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Fitting Tack (Threshold Picture Guides #4)
by: Holderness-Rodam, Jane
Step-by-step guide to correct and comfortable fitting tack. Covers: Halter, bits, saddles, girth, martingale, breastplate, crupper, longeing, equipment, care of tack, and more. Color illustrations. 24 pgs.
c. 1987, Booklet...$12.95


Horse & Camel Trappings From Tribal Iran (Riding in Splendour)
by: Tanavoli, Parviz

Part 1, the horse: The horse in Persia, various breeds in Persia, dressing the horse, saddlery, bits, stirrups, saddles, horse whips, covers, blankets, ghashieh or zinpush, trappings & ornaments for covers for mules & donkeys. Part 2, the camel: decorative ornaments, camel covers, blankets, knee covers, chest covers, neck & flank covers, bridles, muzzle bands, face bands, head bands, head dresses. Color photos throughout. Over 150 pgs.
c. 1998, H/C...$135.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condiiton: Near Mint w/dust jacket


Horse & The Bit
by: McBane, Susan

Discusses the development of the bit and its use in modern horseback riding. History & types of bits, schooling accessories, bitless bridles. 144 pgs.
c. 1988, S/C... $29.95


Horses & Saddlery
by: Tylden, Major G.

Account of animals & equipment used by British armies from the 17th century to the present.
c. 1965, Reprint... $29.95


How To Use Leg Wraps, Bandages & Boots
by: Allen, Sue

Lear to: apply leg wraps,; choose the right boots for your horse; clean & care for bandages; protect your horse's legs while traveling; provide supportive care for lameness or injury. B/W photos & illustrations. 94 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C... $17.95


Illustrated Guide To Horse Tack
by: McBane, Susan

With this book in hand, buyers of horse tack will be well prepared to make informed purchasing decisions. Heavy for the English rider: driving equipment, training aids, protective. More than 200 illustrations are sprinkled liberally throughout. 198 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C... $29.95


King Of The Western Saddle
by: Evans, Timothy H.

A fascinating study of the Sheridan saddle & its creator, Donald L. King, highlighting King's contributions and traces the origins of the western saddle to Mexico & Spain. Color & B/W photos, illust. 72 pgs.
c. 1998, H/C... $25.00


Make Your Own Horse Clothing
by: Perry, Jean

The first book containing precise details with copious illustrations for making over twenty items of horse clothing yourself. Directions for how to cut out, machine and sew a variety of rugs and other items of horse-related wearables. Illustrations. 108 pages.
c. 1986, S/C...$17.50


Make Your Own Horse Equipment
by: Perry, Jean

Over 40 items of equipment are described with simple, concise and easy to follow instructions - tack accessories, leading and lungeing, clothing for horse and rider. Illustrations. 108 pgs.
c. 1984, S/C...$13.95


Making A Stock Saddle
by: Edwards, Ron
The traditional Australian stock sadlle is the best working saddle in the world. Unlike other working saddles it gives close contact with the horse as well as providing comfort and security to the rider. Unlike many modern copies the saddle built in the traditional manner can be repaired indefinitely, and can have a working life of fifty or more years. This book contains 260 drawings and step-by-step instructions on how to build such a saddle. 127 pgs.
c.1981, S/C...$24.95


Mouths & Bits (Threshold Picture Guides #15)
by: Webber, Toni
A step-by-step guide to the horse's mouth and the principles of bitting. Includes: Anatomy of mouth, teeth and ageing, care of mouth, tongue, snaffle and bits, bit action, bitting problems, bitless bridles. Color illustartions. 24 pgs.
c. 1990, Booklet...$12.95


Repair Your Own Saddlery & Harness: A Step-By-Step Guide
by: Steinke, Robert

A practical step-by-step photographic guide to enable the average horse owner to effect simple repairs to bridles, headcollars, stirrup leathers, reins and other items. The book is also an essential reference book for students and working saddlers, containing advice on materials, tools and technique. 160 pgs.
c.1994, S/C...$32.95


Rugs & Rollers (Threshold Picture Guide #5)
by: Holderness-Roddam, Jane

A unique guide to the different types of horse clothing available. 24 pgs.
c. 1987, Booklet... $12.00


Saddle In Theory & Practice
by: Edwards, Elwyn

Modern saddle types, fittings, purpose, positioning of rider, design faults. 100 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C... $15.95


Saddlery
by: Edwards, Elwyn Hartley

In simple language, the use and purpose of the variety of equipment and clothing explained. Covers: Leather, metals, bridle, bitting, snaffles, gag, reins, rugs, rollers, saddles, girth, spurs, breaking tackle, stirrups, and much more. 262 pgs.
c. 1985, S/C... $21.95


Saddles
by: Beatie, Russel H.

