How much does it cost to repair a saddle?
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How much does it cost to repair a saddle?
SADDLE REPAIR
| Item to be Repaired | Repair Cost |
|---|---|
| Re-flocking (full) | $350+ |
| Partial re-flock/adjust flock | $50.00+ |
| Convert foam panels to flock | $450+ |
| Replace 4 billets on dressage saddle | $200.00 (Dressage billets 27” long and $25 each + Cost to hand sew on $25 each) |
How much does it cost to reline a saddle?
| SADDLE REPAIR PRICE LIST Labor charge is calculated at $35.00 per hour | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cantle Binding | $125.00 | |
| Restring Saddle | $65.00 | |
| Reline Saddle Skirts | Labor – flat charge | $200.00 |
| $150.00 |
How much does it cost to fix a broken tree in a saddle?
You can’t fix a broken tree and most saddlers will not replace them either. Not only is it a very labor-intensive process — figure $800-$900 for the repair) but you would need to have the exact same tree, so if it’s an older saddle you might not be able to even find the right tree.
How do you tell if an English saddle has a broken tree?
Turn the saddle over to expose the gullet. Visualize a line running down the gullet, connecting the center of the pommel or horn with the center of the cantle. If the centerline of the saddle deviates from the straight line, the tree is twisted or broken.
How do you fix a cracked leather saddle?
- Step 1: Clean. Using soap or leather cleaner, wash off any dirt with cloth or sponge.
- Step 2: Wait overnight for the leather to dry completely.
- Step 3: Smooth.
- Step 4: Apply leather filler.
- Step 5: Remove excess paste with the knife.
- Step 6: Let the leather dry for six hours.
Can a saddle tree be repaired?
How does Precision Tree repair a saddle tree? We remove the old rawhide. We repair the tree to the original fit. We then reinforce the tree with Kevlar®.
