Red Shed
Saddle, Pack

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Copyright Flaxbourne Settlers Association
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Collection FSA (unaccessioned) General
Date 1930s
Description This pack saddle was used by packmen in mustering gangs. They were used for carting swags, food and fencing gear on both mules and horses. Swags were hung from the sides and hooked onto the hooks on the top. The loads had to be well balanced.
This is a leather saddle with hessian padding.
On permanent loan to the Flaxbourne Museum from Lachlan Taylor of Ward.
Object ID FSA0.800.0139
Object Name Saddle, Pack
People Taylor, Lachlan
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Last modified on: January 16, 2015