to have her keep checking my colts fit as I see her because I think he will fill out to at least a #30. Stashing more pennies away for that.
But I totally understand the budget, I hope someone can help you out with the Coats measurements - also a great brand!
Posted 2018-08-15 9:59 AM Subject: RE: Coats Saddle Measurements
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OhMax - 2018-08-15 4:59 AM I’m not familiar with Coats...but I can say my Burns was worth every single one of the many pennies. It was lightly used and Wendy gave me a good deal on it (luckily the #20 tree so way easier to find). I plan to have her keep checking my colts fit as I see her because I think he will fill out to at least a #30. Stashing more pennies away for that. But I totally understand the budget, I hope someone can help you out with the Coats measurements - also a great brand!
Honestly, I think I am just going to cough up the additional money and buy a Burns. My budget was $2,500 so it isn't too much to save a bit longer and order exactly what I want. I had my heart set on a Burns to begin with.
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