Making a Custom Saddle Timelapse

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  • This video is a timelapse of making a custom saddle. This is the complete process from cutting the parts to completion.
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  • @SmashTactics
    @SmashTactics ปีที่แล้ว +176

    You've said on your podcast that you don't make a ton of saddle-making videos because most people can't use them (since so may people make wallets, bags, etc. instead of saddles), but I think they're fascinating. Thanks for posting.

    • @williamlushenko3196
      @williamlushenko3196 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Outstanding! I enjoyed the hell out of this video. No kidding, I wish it had been longer. That's some good quality work! 👍

    • @aysercouca643
      @aysercouca643 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      1

    • @scottpeterson4297
      @scottpeterson4297 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Beautiful!

  • @thumpershd
    @thumpershd ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I wouldn't have guessed in a million years that there were so many layers to a saddle. Outstanding craftsmanship, amazing to watch!

    • @fabiankawau3362
      @fabiankawau3362 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes Outstanding Craftsmanship 💯% 👍

  • @blueviolets2022
    @blueviolets2022 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Wow! My dad had a saddle custom made for him back in the 70s. No frills, just larger and had his initials stamped on the back. This is true craftsmanship, we need more people interested in the craftsman trades. Beautiful work. Bring back real leatherwork, real furniture making, real ironworking! Awesome!

  • @johnhull2941
    @johnhull2941 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    i have never seen a saddle being made before but i would gladly watch this man work all day all i can say is wow what an artist

  • @Automedon2
    @Automedon2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I've always thought that saddle making was the ultimate leather craft. I had no idea that some of the carving was done after the leather was already formed on the saddle. I'm kind of an emotional old man and that was so beautiful I got goosebumps.

  • @charlesvanhorn1560
    @charlesvanhorn1560 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    God Bless the American craftsman. He must have such pride after finishing the saddle. A true work of art. I never knew how much work went into the making of a saddle. Thank you for educating me.

  • @mikeboone4425
    @mikeboone4425 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This will be the crown jewel of viewership on your channel at least for me will done young man a true artist at work. Happy Trails

  • @joleary4349
    @joleary4349 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's no wonder a custom saddle cost so much. True artistry.

  • @gjanalog5675
    @gjanalog5675 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Probably takes 10 years just to learn the basics, another 10 to get proficient and another 10 years to get “ good” at it. I did not mention the essential God given artistic talent. Holy Smokes I’ve never seen such artistry!

  • @kiahcashman9355
    @kiahcashman9355 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is an absolute piece of art! Thanks for sharing

  • @562LBLegend
    @562LBLegend ปีที่แล้ว

    Wife damn near drooled on the floor when I mentioned I was watching this. Love the saddles brother, maybe one day.

  • @martinstults9419
    @martinstults9419 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wish I could work that fast and end up with something that looked that good. Fantastic.

  • @helodriver20
    @helodriver20 ปีที่แล้ว

    Customer, "can I have a custom saddle done ? Oh, and I need it in 3 days.."
    Maybe 3 months!
    Beautiful job!🐎

  • @M.U.J.O.N
    @M.U.J.O.N ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Это просто невероятная работа,снимаю шляпу!Низкий поклон мастеру👍👍👍

  • @rogerosterberger4627
    @rogerosterberger4627 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    amazing work, could watch all day

  • @Dan_Gleeballs420
    @Dan_Gleeballs420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have my own leather shop, but I just make small things. I want to learn how to make saddles even half as beautiful as this. You are a legend in my books!

  • @alandrewgibson
    @alandrewgibson ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW stunning work! I am in the U.K. and know nothing about saddles but I do know top quality when I se it and this is top quality!

  • @ephjay6t87
    @ephjay6t87 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wouldn't expect this soundtrack to this topic, but well done.
    Looking for inspiration to create my own project and I think I found it. I wish I could download the skill, but it looks like I will have to ride my own donkey like these pro's did to learn their skill. I learned a bunch, thank you.

  • @chriscook8076
    @chriscook8076 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That’s a damn good looking saddle!

