TREE COVERINGS
At Precision Saddle Tree, we discard tradition when superior, modern materials are available. This is especially true with our coverings. One of the primary coverings we use in our Ropers and Ranch trees is Kevlar® because of its immense strength - this is the same material used in bullet proof vests and is literally five-times stronger than steel. We also use Fiberglass as reinforcement, and our DURAhide™ is an effective seal to wind and moisture. Often we combine one or more of these materials in the coverings that we offer.
Hand Laid Kevlar® Clear Coat |
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Hand laid FiberGlass Clear Coat |
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DURAhide™ Coated |
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Hand Laid Kevlar® Clear Coat (KCC)
We wrap the horn, swell, bars, and cantle with Kevlar®
applied with a clear coat resin.
We love to show off our craftsmanship and engineering abilities. With this covering you can clearly see all the way down to the Kevlar® and Wood.
DURAhide™ Covered Kevlar® Reinforced (DuraK)
We wrap the horn, swell, bars, and cantle with Kevlar® and then overspray with DURAhide™.
Hand Laid FiberGlass Clear Coat (GCC)
We wrap the horn, swell, bars, and cantle with Fiberglass applied with a clear coat resin.
DURAhide™ Covered FiberGlass Reinforced (DuraG)
We wrap the horn, swell, bars, and cantle with Fiberglass and then overspray with DURAhide™.
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What is Kevlar®?
Kevlar® fibers are 43 percent lighter than typical fiberglass, 10-times stronger than aluminum, and literally five-times stronger than steel. Kevlar® is the registered trademark for a para-aramid synthetic fiber. Developed at Dupont in 1965, this high strength material was first commercially used in the early 1970s as a replacement for steel in racing tires. Kevlar® has excellent resistance to high and low temperatures. Because of its immense strength, we can accomplish things with Kevlar® that cannot be done with traditional coverings.
What is Fiberglass?
Fiberglass woven cloth provides great strength and durability when layered with a resin to form a hardened composite. We apply the cloth by hand. Fiberglass cloth has greater tensile strength than steel wire of the same diameter, at a lower weight.
What is DURAhide™?
DURAhide™ is a polyurea elastomer that is specifically formulated as a high performance coating designed to prevent against corrosion, abrasion, weather and wear. This material is not only an effective sealer, but also adds strength to your tree. DURAhide™ carries a tensile strength of 2300-2500 lbs psi @ 75F. DURAhide™ withstands temperatures from minus 50 to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Why Choose Kevlar®?
Because the strength of Kevlar® is literally five-times stronger than steel, we can accomplish things that were not possible with traditional tree coverings. For example, we recently began working with G Bar G Saddles in Riverton, Wyoming. Their request was a stronger saddle bronc tree with thinner bars which will improve rider position. Such a task proved to be an experiment. But covering the bars with Kevlar®, they discovered the perfect combination to a better saddle bronc tree. The combination of added functionality and strength are essential in producing the high quality Bronc Saddle that G Bar G is known for.
"Precision Saddle Tree Inc. does a fantastic job in the accuracy of the tree parts. Every piece fits perfect and seams are sealed. They are great to work with in getting your special tree correct even though it may take a couple of times to get it correct. We are now using Kevlar® trees in our Stock Saddles to ensure a more comfortable and functional saddle. We are appreciative of their quality and workmanship. We are looking to a long working relationship." -- Dennis George with G Bar G Saddles, gbargsaddles.com
Download a printable brochure about why we choose Kevlar®
At Precision Saddle Tree, we use Kevlar® because it allows for lighter, thinner bars which helps to improve the balance and relationship between horse and rider with improved strength.
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