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06-27-2008, 11:45 AM
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I just bought my first brand squeakin' new western saddle and I was wondering what you guys do to help break in your new saddles. Should I oil it? Condition? Leave it alone?
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06-27-2008, 11:47 AM
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Just use it. I leave my alone as long as possible. If its light colored be careful what you use on it, it might darken it.
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06-27-2008, 12:02 PM
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Put corn starch or baby powder between the skirts to reduce the squeaking. I like to oil my new saddles thoroughly, but I was an English rider to start with and we like our leather nice and pliable  .
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