For your consideration is this M1904 McClellan U.S. Calvary saddle from the WWI era. The McClellan saddle was a riding saddle designed by George B. McClellan, after his tour of Europe as the member of a military commission charged with studying the latest developments in engineer and cavalry forces including field equipment. Based on his observations, McClellan proposed a design that was adopted by the Army in 1859. The McClellan saddle was a success and continued in use in various forms until the US Army's last horse cavalry and horse artillery was dismounted late in World War II. Today, the McClellan saddle is used by ceremonial mounted units in the US Army. The saddle features a wonderfully and professionally crafted leather, wood, and brass construction that shows a iconic cavalry saddle design with rings to hang gear. The only marking present on the saddle is on the seat back on a brass tag reading, "11 Inch Seat". Also included with the saddle is its original blue and gold saddle blanket. The condition of this U.S. Cavalry saddle is well preserved with some slight wear to the leather and to other parts of the saddle but otherwise is in good condition. It measures 18 7/8" L x 13 1/2" W x 9 1/8" H and weighs 12 pounds and 10 ounces.