Things You'll Need
- Saddle
- Saddle stand
- Measuring tape
Instructions
English Saddle
Place the saddle on a sturdy saddle stand. It is always easier to measure the seat with the saddle sitting on a firm surface.
Locate the small silver circle near the front of the saddle. There is one of these circles on both sides of the saddle--you can use either one to begin the measuring.
Place the end of the measuring tape over the silver circle, then extend it to the back of the seat. Note the measurement on the tape--this is the size of the saddle seat.
Western Saddle
Sit the saddle on a sturdy saddle stand. It can be difficult to measure the seat accurately if it is not on a solid stand.
Place the measuring tape just behind the saddle horn. Extend the tape measure to the back of the cantle. The cantle is the back of the saddle seat.
Note the reading on the tape measure. This is the seat size of the saddle.