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Advanced Western Saddle Making, Volume 1 by Robin Yates: paperback, 76 pp. Covers different styles, gullet and cantle lacing, different rigging and more. Add to Cart	$21.50	$2.85
All the Pretty Saddles by Nick Pernokas: paperback, 68 pp. Handy reference tool for buyers of new and used saddles written by a professional saddle maker. Now you know what to look for! Lots of sound advice. Add to Cart	$18.00	$3.00
Art of the Boot by Tyler Beard, photographs by Jim Arndt: soft cover, 160 pp. Elegant presentation throughout. Intense focus on the boot makers’ craft. Lots of great background notes on the different boot makers included. Add to Cart	$24.95	$4.00
Art of the Western Saddle, The by Bill Reynolds: hard cover, 160 pp. Highlights the work of great traditional and contemporary saddle makers. Many fine examples of silver and gold overlay. Over 300 photos Add to Cart	$52.00	$8.00
Basics of Saddle Fit, The New title by Pete Gorrell. A guide to understanding the relationship between the saddle tree and the horse’s back. For saddle makers and anyone who rides. Very practical. Add to Cart	$21.95	$2.85
Braiding Fine Leather: Techniques of the Australian Whipmakers NEW BOOK by David W. Morgan \| For beginner/intermediate. Flat and round braiding–4, 6, 8 strand. 7 projects. Clear step-by-step instructions. 148 pp. 148 pp. Add to Cart	$19.95	$2.85
Braiding Rawhide Horse Tack by Robert L. Woolery: paperback, 124 pp. An instruction manual for the novice worker in rawhide. Unlike many other works, this book assumes no previous knowledge or experience Add to Cart	$9.95	$2.85
Business of Saddlemaking, The by Pete Gorrell: paperback, 58 pp. Includes: pricing; retail vs. wholesale; figuring cost; market strategy; work sheets. Add to Cart	$12.50	$2.50
Cowboy Bits and Spurs by Joice I. Overton: hard cover, 160 pp. This book successfully combines “Working Cowboy” knowledge with “Cowboy Collectibles,” describing the actual usage, background, and value of cowboy bits and spurs, along with many other accessories. Add to Cart	$39.95	$3.50
Cowboy Boot, The by David R. Stoecklein: hard cover, 170 pp. Color throughout. There’s a little history and a lot of great pictures. Great section on “Pee Wee” boots. Quite a few photos of pretty women wearing pretty boots. Very easy on the eye. Special section on “Working Boots of Today” and “Going to Town Boots.” Add to Cart	$35.00	$4.50
Cowboy Boots by Tyler Beard with photos by Jim Arndt: paperback, 320 pp. By the same duo that did the original Cowboy Boot Book and then Art of the Boot. This effort is every bit as good. A must for boot collectors & boot lovers. Note: This book measures 6” x 6”. 500 color photos. Add to Cart	$15.95	$3.50
Cowboy Collectibles & Western Memorabilia with Revised Price Guide by Robert W.D. Ball and Ed Vebell: soft cover, 157 pp. Color throughout. Find artifacts essential to life in the Old West. Cover rifles, pistols, saddles, clothing, boots, hats and gun rigs. A wonderful book that makes the era come alive! Add to Cart	$29.95	$3.00
Dictionary of Leatherworking Tools c. 1700-1950 and the Tools of the Allied Trades by R. A. Salaman: paperback, 350+ pp. Useful information for harness and saddlemakers, shoe and boot makers, hat and glove makers, book binders and more. The most complete leather-working tool reference available. Add to Cart	$37.50	$3.85
Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work by Raoul Graumont and John Hensel, 4th edition, hard cover, 689 pp. This is the reference for any and all knots that have ever been tied on land or sea. Splicing also discussed. Add to Cart	$39.95	$4.50
Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding by Bruce Grant, hard cover, 528 pp. Dozens and dozens of braids illustrated and described. Step-by-step explanation for each entry. If you could have only book on braiding, this would have to be it. Great for both reference work as well as instruction. Heavily influenced by Argentine braiders and their techniques. Add to Cart	$29.95	$3.50
