Western Saddle Pads For Sale

Western Saddle Pad Savvy

Tips for buying a Western saddle pad on eBay or anywhere else.

Is it a saddle pad or a saddle blanket? Some eBay sellers use the terms interchangeably so you will need to read the descriptions and look at the pictures carefully to know for sure.

Is the saddle pad new or used? Most of the ones we have seen on eBay have been new but you can find used ones, too.

How big is the saddle pad? Does the seller give the size of the pad in inches, both length and width? If not and you want to know, contact the seller before you bid or buy.

Keep in mind that a saddle blanket is usually intended to be folded in half from front to back. Some sellers give the length of a saddle blanket when it's folded for use, other sellers may give the length unfolded, and still other sellers may give you both the folded and unfolded measurements. If you are at all confused about the size of the saddle blanket contact the seller before you bid or buy.

What will the shipping costs for the saddle pad be? When buying at item on eBay always make sure the seller will ship to your area and that you know what the shipping costs will be.

New To eBay?

eBay is famous for its highly successful "Feedback" system shown in the "Meet the seller" area:

1 - This number shows how many transactions the seller has had on eBay (includes buying and selling)
2 - This is the seller's feedback rating
3 - You can read comments left by others who have done business with the seller

Screenshot of "Meet the seller" area

If you have never bought anything on eBay before, you will need to register with them. Registering is FREE. eBay requires registration in order to attempt to verify your identity to keep eBay a safe place to buy and sell, and to make sure you are over 18 years of age.