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The McClellan Saddle - a working saddle

This is by far our most popular saddle - it is the perfect saddle for cattle working in South Africa. The McClellan saddle was a riding saddle designed by George B. McClellan, a career Army officer in the U.S. Army. He designed this saddle for the US military and continued in use in various forms until the US Army's last horse cavalry. This saddle is so popular for its comfortable and deep seat. Great for pleasure riding and endurance riding. The tree is fully padded and covered with leather. Nylon fittings and iron All fittings included (stirrup irons, nylon stirrup leathers, and cotton weaved girth). The saddle is full leather with a smooth leather seat. All fittings included (stirrup irons, nylon stirrup leathers and cotton weaved girth). How to Care for your McClellan Saddle Keep it Clean. If your saddle is dirty or greasy, scrub it with a stiff stubble brush with a soap specially made for leather. DO NOT use acid household products to clean your leather and do not use any products that have alcohol, turpentine, or mineral spirits as an ingredient. Let it Dry. If your saddle is damp leave it in a well-ventilated space and lets the leather dry completely. Do not put your saddle in an enclosed area if it is not properly dry; rather lay it outside and air dry before putting it away, also do not use any form of heat to dry your saddle, as it will dry out the leather and cause cracking. If it is Leather, condition it. To keep leather looking and feeling soft and pliable, apply a light conditioner with a cloth or a soft brush. It is important not to over oil/condition your leather, as it will eventually soften the leather too much and weaken. Leather should not feel greasy, this only adds to the sticking and build-up of additional dirt and slows the drying of the leather. Hang Down your Saddle Properly. Do not let stirrup leathers, fenders, or the skirt fold in under the saddle when hanging it from a rail, hang everything neat and orderly to prevent misshaping it. Cover your saddle. When you cover your saddle you protect it from dust and unwanted filthiness, but be sure not to cover your saddle with plastic or any other substance that cannot breathe. Protecting your saddle from extreme humidity is a must to prevent mildew and when your saddle is in extremely dry conditions remember to condition it more often. It is important to check your saddle before each ride to make sure there is no damage to the saddle which can put you and your horse in danger. Before you ride restore worn or broken parts to a safe condition. CHECK BEFORE EVERY RIDE Saddle for proper rigging & adjustments. All parts attach the saddle to the horse. Billet straps & girth for deterioration of leather and hardware parts. (these items receive more wear than other parts and need a lot more attention.) Stirrups, stirrup leathers & buckles. Blanket or pad for burrs or sharp objects. Bridle parts, throat trap, curb chain, strap cheeks, reins, bridle bits, plus all points of attachment. REPLACE IMMEDIATELY Leather that shows signs of wear, stretch, cracking, stiffnes, or elongation of holes. Worn lacing, broken or rusted hardware, girth with areas of broken or worn strands. WASH AWAY Moisture, sweat and salt from equipment and allow to dry naturally CLEAN Hardware thoroughly to prevent rust. AVOID Temperatures of extreme hot or cold. STORE Equipment in a dry, ventilated area of normal room temperature