Sattlerstich

Sattlerstich, also known as saddle stitch, is a common bookbinding method used for pamphlets, magazines, brochures, and other thin booklets. It involves folding sheets of paper in half and then stapling or sewing through the fold line. The staple or thread passes through all the folded pages, creating a durable binding. This method is cost-effective and quick to produce, making it a popular choice for high-volume printing.

The process begins by printing the content on large sheets of paper, which are then folded into signatures, or groups of pages. For saddle stitching, these signatures are nested within each other. Once nested, the booklet is placed on a saddle-like apparatus that holds it open at the fold. Staples are then inserted through the spine from the outside and clinched on the inside, or a thread can be sewn through the fold.

Saddle stitching is best suited for publications with a low page count, typically ranging from 8 to 64 pages, depending on the paper thickness. Exceeding this limit can cause the pages to bulge outwards, making the booklet difficult to close and less appealing. It is a simple and efficient binding technique that results in a flat-opening booklet, which is convenient for reading. The finished product lies relatively flat, unlike some other binding methods.