  • @wiccanwarrior9
    @wiccanwarrior9 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I consider myself a good leathercrafter but this is real master craftsman work!....I feel like a hospital porter at a brain surgeon convention!

  • @MsAnnadel
    @MsAnnadel ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thank you for this. I've always wanted to see this process all the way through. Any horse would appreciated the time and effort you put in to make sure everything is perfectly balanced for their comfort. This is pure artistry and your saddles are amazing masterpieces. So much more complicated than I ever imagined, and your skiving skills are insane.

  • @beverlyreiner-baillargeon6205
    @beverlyreiner-baillargeon6205 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful saddle absolutely beautiful
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @TrebleForTheBass
    @TrebleForTheBass ปีที่แล้ว

    Don and Agar France are the true saddle masters - unbelievable skill and artistic ability

  • @johnnylgulledge6899
    @johnnylgulledge6899 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fascinating to watch this go together!

  • @pwking1115
    @pwking1115 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the video!! But as soon as it was done you showed the finished product for a few seconds and then ended it. I wanted to see the end result in detail. Would have loved to see the finished piece a lot more. You’re work is incredible brother! God bless.

  • @robertqueberg4612
    @robertqueberg4612 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Don,
    You are real craftsman. I had a couple classes of leather craft around sixty years ago. It gave me a real appreciation for the work like yours. Thank you for letting us watch you work.

  • @kobudo
    @kobudo ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t know the first thing about saddles or horses, but I know leather well enough to know that is some beautiful work. Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @62cripple
    @62cripple 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I knew a guy that made these here in New Zealand when I was a kid .He used to make the wooden frame as well , it was a hobby, I really wished I'd slowed down and learned how to do it from him...😂...

  • @timthomas9105
    @timthomas9105 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watched all the way through.

  • @caseywiley4824
    @caseywiley4824 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always appreciate watching a craftsman at work, and seeing this makes me want to go on post to talk with the Soldiers in the horse detachment!

  • @jimbarbieri2387
    @jimbarbieri2387 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That is absolutely incredible! It really hits it home just what goes into our craft! Fantastic, the trades need to do more of that kind of documentation. Nice Job!

  • @saxman7131
    @saxman7131 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was great. Especially the music.

  • @johnmcquown8393
    @johnmcquown8393 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy cow Don. All I can say is WOW! Loved the video!!!

  • @tonynet2709
    @tonynet2709 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching saddlemakers helps me understand what they do, which in turn helps me with saddle cleaning and repairs. Thanks for another great video.

  • @wesdresen9994
    @wesdresen9994 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am one of those wallet holster guys but I really enjoyed that. Thanks Don.

  • @mikecleek3964
    @mikecleek3964 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Definitely my Biggest word. Is WOW thank you so much for
    Making this video I’ve always wanted to see how a saddle is made and to see you make it I’m blessed , !!! I really enjoyed this video I’ve seen a lot of videos on leather crafting belts wallets purses, I’ve made them on and off since eighth grade lol I’m 63 now I have acquired a lot of tools , I’m a mechanic but lone working with leather, I really enjoyed watching this thanks , I’m at Nashville Tn maybe some day I can visit there!

  • @jamesmoon8947
    @jamesmoon8947 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe you should put the word MASTER, before the title, Saddle Maker. Well done THAT MAN

  • @kennethdrovdal1082
    @kennethdrovdal1082 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a talent. Bravo.

  • @edspengeman6781
    @edspengeman6781 ปีที่แล้ว

    BEAUTIFUL WORK and fast too.

  • @roncadenhead9650
    @roncadenhead9650 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Damn son. You are a fantastic artist, and that saddle is an awesome piece of art! Love it.

  • @eddyevans5465
    @eddyevans5465 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video!!! I know it would be a very long, in depth and time consuming series, but I would love to sit and watch a “step by step” saddle making video!!

  • @randyharmon280
    @randyharmon280 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd LOVE to Buy one of Your Saddles .. and I don't even own a horse !
    Your work is AMAZING !!

  • @lsuhutch9570
    @lsuhutch9570 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don, That saddle is absolutely gorgeous sir. I could watch these time lapse videos of your beautiful work, all day long.

