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	The skeleton Jennifer is the classic Confederate saddle of the Army of Northern Virginia. The Clarksvile depot records indicate a high volume of production, which considered small by Fedaral standards, is still nonetheless impressive. Records on leather allowances for these saddles indicate that 'skeleton' did not mean quarter-strap rigging without skirts. In the context of Jennifer saddles it meant quite the opposite. English rigging with fairly substantial rounded skirts seems to have been the norm. Skeleton, in context, refers to the uncoverd seat, denoting enlisted grade. Given the volume of production, brass screws seem to have been in short supply. Most parts were nailed in place, with screws used in critical stress points. Clipped corner slot plates, CS pommel shields, and rings secured by forged iron staples complete the hardwere of this saddle. The photo shown is of my own well-used skeleton Jennifer. Subsequent saddles have the ends of the bars covered with leather pieces cut from the scraps leftover from cutting out the skirts. Skeleton Jennifers are available with girth billets either nailed directly to the saddle tree, or stitched to webbing, both appear to be equally as common. New photos should be coming soon. Saddle only: $280 (Saddle Tree will be an additional charge, at market price) Given the difficulty and variablity in procuring accurate, mechanically sound Jennifer saddle trees, I have to list the tree cost separately. If you already have a good tree, I should be able to build with it and forgo the charge for the tree. Saddle Accessories for use with this saddle: Worsted Wool Circingle: $67 Worsted Wool Girth: $55 Stirrup Leathers: $83.77 Stirrups w/ Hoods $74.75 6 Baggage Straps: $98.82