Saddle & Tack Repair Parts

Saddle and tack repair parts — including leather laces, latigo strings, off billets, and cinch holders — to keep your western gear safe and trail-ready.

Western Saddle Repair Parts: Leather Laces, Latigo Strings, Off Billets & Cinch Holders

• Leather Laces (1 lb. assortment bags): Multiple widths and lengths for stitching, lacing, and structural repairs on saddles and harness tack.
• Latigo Saddle Strings: Cut from top-quality burgundy latigo leather in sizes from 3/8" x 36" up to 1/2" x 72" — strong, supple, and color-matched to traditional western tack.
• Off Billets (leather & nylon): Hilason smooth skirting leather off billets and Weaver doubled-and-stitched nylon versions — replacing worn billets before they become a safety issue.
• Latigo Carriers & Cinch Holders: Thick skirting leather latigo carriers and girth holders in brown, black, tan, and mahogany — compatible with standard western cinch rigging.
• Latigo Straps with Holes: 1-1/4" x 72" Weaver latigo cinch straps pre-punched for a reliable, consistent fit when tightening your horse's cinch.
• Leather Remnant Bags: Burgundy latigo remnants — useful when only a small patch or filler piece of leather is needed for a repair.
• Cotton Lunge Line (replacement): Weaver 1" x 30 ft off-white flat cotton lunge line with nickel-plated snap — for replacing frayed or broken ground-training lines.

How to Choose the Right Saddle & Tack Repair Parts

Match the Leather Type to the Original Tack

Latigo leather is the standard for cinch straps and saddle strings because it remains supple under repeated moisture and tension cycles. Skirting leather — used in Hilason's off billets and cinch holders — is thicker and stiffer, making it the right choice for structural load-bearing parts. Using the wrong leather type in a high-stress area shortens the life of the repair.

Leather vs Nylon for Off Billets

Leather off billets are traditional and aesthetically consistent with most western saddles. Weaver's doubled-and-stitched nylon billets are a durable alternative that resists moisture, making them a practical pick for riders in wet climates or those doing regular water crossings on trail. Either option is a direct replacement for a worn factory billet.

Size & Width Matter for Strings and Laces

Saddle strings typically run 1/2" wide; narrower laces (1/8" alum-tanned, 3/8" latigo) are used for stitching repairs and decorative lacing. Measure your existing string or lace width before ordering — guessing costs you time and a return shipment. Handy pack two-piece sets are convenient when you need a matched pair.

Common Mistakes When Buying Saddle Repair Parts

Buying lace leather for a structural billet repair — or skirting leather for a decorative string application — leads to premature failure. A second common mistake is ordering by color alone without checking width and length: burgundy latigo strings come in 3/8", 1/2", and 1-1/4" widths that are not interchangeable. Always confirm both dimensions before adding to cart.

Leather vs Nylon Tack Repair Parts — Which Holds Up Longer?

Full-Grain & Latigo Leather Parts

Latigo and skirting leather parts age well when conditioned regularly — the fibers compress under load rather than fraying, and they match the aesthetic of hand-tooled western saddles naturally. Best for riders who already condition their tack and want a seamless color match to existing leatherwork.

Doubled & Stitched Nylon Parts

Weaver's doubled-and-stitched nylon off billets resist moisture and UV degradation better than raw leather, and they require almost no conditioning maintenance. Best for high-use working ranch saddles, wet-climate trail riders, or anyone who wants a near-zero-maintenance billet replacement at a lower cost.

Saddle & Tack Repair Parts — Questions Answered