Saddlery ; and, Harness-making
1962, First Edition. London : J.A. Allen. Very good cloth library copy in a very good if slightly edge-nicked and dust-toned dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Light foxing to edges and prelims; some library marks remain. A well-preserved example overall; internally strong and clean. Item #477609
Physical description; 160, 160 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm. Notes; Reprint of two works previously published separately (London : Cassell, 1904). Includes indexes. Contents; Gentleman's riding saddle – Panel for gentleman's saddle – Ladies' side saddles – Children's saddles or pilches – Saddle cruppers, breastplates, and other accessories – Riding bridles – Breaking-down tackle – Head collars – Horse clothing – Knee-caps and miscellaneous articles – Repairing harness and saddlery – Re-lining collars and saddles – Whips, hunting crops, etc. – Set of gig harness. Subjects; Saddlery – 20th century. Harness making and trade – 20th century. Leatherwork.
Price: €10.95