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Own a Piece ofWesternAmericanaHistory with this Keyston Bros 1940s Western BearTrap Saddle
This is a 1940s vintage rounded skirt western saddle. The rich mahogany-brown leather is stunning with the hand tooled pattern. This saddle will make an eye-catching collectible display piece to enrich a western ranch home or home decor. This saddle is also technically functional, serviceable, and could still be ridden if one had a horse with conformation that the saddle would fit.
BearTrap style saddles were used for riding in the mountains- hunters, trappers, and herdsmen used them to keep from falling off their horse when startled by predatory game, bears, mountain lions, wolves etc. (Makes good sense when considering theconstruction!)In 1868, James Keyston began Keyston Bros. in what was the bustling western mecca of San Francisco, CA. Through acquisition over the years, one of which was HH Heiser Saddlery in 1950, quality Keyston brand saddles and cowboy gear continued to be produced until 1999
*the only not original part on the saddle is the “rope strap” (it’s a leather strand with buckle to hold a lariat to the pommel). It can be removed to match the other side.This saddle weighs approx. 33lbs
Dimensions
20ʺW × 27ʺD × 36ʺH
Styles
Americana, BearTrap, Vintage
Period
1940s
Country Of Origin
United States
Item Type
Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Materials
Leather
Condition
Very Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
Color
Mahogany Brown
Condition Notes
This saddle is in great condition for its age, and it is original (other than noted removablerope strap), but do note, it is a saddle nearing almost 100 years in age. Be sure to condition your vintage leather, stage it properly for structural support, and maintain it in an air controlledenvironment if you wish to retain its integrity and condition. If you plan on using the saddle, take good care of it and properly clean+condition the leather on a normal schedule to maintain it\'s condition and well, use it!
Returns, Exclusions, Other
This is an antique, vintage saddle and sold \"As-Is\" and returns are notaccepted.
Item can only be shipped to contiguous lower 48 United States.
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