If you ask Cliff Langerud, he’ll say he’s retired. But, he also says “when you’re a plumber…or a saddle builder….you’re only retired until you need something to do”. Cliff got bored, so he built another saddle! Despite all his tools and sewing machine now being ours, he built some of this at our shop and some hand stitched, reminding all of us that he’s still one heck of a builder, even in retirement. More simple in design, this one is brand new! One of these days, sadly, we really will be offering the very last one built by Cliff. Designed to be a Wade Rancher Lite-cutting down on weight without compromising durability. On reinforced, bullhide wrapped Cliff Wade tree, on QH bars. Wider fitting that measures 7″, with 7″ gullet height. Offers ample shoulder flare and rock through the bars. This one will fit a horse well. Reinforced wade horn that measures 3″ x 4″ that is mule wrapped, sure to hold up to plenty of hard work. Cliff built this one with overall weight in mind. Shorter, 26.5″ single skirt, in-skirt rigged, and reduced bulk behind the fenders. Slightly lighter ounce, and roughed out leather on the jockeys, seat and fenders. While Cliff built this one as light as possible, he still built it for work. Rear of the tree is laced into the skirts, skirts all double stitched, and rigging is reinforced. Has real wool shearling underside. Roughed out seat, 4″ cantle and slightly raised twist ensures this one is grippy and secure. Fenders offer plenty of adjustment, comes fitted/rigged, and is finished off with Jeremiah Watt conchos. While its more simple in its look, this is a darn nice saddle, built to work but is darn comfy and is still a great option for a trail rider. We keep saying it…this may be the last one. This saddle is one that will last for generations and doesn’t break the bank.
