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  1. #1
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    Default Need to find a reputable saddle repair person for repairs and possible tree widening

    I have some older saddles that I need restuffed, need some areas fixed where the stiching has pulled out, and want to have a saddle looked at to see if the tree can be widened at all. I want to find a reputable person for this that has done all of the above on jump and dressage saddles as a friend just got hers back from a guy that supposedly did a nice job but the saddle looks horrible. I am in WI but have no problems shipping them out.



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    Kate Wilson of Dutchess Bridle and Saddle in NY.



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    Default Saddler's Row

    Check out Saddler's Row in Palantine, Ill. I think it's www.saddlersrow.com
    pace, path, balance, impulsion and ??

    You can't just perch up there and hope he'll tolerate you!



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    Lots of really reputable folks do it. IMO the best PRICED of the very good saddlers is Colin Kimball-Davis, who does the adjustments for Duett Saddles. The above-mentioned saddlers are outstanding but can't touch Colin's prices. And he is every bit as well qualified as they are.

    http://www.theenglishsaddler.com/
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    Smith Worthington
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    Saddle Doctor in Aiken, SC. PM if you're interested in a phone number.
    **Friend of bar.ka**



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    Thanks everyone! I emailed a few of them to get some quotes. I need 4 saddles done with either full flocking or or just flock ups. And also need some areas fixed, and would love to see if they can take my new jump saddle from a narrow to medium *fingers crossed* Though I have to admit the saddles are in great shape for being 30+ years old!



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