Traditional Sawbuck Pack Saddle for Horses & Mules – Blue Creek Outfitting

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This traditional sawbuck pack saddle is built for horse packers who value simple, dependable equipment that performs in real backcountry conditions. Made with a solid hickory wood frame and quality leatherwork, it provides a stable, balanced platform for packing loads over long distances.

One-of-a-kind craftsmanship on this hickory wood sawbuck pack saddle with beautiful leatherwork. With a spread of 11 to 12 inches, it fits most horses and provides a solid, traditional packing setup.

While adjustable plastic pack saddles have become popular, the sawbuck still has an important place among experienced horse packers who prefer its simplicity, balance, and reliability in the backcountry.

Available as a complete rigged system or individual components including breeching and breast collar, allowing you to build the setup that suits your packing style.

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A proper pack saddle is the foundation of your entire packing system. When combined with our pads, liners, lash ropes, and cinches, this saddle creates a complete, dependable setup for backcountry travel.

Ideal for outfitters, hunters, and serious packers who rely on their gear every day in the mountains.

The sawbuck pack saddle has been used for generations because of its simple design, strength, and ability to carry balanced loads in rough terrain.