Bob Ray Saddles
Carolyn finally got her replacement
after being without a saddle for quite a while,
she chose the weatherly tree for a little bit higher wither clearance,
as her taste in horseflesh usually has some thoroughbred influence.
Carolyn's favorite Bob Ray floral style is this daisy,
Bob threw in the silhouette's of a horsewoman
(and her dog, see the rear cinch billet).
Mike "Tapadero" Vatalaro of Tap's Bit and Spur Shop did an excellent job
with the custom silver conches and buckle sets.
Monel covered stirrups by Weber Stirrups of course.
click on any picture below to see more of Carolyn's Weatherly
Ray Ray A. is the lucky owner of this new saddle.
A full flower carved Wade, note the seat is "inset" into the swell.
The small cheyenne roll is a common addition to many Bob Ray saddles.
Ray finished it off with 41/2" monel covered bell stirrups,
with wedges and cleats.
They left town today for a late fall gather.
Click below to see more of the 2009 Trappings Saddle
The Elko Cowboy Poetry Gathering celebrates its 25th year in 2009.
As a past exhibitor in the Western Folklife Center gear show,
Bob was especially pleased to participate this year.
Between Grass and Sky: Trappings of a Ranch Life
showcases some of the regions finest contemporary Saddlemakers and Bitmakers
Bob's entry is this floral carved, single rigged weatherly with 26" tapaderos.
The silver conches and buckle sets were made by Erine Marsh.
more of the Ray Ray's Wade
This Saddle is available FOR SALE! Call Bob 435-477-3698
This Saddle is also available FOR SALE! Call Bob 435-477-3698
