Quality new and used Western & English saddles and bridles
The work of the saddlery craftsmen at Hermes have focused on technique and aesthetics. Taking as a starting point the Essential model, the most recent jumping saddle, they have integrated various modifications to favor "close contact" riding in which the rider, the saddle and the horse are brought much closer together in a classical, uncluttered aesthetic. The tree has a wide arch to free the wither and to contribute to the best possible balance of the saddle on the horse's back with optimum contact. The saddle is quite flat and thin, bringing the rider closer to the mount, with a more forward seat. The seat is not so wide, slightly hollowed for balance and comfort, and with a rounded cantle.
Saddles and Bridles Blog
Horseback riding and showing is a dream that many of us have from when we were little. There is something about these magnificent animals that grabs the heart and mind and never lets go. This site is about horses, riding, enjoying, showing, and buying equipment for. A little of everything for the horse lover in all of us, whether we're currently owned by an equine or not. One goal of this blog is to point you toward good selections of new and used English and Western tack : horse and pony saddles, bridles and cavessons. Equipment is expensive, especially the good stuff. Most of the top of the line saddlery is beyond the budget of most of us, but our four-legged friends deserve the best we can get. That means checking out the used saddle market for top quality horse tack by Hennig, Stubben, Passoa, Crosby, Reinsman, Circle Y, etc., and of course many custom made pieces by well known saddle artisans. It's better to buy a first-rate used saddle than a badly made, poor-quality new one. Your horse will thank you!
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