Jim Hosse

Cowboying for 32 years on the big cow outfits in Nevada, California, and Oregon, I have fitted multiple saddles on many different types of horse’s backs keeping them sound throughout their working lives. I came to the saddle industry with a deep understanding of quality working saddles and fitting horses to keep a positive partnership between horse and rider.
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No matter how many hours you spend in the saddle, be it arena work, long trail rides, or working cattle, optimum performance will be realized through a great fit for both you and your horse. I bring my lifelong practical experience to every horse and rider pair I work with to set them up for success.

Geographic Area Serviced: South San Francisco Bay Area

Area of Expertise: I have built custom saddles for past 30 years for the working Cowboy (used for over 100 hours week) to pleasure saddles (used only a few hours a week). I prioritize the comfort of the horse and rider team while adding elements of style with oak leaf, floral, or basket weave tooling to your custom build. Using your horse's measurements, I construct your saddle to your specifications.

Types of Horses: All