Description

Ideal Suzannah Dressage 16″ Leather Saddle – Black

When it comes to establishing a secure, effortless dressage position, few saddles enjoy as stellar a reputation as the Ideal Suzannah. Renowned for its exceptionally deep seat, narrow twist, and supportive front blocks, the Suzannah is engineered to help riders maintain correct classical alignment while giving the horse complete freedom through the back and shoulders. Handcrafted using traditional British saddlery techniques and supple, grippy leather, it remains a steadfast favorite among dressage riders from grassroots schooling up to upper-level competition.

At Best Horse Saddle Shop, our workshop team hand-inspects every pre-owned saddle before listing. This 16″ Suzannah model is in Grade 4 condition—showing honest, typical cosmetic leg wear from regular flatwork, but remaining 100% structurally sound and ready for many more tests in the arena.

Quick Specs

• Brand: Ideal

• Model: Suzannah Dressage

• Seat Size: 16″

• Color: Black

• Material: Fine Quality Leather

• Tree Width: Medium-Wide

• Inside Gullet: 5″

• D-to-D Measurement: 9.5″

• Wither Profile: Standard Wither Profile

• Panels: Traditional Wool Flocked

• Discipline: Dressage / Flatwork

• Flap Type: Dual Flap (15.5″ Flap Length)

• Serial Number: 48047

• Condition: Pre-Owned (Grade 4 — Good Used Condition)

Classical Support & Superior Close-Contact Feel

The Ideal Suzannah is purpose-built to help riders unlock balance and precision without feeling restricted:

• Super Deep Seat & Narrow Twist: Designed to drop your center of gravity close to your horse, encouraging a long, relaxed leg and natural pelvic position.

• Large Molded Knee Blocks: Substantial front thigh blocks and generously padded knee rolls anchor your lower leg, providing subtle yet reassuring support during extended paces and lateral work.

• Grippy Leather Finish: Premium, tactile leather across the seat and rolls gives you instant security and grip from your very first ride.

• Wool-Flocked Panels: Traditional wool flocking provides superior impact absorption and allows your qualified saddle fitter to make ongoing micro-adjustments as your horse develops top-line muscle.

Condition Report

Grade 4 — Good Used Condition

This saddle has been well cared for and used regularly, showing typical, honest signs of cosmetic wear while remaining 100% structurally sound:

• Flaps & Leather: Moderate, expected stirrup leather friction marks on both left and right flaps. The leather remains soft, supple, and well-nourished.

• Hardware & Tree: The solid tree, billets, stitching, and wool-flocked panels are all in excellent, sound working order.

We encourage you to inspect all high-resolution photos for an exact look at its cosmetic appearance.

Worldwide Shipping, UK & USA Trial Options

We supply quality saddles directly to riders across the UK, USA, Europe, and Australia, providing full courier tracking on every dispatch.

• UK Mainland Buyers: Take advantage of our 5-Day UK Mainland Trial Option—giving your qualified saddle fitter time to evaluate the saddle on your horse before you make your final commitment.

• USA Buyers: Take advantage of our 5-Day USA Saddle Trial Option—giving you and your local fitter time to assess the fit and feel on your horse once delivered.

• International Orders (EU & AU): Shipped directly with full overseas tracking. Note: Please check all measurements and consult your local fitter prior to ordering, as international trial policies differ by destination.

Warranty & Peace of Mind

Ideal Manufacturer Tree Warranty & Best Horse Saddle Shop Coverage

This saddle retains coverage under Ideal’s 3-Year Structural Tree Warranty (and 12-month materials protection subject to original terms), complemented by our Best Horse Saddle Shop 6-Month Soundness Warranty. Every second-hand saddle is workshop-inspected before sale so you can ride with total confidence.

(Note: Coverage applies to structural soundness under standard care and excludes accidental damage, neglect, improper storage, or unauthorized third-party modifications.)

Need Fitting Guidance or Have Questions?

Want to check if the 16″ seat size or Medium-Wide tree width will suit your horse’s back profile before placing your order? We’re here to help!

Please quote Serial Number: 48047 when contacting us, or send us photos of your horse standing flat on level ground—our fitting specialists will gladly review your setup and guide your choice.