Building a Western Saddle Ep 11 : Denny's Masterpiece

Welcome to the eleventh episode of our exclusive Summer of Saddles series! Join us on an incredible journey as Denny, our master saddle maker, begins crafting what may be his final masterpiece—a saddle he hopes to enter in the prestigious World Leather Debut next year.

In Episode 11 Denny continues the saddle journey blocking the seat in.

What to Expect
*Expert Tips: Denny will share invaluable tips and techniques that only a seasoned saddle maker would know.
*Behind-the-Scenes: Get an exclusive look at Denny’s workshop and his unique approach to saddle crafting.
*Interactive Q&A: Have your questions ready! Denny will be answering subscriber questions live, offering personalized advice and insights.

This episode marks the start of an 8-week journey where you'll witness the creation of a saddle destined for greatness. Whether you’re a seasoned leather worker or a curious beginner, this series is packed with knowledge, inspiration, and the joy of crafting something truly special.

How to Access
This exclusive series is available only to paid subscribers on YouTube and Twitch. Subscribe now to gain full access to all episodes, live interactions with Denny, and a treasure trove of saddle-making wisdom.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from a master and be part of Denny’s extraordinary journey to the World Leather Debut!

Subscribe today and start crafting along with us!

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:50 - Blocking in the Seat
00:01:00 - Wetting the Seat
00:05:18 - Putting the Draw Down Strap On
00:05:50 - Drawing Down the Saddle
00:08:00 - Shaping the Seat
00:11:45 - Marking Seat Screws
00:17:00 - Continuing to Shape the Saddle Seat
00:22:00 - Marking the Fork for Tooling
00:27:15 - Removing the Skirts
00:30:45 - Beveling Skirt Edges
00:34:00 - Burnishing the Skirt Edges
00:49:00 - Prepping Stirrup leathers
00:52:23 - Tracing & Cutting Stirrup Ends
00:54:48 - Beveling the Stirrup Straps
00:59:00 - Burnishing the Stirrup Edges
01:06:00 - Marking the Stirrup Leather Holes
01:09:00 - Punching the Stirrup Leather Holes