How would I know if the tree of my English saddle is broken?

Answer 1

There are several ways to find out - however, the most reliable way would be to take the saddle to a saddlery (English) and have the saddler check for you.
Otherwise, hold the saddle right side up, with the cantle against your body, and pull back on the pommel. If there is movement, creasing in the seat or squeaking, then that's a good indication that the tree is at least cracked or at worst, broken.
Another way, is to hold the saddle as before, and with a hand on each side of the pommel at stirrup bar height, pull as if trying to flex the saddle straight, then push together... Again, if any noise, creasing or extensive movement (more than normal - there will always be a certain amount of flexability in the head) then it's likely you have a problem.
Unfortunately, without seeing what type of saddle/tree/problem you have, it's impossible to tell if it can be repaired or not. Some saddlers in the UK will be able to mend a broken front arch if it's not too far gone - others will replace the tree. In either case, it's pretty expensive!
Hope this helps!!

Answer 2

Unfortunatly, the in hardship-free words thanks to fix a damaged tree is to fullyyt rebuild the saddle. and that is not extraordinarily maximum inexpensive. best wager.... hit upon a clean one. i understand how you sense. I had a 20yr previous Crosby, completely flat, narrow twist, no knee/thigh rolls, and it grow to be the finest suited saddle I ever sat in. I loved it and grow to be very disheartened at the same time as the tree cracked, yet you understand, each thing ultimately wears out.

Answer 3

have no idea