Selling Saddles & Western Tack To Pawn Shops: Learn Which Saddles Pawn Shops Buy

Many pawn shops buy saddles and western tack. Pawn shops will often offer $50 up to several thousand dollars for good quality saddles and western tack. Many factors go into the valuation of saddles and western tack - we will cover those items in this post. The value of a horse saddle is determined by its quality, condition, and the materials used to make it. Pawn shops will generally give you 20% to 60% of a saddle’s resale value (we recommend this post to learn how to determine your item’s resale value: Figuring out your item’s worth).

We recommend that you use Pawn Shop Map’s tool to find pawn shops near you and contact the pawn shop to verify that they are interested in saddles and western tack before you visit with your item. Not all pawn shops may buy saddles and western tack.

Pawnbrokers make offers for saddles and western tack based on the criteria below. We recommend cleaning your saddle and western tack before bringing it in. Spending time preparing your item can increase the offer you get from the pawn shop.

• Quality: High-quality and handcrafted saddles with superior craftsmanship can be worth more than mass-produced saddles.
• Condition: Saddles that are in good condition with minimal wear and tear are more valuable than those that are in poor condition.
• Material: Different materials offer different levels of comfort and durability. High-quality leather will command a premium offer at pawn shops.
• Weight: Heavier saddles can be more durable, but lighter ones can be easier to move around.
• Brand: Certain brands of saddles are more sought after than others, and can command higher prices. Common brands of saddles that pawn shops accept include:
  • Wintec
  • Passier
  • Pessoa
  • Bates
  • Thorowgood
• Rarity: Limited edition or rare saddles can be worth more than more common models.

Types Of Saddles & Western Tack That Pawn Shops Buy

All images below are from Hayneedle.com.

English Saddles

English saddles are designed for riding horses used in English riding disciplines such as dressage, show jumping, and eventing. They feature a flatter seat, lower cantle, and smaller pommel than western saddles. The pommel is often used for mounting and dismounting.

Australian Saddles

Australian saddles are designed for riding in an Australian style and are used in polo, camp drafting, and stock work. They are lightweight and have a deep seat, a high cantle, and a horn. The stirrups are positioned further away from the horse, allowing the rider to have a longer leg position.

Endurance Saddles

Endurance saddles are designed for long-distance riding. They feature a deep seat, a high cantle, and large pommel to provide the rider with a secure seat. The horn is often used for dallying a rope when needed.

Trail Saddles

Trail saddles are designed for riding horses used in trail riding. They feature a deep seat, high cantle, and wide swell that provide the rider with a secure seat. The horn is often used for dallying a rope when needed.

Cutting Saddles

Cutting saddles are designed for riding horses used in cutting competitions. They feature a deep seat, high cantle, and wide swell that provide the rider with a secure seat. The horn is often used for dallying a rope when needed.

Racing Saddles

Racing saddles are designed for riding horses used in racing. They feature a deep seat, high cantle, and wide swell that provide the rider with a secure seat. The horn is often used for dallying a rope when needed.

Show Saddles

Show saddles are designed for riding horses used in show jumping and dressage. They feature a flatter seat, lower cantle, and smaller pommel than western saddles. The pommel is often used for mounting and dismounting.

Western Saddle

The western saddle is designed to provide a secure seat for the rider, while also allowing freedom of movement for the horse. It has a deep seat, high cantle, and wide stirrups. The horn is usually shorter than that of an English saddle, and the tree is usually wider.

Western Bridle

The western bridle is designed to provide control of the horse without causing discomfort. It typically consists of a headstall, bit, reins, and a curb chain. The headstall is usually made of leather and has buckles for adjusting the fit. The bit is usually a snaffle or curb bit, and the reins are usually made of leather or nylon.

Western Reins

Western reins are designed to provide control of the horse without causing discomfort. They are usually made of leather or nylon and have a buckle for adjusting the fit. The reins are usually attached to the bit with a leather or nylon strap.

Western Breast Collar

The western breast collar is designed to provide support to the saddle and keep it in place. It is usually made of leather and has buckles for adjusting the fit.

Western Cinch

The western cinch is designed to provide support to the saddle and keep it in place. It is usually made of leather and has buckles for adjusting the fit. The cinch is usually attached to the saddle with a leather or nylon strap.

Western Stirrups

Western stirrups are designed to provide support and stability for the rider. They are usually made of metal and have buckles for adjusting the fit. The stirrups are usually attached to the saddle with a leather or nylon strap.

Cleaning Your Saddle

We recommend cleaning your saddle before bringing it to a pawn shop. Spending time upfront cleaning your item can increase its value by 10% or more. Follow the steps below to clean your saddle.

1. Start by removing the saddle from the horse and placing it on a flat surface.
2. Use a damp cloth to wipe away any dirt or debris from the saddle.
3. Use a soft brush to remove any dried mud or dirt from the saddle.
4. Apply a leather cleaner or saddle soap to the saddle and use a soft cloth to work it into the leather.
5. Allow the saddle to dry completely before applying a leather conditioner.
6. Use a soft cloth to apply the conditioner to the saddle and allow it to soak in.
7. Use a clean cloth to buff the saddle and restore its shine.