The front part of the saddle that's Behind the front outer stitching. What it does is hold the saddle up from caving in. You need different trees depending on how wide the horses withers are.
A saddle tree is the framework or foundation of a saddle that provides structure and support. It is typically made from wood, fiberglass, or plastic, and is covered with padding and leather to create the finished saddle. The shape and design of the saddle tree influence the fit and comfort of the saddle for both the horse and the rider.
A treeless saddle
frame The hard part of a saddle is called a saddle tree.
I would do a close contact saddle or for western, a tree less saddle
No it is not safe to sit on a tree of a saddle stand if it is brand new or very old
The tree
tree
wood tree
yes
Black Saddle - 1959 The Indian Tree 2-17 was released on: USA: 19 February 1960
A single-tree saddle is a specific kind of saddle used by cowboys in the American West during the late 1800s. It is designed to fit over a single tree, which is a long, horizontal piece of wood that connects the two ends of a wagon or carriage. This type of saddle is known for being lightweight and easy to pack for long journeys.
Saddle making is an art and a science. The maker starts with the foundation of the saddle which is the tree. From that the leather pieces, stirrups, cantel, fenders, ect. This is why saddles are so expensive.