06/25/2026
✨ FOR SALE ✨
A rare piece of Northern California saddle-making history has just hit the floor at To The Ranch and Back.
Custom handcrafted by Dick Swanson of Butte Valley Saddle Co. in Dorris, California, this beautiful 16” saddle showcases exceptional floral tooling and craftsmanship from a respected but hard-to-find maker.
Originally built for a customer named “Mike,” whose name is featured in sterling silver on the cantle, this saddle has recently been professionally cleaned, conditioned, and thoroughly inspected. It is in remarkable condition and ready for many more years of use.
The sterling silver alone has an estimated value of approximately $1,800, making this saddle appealing not only to riders, but also to collectors of fine Western craftsmanship.
Whether you’re looking for a quality using saddle, a showpiece for your ranch, lodge, or home, or a collectible example of California saddle-making tradition, this is a special find.
✔ Custom Dick Swanson Saddle
✔ Butte Valley Saddle Co. – Dorris, CA
✔ 16” Seat
✔ Professionally Cleaned & Conditioned
✔ Sterling Silver Trim (Approx. $1,800 Value)
✔ Excellent Condition
✔ Ready to Ride or Display
💲 $3,800
Available now at To The Ranch and Back in Santa Ynez.
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🤠 Some saddles are equipment. Others are pieces of Western history.
