One of the results of mass production is the erosion of traditional craftsmanship and, in time, the loss of the craft itself. Using only hand tools and traditional methods, this book demonstrates step-by-step how a saddle is made without recourse to machinery of any kind. It is complemented with both photographs and line illustrations.
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One of the results of mass production is the erosion of traditional craftsmanship and, in time, the loss of the craft itself. Using only hand tools and traditional methods, this book demonstrates step-by-step how a saddle is made without recourse to machinery of any kind. It is complemented with both photographs and line illustrations.
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Add this copy of To Handmake a Saddle to cart. $15.15, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by J.A. Allen & Co Ltd.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
Add this copy of To Handmake a Saddle to cart. $51.88, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1975 by J. A. Allen.
Add this copy of To Handmake a Saddle to cart. $96.75, new condition, Sold by Pegasusbooks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Farmington Hills, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by J. A. Allen & Co., Ltd..
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New. 0851312225. Pages are clean and tight; this is a NEW book, still sealed in publisher's shrinkwrap. Extensively illustrated with b/w photos and diagrams/drawings. Originally published in 1975; this reprint is from 1993. "...this book, a permanent record of the craft of saddle making. Using only hand tools and traditional methods he demonstrates step-by-step how a saddle is made without recourse to machinery of any kind. The text is clearly written throughout, and complemented with both photos and line illustrations showing the various stages of manufacture.." A well made saddle, comfortable for horse and rider, make riding a joy for both the rider and the horse. A poorly made and ill-fitting one can create misery and a multitude of problems, besides causing permanent damage to the horse. Fascinating look at a craft that has in many respects changed little over the centuries.; B&W Illustrations; 5 3/4 x 8 1/4; 80 pages.
