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Antique saddle

Description Antique saddle. Unknown if this is German or Navajo. The patterns suggest it is a Heiser-Denver saddle, but there are no markings to be seen to that effect. There is a number "908" marked on it (left front skirt), which is the only identifiable marking other than the swastikas or "rolling-log patterns," which I count as 10.
Category Militaria
Medium Leather, silver
Distinguishing marks Swastika, "908"
Condition Poor
Date Period World War 2, or could be Navajo ??
Weight Approx 35 lbs
History Unknown
Price Paid (If known) Unknown. Friend had for very long time in storage.
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taylor_sherry 🌱 Newbie 15 years ago

Additional fact: Just spoke with most recent buyer. Original owner was a "Vogelpohl" from Germany.
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Anonymous (not verified) 🌱 Newbie 15 years ago

Did you find out any history about your saddle? I have one identical to your picture.

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Anonymous (not verified) 🌱 Newbie 15 years ago

Did you find out any history on this saddle. We have an indentical. Marla

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Anonymous (not verified) 🌱 Newbie 15 years ago

Yes, In talking with Lyle Henderson, saddle maker out of Kearney, NE. He says it is definitely not German. Germans used English style saddles. This could be Canadian Calvery or could be American Indian, etc. Several tribes used this as a symbol for luck before it got a "bad name." I only asked him about it and need to take it over there for him to see, which I have not done yet. I will update once I can get it over there.

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