Big Horn Closes its Doors

Chattanooga saddle maker Big Horn Inc. has closed its doors after decades of manufacturing saddles, horse riding equipment and personal leather goods. About 80 people were put out of work due to the closure. The company had operations at 1222 E. 38th St. A company spokeswoman who declined to give her name issued a statement to the Chattanooga Times Free Press Oct. 28. She indicated that recent slowdowns in the economy had hurt the business.