South Texas Tack Half Natural Slick Out Half Waffle Tool Cutting Saddle
The South Texas Tack Half Natural Slick Out Half Waffle Tool Cutting Saddle combines a clean natural slick-out finish with traditional waffle tooling to create a distinctive Western cutting saddle. Built on the STT Cutter Tree, this saddle is designed for riders looking for a balanced cutting-saddle profile with classic Western craftsmanship.
The saddle features a half natural slick-out and half waffle-tool design, with an 8.5-inch swell, 3-inch cantle, 6 3/4-inch gullet, and 13 1/2-inch bar spread. It comes with an off billet, tie strap, back cinch, and Nettles 2-inch all-purpose wood stirrups. The STT Cutter Tree is backed by a 10-year warranty.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | South Texas Tack |
| Model | Half Natural Slick Out Half Waffle Tool Cutting Saddle |
| Product Code | STTC182315 |
| Saddle Type | Cutting Saddle |
| Leather Design | Half Natural Slick Out / Half Waffle Tool |
| Color | Natural |
| Tree | STT Cutter Tree |
| Tree Warranty | 10 Years |
| Seat Sizes | 15″, 15.5″, 16″, 16.5″ |
| Gullet | 6 3/4″ |
| Bar Spread | 13 1/2″ |
| Swell Height | 8.5″ |
| Cantle | 3″ |
| Stirrups | Nettles 2″ All-Purpose Wood Stirrups |
| Included Equipment | Off billet, tie strap, back cinch and stirrups |
| Listed Price | $3,495 |
Specifications are based on the current South Texas Tack product listing.
Product Overview
This South Texas Tack cutting saddle features a two-part leather design combining natural slick-out leather with waffle tooling. The contrasting finishes create a distinctive appearance while retaining the traditional character associated with Western cutting saddles.
The saddle is built on the STT Cutter Tree and provides the published dimensions of a 6 3/4″ gullet, 13 1/2″ bar spread, 8.5″ swell, and 3″ cantle.
Key Features
- Half natural slick-out leather
- Half waffle tooling
- STT Cutter Tree
- 10-year tree warranty
- Natural leather finish
- 6 3/4″ gullet
- 13 1/2″ bar spread
- 8.5″ swell height
- 3″ cantle
- Nettles 2″ all-purpose wood stirrups
- Off billet
- Tie strap
- Back cinch
- Available in 15″–16.5″ seat sizes
Half Slick Out and Waffle Tool Design
The half natural slick-out and half waffle-tool construction gives this saddle a strong visual contrast. The smooth natural slick-out section creates a clean Western appearance, while the waffle tooling adds decorative texture and traditional saddle craftsmanship.
South Texas Tack notes that concho styles can vary with each saddle and that leather color shades can vary naturally because of the individual character of leather.
STT Cutter Tree
The saddle is constructed on an STT Cutter Tree with a published 6 3/4″ gullet and 13 1/2″ bar spread. The tree carries a 10-year warranty, adding long-term support to the saddle’s construction.
Cutting Saddle Design
The 8.5-inch swell and 3-inch cantle contribute to the saddle’s cutting-oriented profile. Combined with the STT Cutter Tree, the configuration is designed around the requirements of Western cutting and working-cowhorse riding.
Included Equipment
The saddle comes with:
- Off billet
- Tie strap
- Back cinch
- Nettles 2″ all-purpose wood stirrups
The stirrups are attached to the saddle, according to the current listing.
Available Seat Sizes
The current product listing offers:
- 15″
- 15.5″
- 16″
- 16.5″
Select the appropriate seat size based on the rider’s measurements and preferred fit.
Short Description
- Brand: South Texas Tack
- Model: Half Natural Slick Out Half Waffle Tool Cutting Saddle
- Product Code: STTC182315
- Type: Western cutting saddle
- Design: Half natural slick out / half waffle tool
- Color: Natural
- Tree: STT Cutter Tree
- Gullet: 6 3/4″
- Bar Spread: 13 1/2″
- Swell: 8.5″
- Cantle: 3″
- Seat Sizes: 15″, 15.5″, 16″, 16.5″
- Stirrups: Nettles 2″ all-purpose wood
- Includes: Off billet, tie strap and back cinch
- Tree Warranty: 10 years
- Listed Price: $3,495
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