The most popular price on used saddles
is $500-$600
but this more often than not isn’t an accurate market value. Especially when it comes to the import saddles which can have a new retail price of $450… be sure you are not over paying for a low quality import saddle.
How do I know what my saddle is worth?
Research the saddle using
the manufacturer’s name and the serial number
to determine retail and general resale value; cheap, poor quality saddles will have low prices brand new and very little value as used items while good quality saddles sell for higher prices both new and used.
How much is a saddle worth?
New saddles can be
found for less than $500
, but they are often poor quality, especially the leather and fittings. Custom-made saddles are more expensive and can sell for thousands of dollars, depending on the design and details of the saddle. Used saddles are an affordable option with a wide variety of price points.
How do you check a used saddle?
Examine the entire saddle from top to bottom. New saddle leather should be of uniform color. Used saddles may show some signs of wear, especially on the seat or leg panels, but avoid saddles that show excessive stains, cracks or rubs. On used English saddles,
check the panels on the leg flaps
.
How much is an old horse saddle worth?
Registered. Based on condition, age and styling, most Saddles like that sell for
150.00 to maybe 200.00 max
.
How can you tell how old a saddle is?
Look for the manufacturer’s name and logo to be stamped in plain sight on the saddle. Check on the back, the skirts or on a plate underneath the jockey.
Contact the saddle’s manufacturer
for information about the saddle’s age. Most manufacturers will be able to tell you the age of the saddle using the serial number.
How much does a nice saddle cost?
Your higher quality saddles are made of leather. A well-dressed saddle that is packed with all the bells and whistles can range anywhere from
$1,000 to as much as $2,500
. A western saddle can cost anywhere from $700 to $1,500 new. A circle Y saddle can cost anywhere from $1,300 to $2,300.
Should I buy a second hand saddle?
You
may get a better quality on your budget
by buying a second hand saddle, rather than a lower quality one when buying new. Things to consider are things such as depreciation. A saddle, like any item purchased new, will loose around 20% off its value straight away.
How much does it cost to replace a saddle tree?
If your saddle tree is broken, it can easily cost
upwards of $800-$900
to replace it. And that’s if you can cajole the manufacturer into sending your repairperson another saddle tree, or get the manufacturer to replace the saddle tree for you.
Why do English saddles squeak?
The source of the squeak generally is the
stirrup fender
, at the point its leather strap slips over the saddle tree. When you put your weight in the stirrup, you apply pressure to this point, hence the squeak. Solution 1: Baby powder, which reduces friction between your fenders and the tree.
How much is a used western saddle worth?
The most popular price on used saddles
is $500-$600
but this more often than not isn’t an accurate market value. Especially when it comes to the import saddles which can have a new retail price of $450… be sure you are not over paying for a low quality import saddle.
What is the most expensive saddle?
According to the Guinness Book of Records, the record for the most expensive saddle ever sold now stands at a staggering
$653,234 or £432,310
. This particular saddle belonged to the Crown Prince of Dubai, Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, and was sold at a charity auction in November 2015.
What is the best brand saddle?
- See Circle Y Saddles here on Amazon.
- See Billy Cook Saddlery Saddles here on Amazon.
- See Wintec saddles here on Amazon.
- See M Toulous Saddles here on Amazon.
- See Stubben saddles here on Amazon.
- See Pessoa saddles here on Amazon.
- See Bates saddles here on Amazon.
How do you clean an old dirty saddle?
Thoroughly wet the saddle with the garden hose and
scrub with Ivory soap
and a soft brush. Rinse immediately and allow to dry. Wash again with saddle soap, using a toothbrush to thoroughly clean the tooling and hard-to-reach crevices. Restore the leather.
How much is my Circle Y saddle worth?
Circle Y has become an somewhat expensive saddle. The older ones are usually a good buy but value depends on condition, style, size, tree style, and age. Down here, I’ve seen nice Circle Y’s selling used for anywhere from
$300 to $900
depending on what I’ve mentioned.
What is a all around saddle?
All-around saddles are
designed for anything
! Ranching, roping, barrel racing, just to name a few. All-around saddles are typically equipped with a strong horn for light roping, a sturdy wooden tree, a close contact skirt, and a suede seat.
