Western Saddles

07/12/2025

Completed the pictured custom saddle! This particular saddle was the first that I was commissioned to build in which the owner did not want a horn! I invite you all to take a look!

06/29/2025

And…for the first time, Jonah is riding without a lead on the horse!

06/29/2025

We started off with some balancing exercises: No reins, no swell, no horn….hands on hip or out to sides. Concentrating on body positioning…

Then we worked with reins: starting,stopping, emergency stopping, and left and right turns, while on the lead.

06/29/2025

More horse work: Picking hooves!

06/25/2025

Now that the grandsons look like “cowboys”, we are teaching them horse skills!

06/24/2025

And Grandson number 2!

06/24/2025

Grandson/grandpa belt project!

06/20/2025

Finally completed my son’s boots and sent to him! He’s been waiting for about 2 years for these…..

06/15/2025

Hey all! Tandy Leather Corporation has agreed to test market my book at several of their stores this fall. One of which, I believe, will be the store in Round Rock, Texas.

05/23/2025

Just wanted to update all of you on my current projects....Please see the pictures for more details....

05/17/2025

Hey all....as promised!!! My book is now available in Kindle on Amazon:

by G. Rick Simmons, Sr. is a detailed guide covering every aspect of crafting and repairing Western boots. It provides step-by-step instructions on selecting tools, measuring feet, constructing patterns, and assembling components such as vamps, counters, and welts. The book explains leather typ...

05/11/2025

Hey all! After a little more than 2-1/2 years of work, I have finally completed my basic boot making and repair book! I am publishing through MagCloud and the cost is $99.99 per printed paperback book. I will soon be offering the digital version via Amazon. I invite you all to click on the link and take a look!

https://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/3058536?__r=8204791