  • @jamesbell8529
    @jamesbell8529 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never seen a shop that clean.

  • @giovannionfiani4975
    @giovannionfiani4975 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    masterpiece , you really have art in your hand

  • @CrossTimbersSon
    @CrossTimbersSon ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful Saddle! Thanks for all it took to share the whole process.
    Amazing!

  • @shanehendren4723
    @shanehendren4723 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you one of the most satisfying videos I have seen in a very long time.

  • @mr.ackermann807
    @mr.ackermann807 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always a pleasure to watch these works of art and craftsmanship come to life.

  • @cantwellron11
    @cantwellron11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unbelievable superb work dont get many western saddles in Australia mainly Aussie stock saddles very impressive CHEERS SOUTH AUSTRALIA

  • @Cobra-ky9bt
    @Cobra-ky9bt ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing. I just started to learn saddle repair this morning. I've a lot to look forward to. Can't wait to really get into making. Great video.

  • @johnearhart8811
    @johnearhart8811 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So great to watch. Really enjoyed the video.

  • @K7ZUZ
    @K7ZUZ ปีที่แล้ว

    That skiving! In my limited experience the tool he uses is the most difficult of the various skiving tools. Don here makes it look easy. Bonus: Superb blues music.

  • @kingsolomon8946
    @kingsolomon8946 ปีที่แล้ว

    This something I have wanted to see for a very long time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just wish it was not sped up and you were talking telling us what you are doing and why!!! Thank you Don !! You are a living legend!!

  • @russellwhite8890
    @russellwhite8890 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a wizard my friend….

  • @iancornock431
    @iancornock431 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow just came across this and never knew the saddle making process, i just do keepsakes,wallets, bags, etc...this blew my mind the level of craftsmanship you displayed here, couldnt take my eyes off it..kudos sir your am absolute legend.....

  • @mjenn9able
    @mjenn9able ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much for the opportunity to see this magic happen, love watching this!

  • @user-Abaec883
    @user-Abaec883 ปีที่แล้ว

    Healthy body and clarity of mind. What a wonderful hobby, beauty turned out. When I was young, I also made saddles with my father.

  • @danharrell6200
    @danharrell6200 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don I truly didn’t realize just how talented you were until I watched this video. I have learned so much watching your videos. Thanks very much, Dan

  • @TrueBlueYou
    @TrueBlueYou ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do people learn how to do these amazing crafts? I mean, this would take months if not years to learn how to do correctly. What an amazing craft, and amazing craftsmanship.

  • @duathlete827
    @duathlete827 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can say anything that hasn't already been said....WOW, what a tremendous amount of time, skill and craftmanship that you put into making a saddle. Wondering how many hours of work that required. Worth at least a hundred bucks an hour.

  • @Brad-ir7dv
    @Brad-ir7dv ปีที่แล้ว

    Had to mute it when watching. Great skills!

  • @stephenhines2795
    @stephenhines2795 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your playing great music while I’m watching you make this saddle great job

  • @louishenton3354
    @louishenton3354 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful work 👍🏿

  • @timdittmar7703
    @timdittmar7703 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Master at work!

  • @cristianomascena5663
    @cristianomascena5663 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job thank you for sharing your art . Just amazing ❤

  • @rudyardgomeas6042
    @rudyardgomeas6042 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Truly amazing work; a dying art.

  • @frankhanzlicek6550
    @frankhanzlicek6550 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Danke für den Einblick in dieses großartige Handwerk!👍

  • @jamesmcswain8120
    @jamesmcswain8120 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, what a lot of work. Cool guitar licks

  • @markb3129
    @markb3129 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sir, your saddle making is second to none. I am always amazed at your attention to detail on all your leather work. Awesome video and music.. ✌🏻

  • @HEROICRacingApparel
    @HEROICRacingApparel 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    WOW... That's exciting!

  • @TrebleForTheBass
    @TrebleForTheBass ปีที่แล้ว

    I would watch a three hour saddle video if you made one Don. We don’t have to be makers to appreciate the art !