The first complete work on the saddle. It is an exhaustive survey, in words and more than 800 illustrations. Also explains the construction of the saddle, describes the different saddle types, and explains how they have been altered to meet the needs of the riders thru the centuries. 391 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$74.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good


Sew Your Own Riding Clothes
by: Sheppard, Linnea

This book will show the reader the finishing touches to make equestrian clothing, for either fashion or competition. It covers coats of all kinds, riding pants, shirts, chaps and more. It does not provide patterns but tells the reader how to choose fabrics, get a good fit, and produce a garment that looks professional and is durable. Provides sources for patterns, fabrics, books, etc. Great for the person who wants "the equestrian look" but is on a budget.
c. 1994, S/C...$19.95


Stitch By Stitch: A Guide To Equine Saddles
by: Tuke, Diana

Following the success of Bit by Bit, an unique and comprehensive book on bits and bitting, Miss Diana Tuke has now written its companion--Stitch by Stitch, covering the complex and fascinating subject of saddles and saddling. Again she takes her subject in great depth from its early beginning to the finished article, concluding with a chapter on saddle injuries and how to deal with them, written specially for the book by an eminent equine veterinary surgeon. 109 pgs.
c. 1970, H/C...$15.95


Superior Saddle-Fitting: A Step-by-Step Guide
by: Jessica Jahiel
What type of riding will you do?, english saddles, western saddles, other saddles, basic saddle-fitting facts, saddle fit for the rider, saddle maintenance, saddle pads, saddle accessories, new or used. 32 pgs.
c. 2001...Booklet...$3.95


Tack & Clothing (Ward Lock Riding School Series)
by: McBane, Susan

Susan McBane explains in this book that carefully-chosen tack and clothing for a horse need not cost a fortune, and that they can improve performance. She provides advice on buying clothing and tack wisely; ensuring a comfortable fit; and caring for equipment to help it last longer. 112 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C... $12.95


Tack Buyer's Guide
by: Strickland, Charlene

Helps the equestrian consumer find the best buys among the thousands of pieces of tack and accessories displayed in the average tack shop. Includes detailed descriptions of types of equipment, uses, cost, and how to determine correct fit and quality. Charlene Strickland, best-selling author and tack specialist, interviewed more than 150 tack experts, including manufacturers, retailers, importers, distributors, repair specialists and successful riders, to write this book. 275 pgs.
c. 1988, S/C... $24.95


Tack: Care & Cleaning
by: Hill, Cherry

Selection, storage, tack room construction, leather, nylon, hardware, blankets. 32 pgs.
c. 1991, Booklet... $3.95


Tack: How To Choose It And Use It
by: Henderson, Carolyn

This book takes an in-depth look at all the tack equipment the average owner is likely to need, together with things they might not even know existed! It tells the reader what to choose, and how to fit and use it correctly, with the emphasis on safety and common sense. Everything is covered, from saddles to boots. Specialist tack for specialist disciplines (dressage, showing, eventing, etc.) is described in detail. 167 pgs.
c.1996, H/C... $29.95


To Handmake A Saddle
by: Shields, J.H.L.

Using only hand tools and traditional tools, the author, who was a chief examiner for saddlery at the Cordwainer College, demonstrates step-by-step how a saddle is made without recourse to machinery of any kind. A valuable, well-illustrated little book for saddlers and students. 40 photographs, 9 line illustrations. 79 pgs.
c. 1983, S/C...$13.95


Tools Of The Cowboy Trade: Today's Crafter's of Saddles, Bits, Spurs and Trappings
by: Beard, Casey & Degabriele, Dale

A celebration of today's fine handcrafted horse gear for the cowboy, rodeo performer, cutter, and pleasure rider. Includes a source guide. Color photos. 96 pgs.
c. 1997, S/C...$21.95


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