English Saddle Repair • Disassembling the Saddle • Replacing Billets • Fixing a Broken Tree • Sewing on Panels • And More Repairs You Can Do • 52 pp. Add to Cart	$21.50	$2.85
Fine Art of the West This is one of those hefty coffee table books that is not simply loaded with gorgeous pictures of all things Western such as saddles, silver, boots, holsters, pistols, hats, and spurs. Rather, each picture has been chosen with a lot of thought and often depicts an unique historical development or an example of unusual workmanship. The many photographs are accompanied by thoughtful commentary and solid historical research that make the craftsmen and the products they created very present to the reader whether he or she is a rank amateur, veteran leather worker, or just an interested reader. Many historically important saddle makers, bit makers, boot makers, etc. are covered in some detail. 270 illustrations. 10 3/8” x 12 ¼”. Add to Cart	$75.00	$6.50
Floral Pattern Drawing for the Artistically Impared A systematic approach to developing patterns for western floral carving. How to: layout your design, draw flowers and leaves, develop your own floral patterns, numerous design ideas and more. Plus: 8 pages of flowers and leaves to be used. By Pete Gorrell - Academy of Western Artists Saddle Maker of the Year 2000 and Al Stohlman Award Recipient 2007. Add to Cart	$18.95	$2.85
Halter Making: A Step-by-Step Guide 16pp. booklet which gives detailed, step-by-step instruction on how to make two styles of a horse halter. Instructions for both flat throat latch and a rounded throat latch. There are also size charts for making a pony, yearling, cob, horse, and stallion size halter. Specs for both styles of halters are given. Add to Cart	$16.50	$2.00
Harness Making: A Step-by-Step Guide Interesting from the standpoint of the history of harness and carriages as well as his knowledge of tools, techniques, and the varied tpes of harness and horses. Not intended for the noviec, the author does nevertheless give many detials that the average leather craftsman will find useful. Hard Cover, 266 pp. Add to Cart	$65.00	$3.50
Horses, Hitches and Rocky Trails by Joe Back: paperback, 117 pp. This slender volume is referred to by experienced horsepeople as “The Packers Bible.” It is a gem! Simply the best and most practical How-to book on packing that is available. Add to Cart	$10.95	$2.65
How to Establish Prices for the Saddlemaker or Leather Worker by Robert G. Brenner: paperback, 68 pp. The best pricing information available for the leatherworker. It answers all the questions you ever had about your business. This is the real thing and will help any craftsman to be a better businessperson. Add to Cart	$39.95	$3.00
How to Make Cowboy Horse Gear by Bruce Grant, author of Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding. Also conatins apx. 42 pp. section by Lee M. Rice entitled "How to Make a Western Saddle". Paperback. 186 pp. For beginning rawhide braiders. Covers making a Turk's Head, rawhide bosal, braided hackamore, reins, headstall, romal, quirt, honda, hobbles, decorative braided knots, and more Add to Cart	$12.95	$2.25
How to Make Whips by Ron Edwards: hard cover, 166 pp. Contains detailed instructions on making everything from a basic 8-strand whip to bullwhips, snake whips, and whips made from precut lace. Includes instructions on plaiting names in whips & using plaiting designs for whip handles. Add to Cart	$24.95	$3.25
Leather Braiding by Bruce Grant: paperback, 191 pp. The definitive book in its field. Contains detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of incidental, fascinating information. Add to Cart	$9.95	$2.85
