CHOOSE from the NEW Decker Pack Trees...Either the Classic (rounded) or the Modified (Squared). The Classic tree is ideal for mantied loads and using panniers with Decker hooks. The Modified tree was designed for used with pannier straps, similiar to a sawbuck
You won't find a better Decker pack saddle anywhere - packers who have used OS Deckers won't have anything else. The bars are shaped in the classic O.P. Robinette style and fit most average horses and mules.
A one by four pine bar on each side of the half-breed spreads the weight of the packs across the pack animal's ribs.
The Classic half-breed is made from 24 oz. canvas, reinforced with top-quality latigo leather and stuffed with one inch of Duratex synthetic padding to help absorb the pressure of the load.
There are always ways to improve a product; however, we have found nothing better for the rigging than leather. We handpick from the very best available, Hermann Oak Old World Harness leather. The breast collar and the breeching are rolled to prevent soring or chafing.
The hardware in our saddles is solid brass, chrome-plated, with the exception of the rigging rings and breeching dees, which are nickel-plated steel for strength. We provide roller buckles for adjustment on the quarter straps and our conway buckles are always 1/8 inch bigger than our straps for easy adjustment.
The saddles are sold ready to pack with two latigos and a 100% Mohair pack cinch (specify cinch length, 24" - 32").
