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E.H. Bohlin's Personal Saddle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:7,500.00 USD Estimated At:15,000.00 - 30,000.00 USD
E.H. Bohlin's Personal Saddle
The saddle is in great condition with white buckstitch includes; bridle with Bohlin bit, breast collar, cinch with D-rings, rear belly strap with buckle for cinch attachment, and saddle bags with buckles to attach to the saddle. The back of the cantle has a silver plate with gold letters "EHB" with "Edward H Bohlin Hollywood Calif." etched in silver plate. Indicating this was his personal saddle that he used and later sold to someone. The wool is in nice condition, on the seat near the maker mark Bohlin added markings: "New Departure, Stirrup Swings, and Pat. No." The saddle originally sold by Bohlin 4/26/1979. Current consignor purchased these pieces in 2008, reportedly from original buyer. A copy of Edward H. Bohlin, invoice is included and states "1 Bohlin personal saddle and Indian blanket". Blanket has Bohlin leather attached and marked. The saddle, two tone brown, 14.5" seat with 4.5" cantle. Circa 40's-50's. Markings, leather and silver are football shape. Included in the 2008 sale were a saddle stand, bolo tie, and Western leather holster. These three pieces, it was stated at the time of pick up, as being included as a gift in the original 1979 sale. Now included by the consignor. These, it would appear were not just in Bohlin's possession, but also made by him but are unmarked. This is rare opportunity to own not only a beautiful saddle but one owned by one of the most famous saddle makers in the world.