17.5 inch Ideal Suzannah Dressage Black Medium Wide

Description

Ideal Suzannah Dressage Saddle – 17.5″ (Black, Medium-Wide)

Stock ID: Ideal-Suzannah-175MW

Condition Grade: Grade 4 (Good Used Condition)

Serial Number: N/A

Workshop Inspection & Quality Certification

At Premium Saddle Shop, every second-hand saddle passes through our workshop for a thorough workbench evaluation before listing. Our saddle specialists verify tree symmetry, billet stress points, panel fill, and leather health to ensure complete safety in the arena.

• Overall Condition: Grade 4 — Good Pre-Owned Condition

• Structural Rating: 100% structurally sound across the tree frame, billet points, and panel alignment.

• Cosmetic Details: Exhibits typical, expected signs of normal riding use. Shows moderate surface wear on both the left and right flaps from stirrup leather friction, along with minor cosmetic scuffs (all clearly documented in our listing photos). The hide remains supple and well-conditioned.

Model Overview

The Ideal Suzannah is widely regarded as one of the premier choices for riders who prefer a deeply supportive, secure seat. Designed to help you achieve an effortless dressage posture, it pairs a narrow twist with a close-contact build for precise leg aids and refined communication.

Crafted from high-grade leather and built on wool-flocked panels, the Suzannah combines traditional British saddlery standards with outstanding performance for daily schooling and competitive dressage.

Technical Specifications

• Discipline: Dressage

• Brand: Ideal

• Model: Suzannah

• Seat Size: 17.5″

• Tree Width: Medium-Wide

• Color: Black

• Material: Quality Leather

• Flap Style: Dual-Flap (16.5″ Flap Length)

• Panels: 100% Wool Flocked

• Wither Profile: Standard Wither / Average Back Profile

• Gullet Measurement: 5.25″ Inside Gullet / 10.5″ D-to-D Span

Fitter & Rider Highlights

• Deep Support & Security: Built with an extra-deep seat pocket and large molded knee blocks to help steady your seat and lower leg through every gait.

• Close-Contact Feel: The narrow twist design allows your leg to fall naturally against your horse’s barrel without feeling wide or bulky through the hips.

• Customizable Panel Balance: Filled with natural wool flocking, the panels allow your local saddler to easily adjust the balance on-site to match your horse’s changing topline.

• Grippy Leather Finish: Supple leather knee rolls and seat offer enhanced grip and stability during intensive flatwork sessions.

Shipping & Global Delivery

We deliver pre-owned saddles worldwide via fast, tracked express couriers (DHL/FedEx) directly to riders across the USA, UK, Europe, and Australia.

• US & Overseas Buyers: Place your order online for express international delivery. North American riders routinely save hundreds of dollars importing certified pre-owned UK dressage saddles directly through our network. (Note: Regional import duties and local taxes are the responsibility of the buyer).

• UK Buyers: Tracked courier dispatch is included on domestic shipments. We recommend scheduling delivery 48 hours prior to your fitter’s appointment.

Warranty & Structural Guarantee

Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage

Original Ideal & WRS construction includes:

• 12-Month Coverage on materials and craftsmanship from original purchase date.

• 3-Year Structural Warranty on the internal saddle tree under standard riding conditions.(Note: Excludes unauthorized alterations, neglect, improper storage, or normal natural leather color transfer).

Premium Saddle Shop Guarantee

Every second-hand saddle sold through Premium Saddle Shop includes our 6-Month Structural Soundness Warranty alongside our workshop inspection report. We stress-test every tree, billet point, and structural seam so you can tack up with total confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of back profile does the Ideal Suzannah fit best?

The Suzannah is built on a Standard Wither profile and works exceptionally well on horses with average withers and a straight to moderately curved back line.

Can my saddle fitter adjust the flocking?

Yes! Because the panels are stuffed with 100% natural wool, a qualified saddler can easily add, remove, or adjust the flocking to fine-tune the saddle’s balance at your barn.

Why is the Suzannah so popular among dressage riders?

Its combination of a narrow twist and a deeply supportive seat allows riders to sit deeply and comfortably without feeling wide across the pelvis, promoting better upper-body alignment and softer aids.