HILASON Western Horse Saddle American Leather Flex Trail Barrel Tack
Hilason Hand-Tooled Leather Western Flex Tree Saddle
This hand-tooled leather western saddle features a proprietary flex tree designed for 4-way movement and superior horse comfort. Hand-carved in antique black with silver conchos, each saddle is handmade one at a time using full grain harness leather. The flex tree accommodates 6 to 8 inch gullet sizes, making it suitable for a range of horse builds. Built for trail riding, barrel racing, and western pleasure use without the premium price tag.
Why It Works
- Full grain harness leather with hand-tooled floral carving - durable enough for years of barn use
- Flex tree with 4-way movement allows better balance, contact, and communication between rider and horse
- Deep 5-inch cantle and black rough-out seat provide secure positioning for varied riding disciplines
- Professional quality crafted for daily work and competition without the premium markup
Best For
- Trail riding, barrel racing, ranch work, and endurance riding
- Riders seeking a versatile western saddle for multiple disciplines
- Horse owners with moderate to wide-backed horses requiring gullet flexibility
- Available in 14", 15", 16", 17", and 18" to suit every style
Product Details
- Brand: Hilason
- Tree Type: Flex tree with 4-way movement
- Gullet Size: 6 to 8 inches
- Leather: Top quality full grain harness leather, hand-tooled antique black finish
- Seat: Black rough-out, 5-inch deep cantle
- Hardware: Silver concho ornaments
- Skirt Length: 26 inches
- Weight: Approximately 25 lbs
- Includes: Matching bridle, collar, front and rear cinch straps
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a flex tree saddle and how is it different from a rigid tree?
A flex tree saddle allows 4-way movement that follows the horse's natural spine curvature. This design distributes weight more evenly, reduces pressure points, and improves communication between horse and rider. Flex trees are ideal for trail riding, barrel racing, and varied disciplines where horse comfort directly impacts performance.
What size horse does this Hilason saddle fit?
This flex tree saddle accommodates 6 to 8 inch gullet sizes, making it suitable for quarter horses, paint horses, and other medium-to-wide-backed equines. Available in multiple seat sizes (14", 15", 16", 17", and 18"). Check your horse's gullet width before ordering to ensure proper fit.
Is this saddle good for trail riding?
Yes. This hand-tooled flex tree western saddle is excellent for trail riding. The 4-way movement provides superior comfort for long hours, the deep cantle offers security on varied terrain, and the flexible tree reduces fatigue for both horse and rider on extended trail work and endurance riding.
Is this Hilason saddle handmade?
Yes. Each Hilason saddle is handmade one at a time by skilled craftsmen using top quality full grain harness leather. This hand-tooled construction ensures durability and professional quality without the premium price tag associated with mass production.
What is included with this saddle?
This saddle arrives as a complete package including the saddle, matching bridle, collar, front cinch strap, and rear cinch strap. You have everything needed for immediate setup and use - no additional tack required to get started.
Can I use this saddle for barrel racing?
Yes. This flex tree saddle is suitable for barrel racing, trail riding, ranch work, and western pleasure use. The 4-way movement and secure seat design provide the balance and stability needed for barrel racing turns, though it is also versatile enough for other western disciplines.
Returns must be requested within 30 days of delivery and approved with a Return Authorization before anything is sent back (email sales@hilason.com or call 1-888-HILASON). Items must be unused, undamaged and in original packaging, and are accepted for poor fit or a manufacturing fault. Clearance and Final Sale items, bits, fly sheets, custom orders and international orders are final sale. Original shipping is non-refundable; return shipping is paid by the customer except on items that arrived faulty. A restocking fee may apply, except on winter horse blankets, neck covers and Hilason saddles. Winter horse blankets also carry a limited 1-year warranty; all other items are covered by the 30-day terms. Full details: Returns and Exchanges.
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