D. R. Schrader Custom Saddles

Post Office Box 70

Darby , MT 59829

406-821-0152

email  info@schradersaddles.com


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Here's some comments written by owners of D. R. Schrader Custom Saddles.  To talk to someone near you who owns a D. R. Schrader Custom Saddle, Email D. R. and ask for Email addresses or phone numbers of D. R. Schrader saddle owners in your area.   Some folks have already given us permission to use their contact information.  Others may take us a day or two to contact the saddle owner for permission.

  • C. B. in California.  "I'm still using this saddle (bought 15 years ago) and it is my best one.  I ride cutting horses and own 6 saddles and by far the seat is best on yours.  Thank you very much for a great saddle that has lasted for so long.  I ride 6 colts a day in that saddle."

  • D. D. in Georgia.  "I have owned one of your 1870s Texas Trail saddles for 9 years now and have used it for team roping and trail riding on a regular basis.  The saddle has held up exceptionally well, and has been the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden, as well as fitting a variety of horse over the years."

  • A. A. in South Dakota:  "She seemed to like it because she really fusses when she doesn't like one.  She rode quietly and she loped right out when asked. She crow hops if you ask her to lope with a saddle that doesn't fit. She also trotted downhill without throwing her head. Another indication that she is happy.  And the saddle fit me very well.  The saddle was beautifully made."

  • E. D. in Texas:  "When I got a seat in it, I was in total disbelief.  I was hoping for an improvement over my old saddle but never in my wildest imagination did I expect to be able to tell such an immediate difference.  It has a great seat and I am really going to enjoy the freedom of movement of my legs".

  • B. R. in Arkansas:  "I have put 50 hours on these saddles since I got them, which was about 6 weeks ago.  Both saddles are working great and my mules seem very happy with them.  These saddles give my mules much more shoulder room so I can place the saddle where it is supposed to be without squeezing the natural movement.  Both my mules single-foot and they are dropping into gear much easier with these saddles".

  • D. F in Oregon:  "I just got back from a hunting trip last week and tried it (his mule saddle) on an Appy gelding, and worked quite well on the mountains with a lot of up and down trails."

  • M. E. in Arizona:  "I get a lot of nice comments on my saddle and am completely happy with it!"

  • B. C in Wisconsin:  "Let's see, I've had my saddle since late last winter, and each time I use it, I'm more satisfied.  I really like the way I sit down into it.  Feels just right.  I use it on two different mules with very different backs and rides nice on both of them.  I wouldn't change a thing on my saddle, just what I wanted, and more."

  • M. N. in Virginia:  "I love the saddle you made for me.  Not only is it expertly crafted and lovely to look at, it fits me perfectly.  It is the most comfortable saddle I have ever ridden in.  My mule likes it too.  I can tell because she walks out faster and more easily than she ever has--and that is saying something because she will be 24 soon.  That saddle is one of my most prized possessions."

  • L. B. in Iowa:  "You said I would have it in June, and you kept your word.  My words cannot express the quality and craftsmanship in my saddle.  My neighbor has a custom built saddle also, but there is no comparison between his and mine in appearance, quality, and workmanship.  It has been a pleasure to deal with someone who delivers beyond your expectations."

  • D. C in British Columbia:  " UPS delivered the saddle yesterday afternoon.  If it fits and rides half as good as it looks, I'll be a happy cowboy."  Two months later, "I have lots of miles in the saddle and am very pleased.  It fits me and the mules and is the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden."

  • J. L in Iowa:  "It's a lot more than I expected!  My son said I should will it to him.  I told him No Way!  I'm taking it with me when I go."

  • J. R in Arizona:  "We have used our two saddles just recently to make a 40 mile ride in 1 1/2 days.  We were soft, and so were the mules.  There were no sores on either the mules or us."

  • C. C in Sweden:  "I have now used the saddle for well over two months, spending anything up to five hours most days in it.  It fits both me and my horse admirable (and all the other horses in our establishment, too).  The saddle also attracts the attention and admiration of those who understand saddles - everybody else around here rides in modern, usually padded saddles.  Thanks for  a job  well done."

  • G. G. in California:  "The saddle fits like a glove.  No hot spots and no soreness on his back.  It's just an incredible fit.  The style and workmanship are the very best."

  • T. R. in Washington:  "We appreciate all the time you spent with us explaining mule saddles and how all the extra stuff is supposed to fit.  Neither of us had any experience with things like breeching."

  • W. W. in Oklahoma:  "The saddle is just right.  It is the best fitting saddle I have had."

  • B. M. in Oregon:  "Put my saddle to the big test yesterday.  I got my black mule in and saddled her, and she didn't buck.  Plenty happy with my saddle."

  • J. M. in California:  "Your saddle covered 220 miles in 9 days on that wagon train over the original trail.  I sat in that saddle all them miles with no adjustments necessary.  I could not have done that in any other saddle I own."

  • K. S. in Arkansas:  "She doesn't seem to mind being saddled anymore.  She no longer flinches when I throw the saddle on her back.  In other words, we both like the saddle, a lot."


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