  • @barrychivers5914
    @barrychivers5914 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your areal artist at worke keep u therxcelent work of your trade best of luck Barry

  • @normanwagner1519
    @normanwagner1519 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic Don. Thank you for making this video

  • @TexHoss1
    @TexHoss1 ปีที่แล้ว

    The high-speed DG assembly line. 1 NICE rig.

  • @sjfodor
    @sjfodor ปีที่แล้ว

    You sir, are an amazing craftsman. I could watch you build this in real time. Fine work. I suspect that glue pot diameter has grown about 50% over time. Thank you for sharing your craft.

  • @georgevangordon9728
    @georgevangordon9728 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW well that makes it pretty obvious why saddles cost so much. I didn’t have any idea how much work or materials went into making a saddle… great video

  • @tinoyb9294
    @tinoyb9294 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tour de force! Still blows my mind to see you tool on the swell. Muchas gracias!

  • @kevinorr6880
    @kevinorr6880 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very satisfying to watch. Thank you. The lasers are a great modern addition.

  • @agentjonburrows9595
    @agentjonburrows9595 ปีที่แล้ว

    We need more saddle making videos!!!!! I’m interested in the riggin part of it. I need a little more depth.

  • @stephaniespalmer
    @stephaniespalmer ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching saddles being made or any horse tack really it's fascinating

  • @billomaticles
    @billomaticles ปีที่แล้ว

    when a craft is elevated to gorgeous artistry!

  • @kippblauer5551
    @kippblauer5551 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic job. It’s like watching a painter paint a masterpiece but using leather, a couple hundred different hand tools and ability.

  • @Theimpromptulife
    @Theimpromptulife 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Glad I came across this! Very beautiful work!

  • @valeriebrincheck6034
    @valeriebrincheck6034 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m very impressed with all the time, effort and skill this art form must take ……but I am especially impressed with the amount of glue that has built up on the outside of that jar.😮

  • @kevenbeene4585
    @kevenbeene4585 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful work , sure makes me miss my days in the saddle. Still have mine but shes retired now. People have no idea what it takes to make a great saddle. Mine was custom made in 85. Still looks great but holds a lot of miles and memories.

  • @bobbyray9760
    @bobbyray9760 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You know, I don't know what I was expecting, but holy crap that's a lot of skiving haha.

  • @ladycherokee5382
    @ladycherokee5382 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that's what I'm talking about that was a pretty saddle blessings

  • @hunterstroud16
    @hunterstroud16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Heck of a video sir! True craftsmanship.

  • @terryt9042
    @terryt9042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don, just found your video page. Love your work and love how you explain every step. Just starting in leatherwork (59...wish that I had started long enough ago to be good by now). Appreciate your page...keep them coming.

  • @jamesbuchanan3439
    @jamesbuchanan3439 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THAT’S a LOT of work!! Very nice work!!

  • @leathercraft1982
    @leathercraft1982 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing craftsman skills I'm very impressed thank you for the hard work and the knowledge

  • @honda200twinstar3
    @honda200twinstar3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ya like wow ,i had no idea as to just how much work and eather it takes to make a saddle .thanks for the education guy.amazing.

  • @frankleone8695
    @frankleone8695 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing you do wonderful work

  • @lancemg76
    @lancemg76 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    😮 loved watching

  • @f19ash
    @f19ash ปีที่แล้ว

    🤯 Absolutely incredible craftsmanship

  • @sharoneverall9419
    @sharoneverall9419 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating….. just can’t believe the number of pieces and the amount of wok that goes into making one! Thank you

  • @md236
    @md236 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    such a great piece of art, hope the people will see how much it takes to create such a awesome work

  • @gabrielcortez9119
    @gabrielcortez9119 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Truly remarkable!👌

  • @alperustam9550
    @alperustam9550 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing work. 😍

  • @stevem6788
    @stevem6788 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent craftsmanship! A lot of work. I am tired just watching and some fermented rocky mountain spring water is in order. Great documentation of an artist at work. It speaks directly to the number of steps that go into a leather project.