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Did cowboys place their rifle scabbards in the front or back of the saddle?

by | Aug 31, 2011 | Inside History

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Did cowboys place their rifle scabbards in the front or back of the saddle? Ken NivaWinnemucca, Nevada Where a cowboy placed his rifle scabbard was a matter of preference. I’ve tried it both ways, and either works for me.


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