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Chuck
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USA
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Posted - 08/18/2004 : 6:56:48 PM

The following is a general guide. This is not definitive but a general recomendation for western saddles. If you disagree, then go with what works for you.

English seat would add 3" to the western size. Aussie seat would add 2" to western size. Once again - these are general guidelines.

Women:
Saddle Seat Size (Western) 15"
Weight 105 to 150
Pant Size 6 to 10

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 16"
Weight 150 to 170
Pant Size 10 to 14

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 17"
Weight 170 to 210
Pant Size 16 to 20

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 18"
Weight 210 +
Pant Size 22 +

Men:
Saddle Seat Size (Western) 15"
Weight 130 to 160
Waste Size 29 - 34 inches

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 16"
Weight 160 to 190
Waste Size 31 - 36 inches

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 17"
Weight 190 to 230
Waste Size 38 - 42 inches

Saddle Seat Size (Western) 18"
Weight 230 +
Waste Size 42 + inches

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