Weaver Leather Saddle Blanket, Assorted

An assorted-color Weaver Leather saddle blanket in simple weave, measuring 30 x 60 in. Hand wash in cold water and hang or lay flat to dry.

A simple-weave blanket

This Weaver Leather model is a simple-weave saddle blanket measuring 30 x 60 inches. Its rectangular cut sits beneath a saddle, with fabric extending around the saddle skirt. Compare the blanket’s footprint with the tack you already use before choosing it. The stated measurements are useful when replacing a worn blanket, but they do not establish that every saddle shape will sit the same way.

Set it on a clean back

Brush loose dirt and dried mud from the horse’s saddle area first. Set the blanket forward over the withers, then slide it back to smooth the coat in its natural direction. Center the fabric and flatten folds before placing the saddle. Check that the blanket has not twisted when the cinch is tightened. Grit trapped under a loaded saddle can rub repeatedly as the horse moves, so start with a clean surface.

Check the saddle after adding the blanket

After setting the saddle, look for even coverage and room over the withers. Keep the saddle centered rather than pulling it sideways to line up a blanket edge. A blanket that bunches under the skirt can create a pressure point; one that is too small may leave part of the saddle directly against the horse. Walk a few steps and recheck the position before riding off. A blanket cannot correct a saddle that rocks, bridges or leaves recurring sore areas. Have persistent fit problems assessed instead of adding layers automatically.

Wash and dry it carefully

Hand wash this blanket in cold water. Hang it to dry or lay it flat on a clean surface, then make sure it is fully dry before storage. After each ride, inspect both sides for burrs or debris caught in the weave and remove them before the next use. Keep the blanket dry between rides. Its simple care routine suits owners who can wash tack by hand and let it air dry rather than putting it through a machine cycle.

Good to know

The assortment includes colors intended to coordinate with show outfits and suit different horses. The product photo shows examples of the color range, not a guarantee for the individual unit. The retail unit is one blanket. A single layer cannot compensate for a saddle that needs fitting or adjustment.

Product analysis

Brand: Weaver Leather. Model: 35-1639. Retail UPC: 000399618213. Retail unit: one saddle blanket. Construction: simple weave. Dimensions: 30 x 60 in. Color: assorted; exact color is not selected. Care: hand wash in cold water; hang to dry or lay flat.

Directions for use

• Brush dirt from the horse’s saddle area before placing the blanket.
• Set the blanket forward over the withers and slide it back into position. Center it and smooth it flat without folds.
• Place the saddle and check even coverage and wither clearance before tightening the cinch.
• Hand wash in cold water. Hang to dry or lay flat on a clean surface.