For your consideration is this WWI era, M1904 McClellan U.S. Calvary Saddle. 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 hooks and rings to hang gear. It features Spalding stamped wood and leather tapaderos stirrups reading, "Spalding 1917 K.H.R.". In the seat it is marked with a brass tag reading, "11 1/2" Seat". It shows good condition overall with some wear present from its age and use over the years, but no major signs of damage is noted. It measures 20 1/4" L x 13 1/2" W x 9 3/4" H and weighs