Western Saddles

11/04/2025

Alright! So beginning this week, I will officially be back in my shop. I have already contacted folks who needed repairs while I was recovering. I do have two pairs of boot to complete before I take on the orders I have on my boot wait list....More to follow! :)

10/07/2025

My healing is still on track….my foot is looking great on the outside and I’m performing my needed physical therapy to strengthen the inside. I’m still looking at a few more weeks…

09/22/2025

Here is an update of my recent surgery....My stitches were removed last week and the big toe and ankle are healing normally (on the outside). Because of the surgery inside my foot, I am still not able to put much weight on the foot for at least another month. So outside...healed well, inside....healing left to go.

09/11/2025

As I sit here recovering from surgery...I am doing well, by the way - my stitches will be removed next Tuesday..... I received an email from the Library of Congress. My Book (Basic Western Boot Making and Repair) has been accepted by and sent to the Library of Congress!!

Since Tandy Corporate Headquarters is in the final stages of their move, my book is still not available at select Tandy Leather stores. I'll let you know when that happens.

In the mean time, if you would like to purchase my book or at least do a simple review without the obligation of purchasing, I invite you to visit the following URL.

Thanks for you well wishes and you support!

Rick Simmons

Basic Western Boot Making and Repair 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 welt...

09/03/2025

Surgery completed…and beginning the recovery process…..

09/02/2025

Surgery day! Can’t wait! 🫣

08/25/2025

Hey all, I need to let you know that I will be undergoing foot surgery on September 2, 2025 (next week). This will take me off my feet for the next several months. I will not be able to conduct any significant work on boots, saddles, or repairs during that time. This is going to be my last full week of work....I will not be accepting any new projects until I have recovered from surgery (maybe when I am in a walking cast). I will let you know in this forum. Rick Simmons

08/25/2025

Here is a completed roping saddle on an Olin Young tree (from Bowden Saddle Tree). This saddle will be on its way to the owner, who is both a horse/rider trainer and part time professional team roper.