Testimonials
Hello Russ,
Thank you very much... [R.] tried already the saddle, and it fits just perfect. It sits comfortable, and it works smoothly in the legs (do you know what it mean, because R. give me the instruction to tell you something about the fenders and I try to translate it in the best way I can).
[R.] likes it to ride on his own in the nature. But he do know people who are fond of western saddles,and they know the difference between a good solid saddle and a saddle of less quality, and you may be sure that we are going to recommend you, so you can sell more saddles here in Belgium.
We were very satisfied about the way you handled everything correctly, and we thank you for that.
It was a pleasure to know you and to do business with you, May God bless you and your family...
R & C
Belgium
My name is Chris Bandley. I have three great horses Tinky, Walkara, and Zack. The first two are beautiful paints and the third is a 16 hand Missouri Fox-Trotter. All are trained and able to work trails, cattle and competition in the arena. I had one custom saddle made for my first horse Zack many years ago and have been happy with it. But its just a saddle, very functional but nothing special. Then I bought the two paints horses and needed saddles that would handle all the different disciplines I'm involved in with them. I also wanted them to be special and match the personalities of my animals. Russ Fawson took my needs and concerns in hand. He worked with me on the design, from the top of the line tree, to the sit on fitting and even the final tooling and finished color.
I have been in arenas and people on the far side have come over to me and complimented me and asked who made my saddle. I was on a cattle drive and the same thing happened. They are special Saddles and people can tell. I have a one and only Desert Rose saddle for my sorrow paint filly that Russ, with his artistic creativity has tooled flowering cactus as its theme. I have never seen one like it any where and the people that see it say the same.
My second saddle made for my black and white paint, is an exact replica of a 1850 US Calvary saddle, with a half seat and open rigging. With matching bridle, rifle scabbard and leather cover canteen. All with original US stamping and brass accessories. It is an eye catcher and I have been in parades and people looking on have called out they want my saddle.
Russ Fawson not only separates him self from any other saddle makers I know of with his skill and artistry, but the quality and durability of his work is unmatched. My tack gets used a lot, I'm fortunate to live where I can and do ride many times week. I work on long cattle round ups in all kinds of weather with our gear in the back of trucks and in tack rooms in trailers. They look as good to day as they did the day I received them from Russ.
The people I know that have horses take pride in them and want them to look and perform to their very best. Russ Fawson Saddles not only make them look good but with his attention to the custom sizing and fitting will allow you and your horse to perform as a team at your best.
Chris Bandley
Utah
