Nrs Competitors Heavy Oil 1/4 Breed Basket Stamped Ranch Cutter Saddle

I bought this saddle in the 15.5in seat a few months ago. Breaking it in has been easy enough, pretty much zero squeaking which is awesome because I can’t stand that. It got a good oiling and conditioning after my first ride too and that helped soften everything up even more.

My young gelding is going through a lot of changes in his body, so sometimes this saddle doesn’t fit as well one day vs another. Just young horse things. It has NOT made him sore though, he happily moves out when asked.

There’s a good amount of flare in the front of the bars, see attached picture. I think that’s good for big shouldered creatures, not too extreme for more slender bodies. I honestly think it fits broader backed horses a bit better though.

The seat is super comfortable. The fenders are on the stiff side though, so when I get off my knees are obliterated after trying to keep my feet pointed forward. Probably just a personal problem.

This saddle has seen some things in the short time I’ve owned it and it has held up great!! From young horses, to an unintentional bronc ride, to desensitizing to my wrestling dummy and using the saddle strings to tie it on. I see someone in the reviews has roped with it, I don’t rope but I think it’s sturdy enough to withstand it.

Highly recommend. Hope the pics help!

Comfortable well built saddle that fits my QH very well second saddle purchase from nrs, awesome to deal with and outstanding customer service. Fenders were to short and they are sending me a new longer set. 5 stars.

I was in need of a ranch cutter as I have started sorting a lot more lately but also wanted to do something for myself! My BF recommended I look at NRS because he LOVES his NRS rope saddles, so I said what the heck! Found this beauty and had to add it to the cart! Beautiful color saddle, very comfortable and not heavy at all! It fits my horse perfectly! Highly recommend purchasing one if your looking for this type of saddle or any saddle from NRS for that matter!

i like the comfort and how well it fits my horses

Fast shipping, arrived on time without a scratch. Saddle fits horse well and rides great. Surprised how little it squeaks to be a new saddle. Quality of leather is nice, will definitely purchase NRS saddle again in future.

So far I love this saddle and it seems solid. It is comfortable and fits both my rocky and quarter horse.

Seems to be well-built. Fits all of my horses and so far I am happy.

I have had this saddle for about a year, It is very comfortable to sit in for trails rides, or just working in the arena. Great vertsile saddle, for roping and ranch work

Have owned this saddle for 2 years and the quality is great holding up very well I would buy another but honestly the one I have seems like it will out last me

Nice quality saddle with preturned stirrups as a finishing touch . Would buy again.

Honestly for the price this saddle is very hard to beat looks built very well. Fits our horses well very comfortable an dependable you can ranch in all day an be worried about it! I have Jeff Smiths Ranch cutter as well not a major difference in them

Arrived timely, and was everything I expected from the pictures and description on the website. Also packaged securely as well.

I absolutely love my new saddle!

Everything is well built for the price

This ranch cutter is worth every penny I got it in 16.5 if you want a saddle that is well made with comfort for horse and you this is the one thanks for a awesome saddle for the money spent

This is a really great saddle. I just recently bought one 2 months ago, already broke in. This saddle is great for ranch work and trails. Highly recommend!!

Went and tried a local horse and this was the saddle the trainer had on him, I loved it. Very comfortable and balanced, I don’t doubt you could go all day in it. It is substantial enough to work in.

I bought this saddle new in April and have had it almost 6 months now. It was comfortable right out of the box. I have spent hours in it at a time on trails and never get sore. I've also used it to show in western ranch horse classes (and won)! Very versatile saddle.

Super nice saddle that can be used for it all!

Best saddle I have ever sat in. Will definitely buy another! Rides super comfortable and is made heavy enough. Working man's dream saddle. Cadillac and for the price it's a steal.