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Gullets: Typically, there are four different gullet
widths to fit the withers
and backs of different horses.
Regular: 5-3/4"
Semi-Quarter Horse: 6" to 6-1/4"
Quarter Horse: 6-1/2"
Full Quarter Horse: 6-3/4" to 7".
These widths are built on the same angle, except the full Quarter Horse
which
has a flatter angel to the bars. Any size or width gullet can be made to
fit
your horse.
Skirt Shape, rounded or squared: The skirt shape
is a factor in determining
whether the saddle will be lightweight or heavyweight. This is personal
preference.
This is a simple sizing guide to help you determine the size saddle
recommended
for your body size.
This is determined by this easy calculation:
Sit in a
position so that your
upper leg is at a right-angle to your lower leg, then measure your upper
leg
length ...from the back of your buttock to the tip of your knee. Use this
chart
to determine your seat size:
Upper Leg Length
Seat Size
Up to 16 1/2"
15" seat
Up to 18 1/2"
16" seat
Up to 20"
16 1/2" seat
Up to 21 1/2"
17" seat
Up to 23"
17 1/2" seat
Up to 23"
18" seat
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