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SADDLERY. 



and 135 with each other. The fact of the bars being flexible, 

 facilitates the automatic adjustment of the rider's weight. 

 This tree is known in England as the Keith-Fraser saddle- 

 tree, because the late general of that name introduced it into 

 this country, and made some improvements in it. Its great 

 weight (about 8 Ibs.), is an objection to its use. 



NOLAN'S SADDLE. 

 In this saddle, the panel, flaps, girth straps and sweat flaps 



Fig. 136. Nolan's Saddle. 



are removed. This stripped tree may be placed on a thick 

 felt saddle-cloth (Fig 136), in which pockets are made for 

 the reception of the points of the tree. A broad surcingle 

 does duty for the girths. This saddle gives a close and secure 

 seat. It was invented by the late Captain Nolan, of Crimean 

 fame, who suggested that it should be used on service, over 

 a blanket, which, after the saddle had been taken off, could 

 be utilised to cover the horse. 



