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An A-fork saddle is another type of working saddle designed as a cowboy saddle for sitting and riding in for long hour days. Similar to a Wade saddle in design but slightly different with a different horn and larger pommel.
This saddle is sometimes referred to as a slick seat saddle. A Wade and an A-fork saddle can either one be a slick seat saddle which is referring to the large single piece of slick leather that is placed on the seat. The Wade, slick seat and A-fork saddle can be confused and depending on who you talk to and what part of the country your in, these Western saddles can be described differently.
The Wade saddle dates back to the turn of the century when Clifford Wade first introduced this working mans saddle. It was different than other saddles of it time. Designed for roping with a 4″ horn, a deep seat with a high cantle and stirrups under the rider for a more balanced ride.
It wasn’t until the 1960’s when the Wade saddle really gained in popularity. It is considered to be a working saddle or cowboy saddle but is used today more and more for comfort and balance. A Western saddle designed for sitting in for long hours and working hard on the ranch.