Leather Facts: How to Better Evaluate & Buy Leather Discusses different types of tannages, hide/leather terminology, selecting harness leather, grading leather, chrome vs veg tanned leather, latigo, and more. Handy reference. 20 pp. Add to Cart	$11.50	$1.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume I Installing Strings on a Western Saddle • Replacing the Wool on a Western Saddle, Part One • Replacing the Wool on a Western Saddle, Part Two • Replacing Western Stirrup Leathers, Part One • Replacing Western Stirrup Leathers, Part Two • More Tips & Tricks for Replacing Western Stirrup Leathers • 48 pp. Add to Cart	$21.50	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume II Western Saddle Repairs: Spring Cleaning • More Western Saddle Repairs • Making an Old Fashioned Western Bridle • Making Tapaderos: Different Styles & Sizes • More Tapaderos • Repairing a Western Saddle Horn • 64 pp. Add to Cart	$22.50	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume III Making a Carpenter’s Apron, Part One • Making a Carpenter’s Apron, Part Two • Making a Farrier’s Apron • Making a Custom Tool Pouch • Making a Walkie Talkie Case • 48 pp. Add to Cart	$19.50	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume IV Making a Pistol Holder • Making a Western Gun Belt • Making Shell Loops • Making a Detachable Shell Carrier • Making an Adjustable Rifle Sling with Shell Pouch • 44 pp. Add to Cart	$17.00	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume V How to Make Rounds • Making a Rounded Throat Latch • Making a Mule Riding Bridle • Making a “Brollar” • Making a Team Breast Collar • Fast Facts • 56 pp. Add to Cart	$22.00	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume VI Collars, Couplers & Leashes, Part One • Collars, Couplers & Leashes, Part Two • Installing Spikes & Spots • Making Dog Harness • Making Dog Tracking Harness • Making a Dog Muzzle • 44 pp. Add to Cart	$19.50	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume VII Making a Leather Log Box • Making Leather Pockets for Billiard Table • Repairing a Leather Gun Case: New Straps & Handle • Replacing Trunk Handles • Rerigging a McClellan Saddle • 44 pp. Add to Cart	$19.50	$2.85
Leather Projects You Can Do, Volume VIII Making a Possible Bag for Black Powder Shooting • Restringing Bells • Making Leather Suspenders • Making Cow Hobbles • Making Horse Hobbles • Making a Knife Sheath • Making a Double Bit Axe Sheath • Making a Single Bit Axe Sheath • 56 pp. Add to Cart	$22.00	$2.85
Leather Tooling & Carving by Chris H. Groneman, soft cover, 111 pp. with 148 photos and diagrams. This book was originally published in 1950 and has a very dated look in the way it’s organized as well as in the types of projects and styles of carving that are presented. However, with that said, there maybe forgotten ideas, techniques, and patterns that someone who stamps and carves leather would be happy to rediscover. Has the look of a classic. Add to Cart	$11.95	$2.85
Leatherworking Handbook, The by Valeri Michael: paperback, 120 pp. Great for most any leatherworker. Total of 10 projects from simple to advanced complete with instructions and patterns. Also gives some background and theory of leatherworking and discusses tools, techniques and construction methods. Add to Cart	$19.95	$2.85
Making a Halter/Bridle: A Step-by-Step Guide Complete instructions for making a halter/bridle for 900-1,100 lbs. horse and cob. Includes "Short Recipes" for quick reference. 36 pp. Add to Cart	$16.00	$2.25
Making Harness: A Step-by-Step Guide by Lewis G. Martin & Daniel S. Preston. Soft cover, 480 pp. Over 900 photos, diagrams and patterns • Single Driving: Three sizes • Double Driving: Three sizes • Single Draft Driving: One size • Single Pony Driving: Two sizes • Team Farm Harness: Two sizes (front gear) • Single & Team Mule Harness • “Short Recipes” for experienced leather workers • Detailed instruction for six different styles of harness in eight different sizes. Add to Cart	$58.00	$5.50
Packing Iron: Gunleather of the Frontier West by Richard Rattenbury: hard cover, 219 pp. This is the authoritative reference for the holsters, gun rigs, and rifle scabbards made in the Old West. 300 stunning color photos. Great “idea book” for both you and your customers. Add to Cart	$45.00	$6.50
