Saddle tree for a vertical balance saddle
US5953889A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB68C1/025
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A saddle tree (10) for use in building a western equestrian saddle includes two laterally spaced, elongated bars (12) adapted to extend along either side of the horse's spine when the saddle tree (10) is in a riding position on the horse. A swell (14) is connected between the laterally spaced bars (12) at a forward end of the bars (12). A stirrup slot (20) is positioned in a center portion (18) of each bar for accepting the stirrup leathers for the saddle. Each stirrup slot (20) has a front edge (40) positioned at least two and one-eighth inches behind the back surface (28) of the swell (14). A center seat section or ground seat (18) positioned between the laterally spaced bars (12) includes a lowest point along its centerline positioned at least four inches behind the back surface (28) of the swell (14) and no more than eight inches behind the back surface (28) of the swell (14).
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