my saddle...what sort is it?

chocchipcookie · 10-19-2005, 02:48 AM

Long story short a couple of years ago Mum got me tjis saddle. They sold it for $100 AU brand new. They said they couldn't sell it because it was too awful.
The stuffing is sort of lumpy.

This pic probably isn't very useful

This is it side on.
Can anyone tell (I know, it's hard because the pics aren't great) what sort of saddle this is, or how much I could sell it for?
And how would I know what size it is?

madvoice · 10-19-2005, 03:03 AM

For size, measure from pommel to cantle. That will give you the size. Its a dressage saddle of sorts. It could be one of those cheap indian leather ones. Is there any writing on it? If it is Indian leather, the ink used to colour the leather will run profusely when wet and will also stain your jodhs when you're riding even if it isn't wet.

If confirmed Indian leather, you'll probably get no more than $100 for it anyway as they sell in packs fully mounted for around $250-$300.

chocchipcookie · 10-19-2005, 03:08 AM

Well I went and wet it. I sat it on the back ends of it and rubbed water into the seat (I know that's probably not wonderful for it, but that's ok) and the water just sort of sat there. I left it for a couple of mins and wiped it off with a tissue and it came back a tiny bit brown, which is probably just from dirt.
There's no writing on it.
And with the measuring, do I measure from the underneath, or straight across the top from the pommel to the cantle?
Thanks

madvoice · 10-19-2005, 03:13 AM

On the top from pommel to cantle.

mustang_dodger · 10-19-2005, 07:54 AM

to me it looks like a dressage saddle.

Trixiesue · 10-19-2005, 08:27 AM

English saddles are measured from the button just below the pommel , across to the cantle. The saddle you have pictured is a Dressage saddle. Some Mfg's will put their logos on the button up front, or under the flap.

amysmoney · 10-19-2005, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trixiesue

English saddles are measured from the button just below the pommel , across to the cantle. The saddle you have pictured is a Dressage saddle. Some Mfg's will put their logos on the button up front, or under the flap.

LOL, you put what I was going to say...

Shotgun93 · 10-19-2005, 11:28 AM

Actually, you measure from the cantle to the screw, here's a link to a thread with a picture:
How do you measure a saddle?

If there isn't a label any where on it, then chances are it's a cheaper saddle, so you won't be able to get a whole lot for it. Especially if it needs to be restuffed, which it sounds like it does.

chocchipcookie · 10-19-2005, 09:56 PM

Thanks guys!!!

MissBandit · 10-20-2005, 09:15 AM

It is a very nice looking dressage saddle. Look under all the flaps for any stamps or plates for the saddle brand name or maker.

10-19-2005, 02:48 AM	#1
chocchipcookie Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sydney, Australia... Posts: 2,522 Images: 125 Blog Entries: 14	my saddle...what sort is it? Long story short a couple of years ago Mum got me tjis saddle. They sold it for $100 AU brand new. They said they couldn't sell it because it was too awful. The stuffing is sort of lumpy. This pic probably isn't very useful This is it side on. Can anyone tell (I know, it's hard because the pics aren't great) what sort of saddle this is, or how much I could sell it for? And how would I know what size it is? __________________ Live for today, we'll dream tomorrow.

10-19-2005, 03:03 AM	#2
madvoice Senior Member+ Join Date: May 2004 Location: Humpty Doo, Northern Territory, Australia Posts: 9,687 Images: 281	For size, measure from pommel to cantle. That will give you the size. Its a dressage saddle of sorts. It could be one of those cheap indian leather ones. Is there any writing on it? If it is Indian leather, the ink used to colour the leather will run profusely when wet and will also stain your jodhs when you're riding even if it isn't wet. If confirmed Indian leather, you'll probably get no more than $100 for it anyway as they sell in packs fully mounted for around $250-$300. __________________ Sep 1997 - 15 Jan 2006 ~Fry Baby I'll Miss You~ I'm not a complete idiot.. Some parts are missing I was too busy admiring the inside of my eyelids when HGS hit 3 million posts..

10-19-2005, 03:08 AM	#3
chocchipcookie Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sydney, Australia... Posts: 2,522 Images: 125 Blog Entries: 14	Well I went and wet it. I sat it on the back ends of it and rubbed water into the seat (I know that's probably not wonderful for it, but that's ok) and the water just sort of sat there. I left it for a couple of mins and wiped it off with a tissue and it came back a tiny bit brown, which is probably just from dirt. There's no writing on it. And with the measuring, do I measure from the underneath, or straight across the top from the pommel to the cantle? Thanks __________________ Live for today, we'll dream tomorrow.

10-19-2005, 03:13 AM	#4
madvoice Senior Member+ Join Date: May 2004 Location: Humpty Doo, Northern Territory, Australia Posts: 9,687 Images: 281	On the top from pommel to cantle. __________________ Sep 1997 - 15 Jan 2006 ~Fry Baby I'll Miss You~ I'm not a complete idiot.. Some parts are missing I was too busy admiring the inside of my eyelids when HGS hit 3 million posts..

10-19-2005, 07:54 AM	#5
mustang_dodger Senior Member+ Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Illinios Posts: 17,059 Images: 459	to me it looks like a dressage saddle. __________________ Proud owner of Smart Devil a registered appendix, registered paint mare Eye's White Feather, and a breeding stock paint filly Firefly.

10-19-2005, 08:27 AM	#6
Trixiesue Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Silver Creek New York Posts: 459 Images: 65	English saddles are measured from the button just below the pommel , across to the cantle. The saddle you have pictured is a Dressage saddle. Some Mfg's will put their logos on the button up front, or under the flap.

10-19-2005, 11:28 AM	#8
Shotgun93 Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southwest SD Posts: 13,775 Images: 132	Actually, you measure from the cantle to the screw, here's a link to a thread with a picture: How do you measure a saddle? If there isn't a label any where on it, then chances are it's a cheaper saddle, so you won't be able to get a whole lot for it. Especially if it needs to be restuffed, which it sounds like it does. __________________ In the quiet light of the stable, you hear a muffled snort, the stamp of a hoof, a friendly nicker. Gentle eyes inquire, "How was your day old friend?" and suddenly, all your troubles fade away. -Author Unknown

10-19-2005, 09:56 PM	#9
chocchipcookie Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sydney, Australia... Posts: 2,522 Images: 125 Blog Entries: 14	Thanks guys!!! __________________ Live for today, we'll dream tomorrow.

10-20-2005, 09:15 AM	#10
MissBandit Senior Member+ Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 13,218 Images: 300 Blog Entries: 43	It is a very nice looking dressage saddle. Look under all the flaps for any stamps or plates for the saddle brand name or maker. __________________ Founder is the #2 killer of horses. Learn how to prevent, spot and treat this deadly disease. Emergency Treatment http://www.laminitisclinic.org

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