Restoring Vintage Western Saddles by Alain Eon. Alain's book is 64 pages and is color throughout. Chapters include: "The Major Steps in the Restoration of an Old Saddle", "Restoration, Step By Step," "Display of Restored Saddles," "Before & After Restoratioin of an Old Saddle," and "Various Repairs." Numerous examples of stunning old Western saddles make by the likes of Main & Winchester, Fred Mueller, Hamley & Co., and others. Add to Cart	$45.00	$3.00
Saddles by Russell H. Beatie, hard cover, 391 pp. This is quite an eclectic and interesting collection of information about saddles of all types, past and present. The history and development of each part of the saddle is discussed. Evolution of saddles is traced from prehistoric times to present. Sidesaddles also featured along with English saddles and American Cavalry saddle. Photographs are generally poor quality but are plentiful and depict some very interesting and unique historical saddles and other riding accessories. Add to Cart	$75.00	$4.50
Saddles of the West � History, Art, Culture, Function by David R. Stoecklein, 167 pp. Hard cover. Color. This book serves up a hardy helping of the best of Western saddkle makers and their saddles both past and present. Should be of interest to saddle makes, their customers as well as connoisseurs of the saddle maker’s art. Brief bios accompany pictures. Also includes a saddle company directory. Add to Cart	$35.00	$2.25
Sheridan Style Carving by Bill Garner and Clinton Fay: paperback, 136+ pp. This is a book by carvers for carvers and leatherworkers who appreciate world-class craftsmanship. Readers are taken step-by-step through the process of laying out and tooling the intricate patterns of the famous Sheridan style. Add to Cart	$35.00	$2.85
Shoe Repairs That You Can Do Resoling Rocky Mountain Boots • Installing Lifts in a Woman’s Sneaker • Rebuilding Birkenstock Sandals • Resoling an Allen Edmunds Men’s Dress Shoe • Making Your Repair Shop Successful • Half Soles & Heels for a Western Boot • Repairing Worn Heels Resoling Running Shoes • Potions & Lotions • Rocky Mountain Boots Revisited: New Soles and Mid-soles • Installing a Three-Quarter Wedge into Sandals • 52 pp. Add to Cart	$22.50	$2.25
To Handmake a Saddle by J.H.L. Shields: paperback, 80 pp. Probably the best book on the market for craftspeople wanting to learn how to build or repair an English Saddle. Add to Cart	$14.95	$2.65
United States Military Saddles by Randy Steffen: paperback, 158 pp. Traces the development of the McClellan saddle. Covers all models and variations. Great reference book. Add to Cart	$24.95	$3.50
Western Saddle Making by Robin Yates: paperback, 60 pp. Step-by-step instructions for how to make a Western Saddle. Includes instructions and descriptions of tools, cutting, rigging and much more Add to Cart	$21.50	$2.85
Wheels Across America: Carriage Art & Craftsmanship Vol. 1 by Daniel D. Hutchins. Contains historical accounts of manufacturers, agents, jobbers, and dealers of horse drawn vehicles. Also references to related trades such as blacksmiths, wheelwrights, trimmers, and painters. 5,000 listings. Lovely colored reprints of advertisements from different makers of driving vehicles. Hardcover. 272 pp. Add to Cart	$19.00	$3.95
Whips and Whipmaking by David W. Morgan: paperback, 132 pp. An illuminating exposition of the uses as well as the construction and design of whips. This book revives an aspect of our technological and social history that had fallen into neglect. Add to Cart	$19.95	$3.00

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Proleptic, Inc. specializing in providing information to manufacturers of leather products, leather working professionals, and retailers of equestrian products. Additionally, we carry manuals for a diverse assortment of commercial sewing machines (harness and saddle stitchers) such as Adler, Ferdco, Ferdinand, Campbell, Randall, Union Lock, Juki, Champion, Singer, Consew, and Landis. Available for purchase are leatherworking books, leatherworking tools, and thermal tools. We publish a monthly trade magazine, Shop Talk!, as well as the New Big Book, an annual buyer's guide.