Description

Ideal Suzannah Dressage 17.5″ Medium-Wide Leather Saddle – Black

When it comes to achieving an effortless, secure seat and refined leg position, few saddles enjoy the longstanding reputation of the Ideal Suzannah Dressage Saddle. Designed for serious schooling and competition, the Suzannah features a super-deep seat paired with an exceptionally narrow twist, allowing you to drop seamlessly into your stirrups and feel closer than ever to your horse’s back.

Handcrafted from soft, high-grip English leather, it boasts large molded knee blocks and padded rolls that anchor your thighs without restricting your lower leg. At Best Horse Saddle Shop, our workshop team hand-inspects every pre-owned saddle before listing. This 17.5″ Ideal Suzannah is in Grade 4 condition—showing honest, moderate cosmetic wear on both flaps from regular riding, but remaining 100% structurally sound with a solid tree, supple leather, and plush wool-flocked panels. Measuring a Medium-Wide fit, it offers proven bench-made British craftsmanship at a fraction of full retail!

Quick Specs

• Brand: Ideal Saddles

• Model: Suzannah Dressage

• Seat Size: 17.5″ (Super-Deep Dressage Seat)

• Width: Medium-Wide (MW)

• Color: Black

• Material: Supple High-Grip Leather

• Panel Type: Traditional Wool-Flocked Panels

• Wither Profile: Standard Wither / Average Back Profile

• Discipline: Dressage / Flatwork / Competition

• Flap Type: Traditional Dual Flap with Large Molded Knee Blocks (16.5″ Flap Length)

• Twist: Narrow Twist for Close-Contact Feel

• Inside Gullet Width: 5.25″

• D-to-D Measurement: 10.5″

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

Superior Rider Alignment & Classic Craftsmanship

The Ideal Suzannah is built to optimize rider balance and horse movement through thoughtful saddlery design:

• Super-Deep Seat & Narrow Twist: Keeps your pelvis perfectly upright and centered while eliminating excess bulk between your thighs, giving you a smooth, close-contact feel.

• Supportive Molded Knee Blocks: Large, contoured blocks work alongside generously padded knee rolls to give your legs firm stability through extended gaits and lateral movements.

• Premium Leather Construction: Built from soft, grippy leather that offers instant traction in the saddle and breaks in comfortably over time.

• Customizable Wool-Flocked Panels: Traditional 100% natural wool flocking allows your qualified saddle fitter to adjust and fine-tune the panel volume as your horse conditions or changes shape across seasons.

Condition Report & Pricing

Grade 4 — Good Used Condition

This saddle has been well cared for and enjoyed, remaining 100% structurally sound with expected cosmetic signs of prior use:

• Flaps & Leather: Supple black leather throughout with moderate stirrup leather wear and rub marks on both left and right flaps.

• Cosmetics & Billets: General cosmetic signs of regular riding consistent with a well-maintained second-hand saddle.

• Hardware, Tree & Panels: The saddle tree, girth billets, stitching, and wool-flocked panels are solid, intact, and in sound working condition.

• Best Horse Saddle Shop Price: Competitive Pre-Owned Pricing (Enjoy huge savings on a bench-made English leather dressage saddle!)

We encourage you to review all high-resolution detail photos for a complete assessment of its cosmetic appearance.

Worldwide Shipping, UK & USA Trial Options

We ship quality dressage and stock 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 terms differ by destination.

Warranty & Peace of Mind

Ideal Manufacturer & Best Horse Saddle Shop Warranties

This saddle is backed by our Best Horse Saddle Shop 6-Month Soundness Warranty. Every tree, billet strap, and seam is workshop-inspected before listing so you can head into the arena with total confidence.

(Note: Coverage applies to structural soundness under standard care and excludes damage caused by accidents, neglect, improper storage, or unauthorized modifications. Original Ideal manufacturer tree warranties apply from new and do not automatically transfer to second-hand owners.)

Need Fitting Guidance or Have Questions?

Want to check if the 17.5″ seat or Medium-Wide fit will suit your horse’s back profile before placing your order? We’re here to help!

Send us photos or templates of your horse standing flat on level ground—our fitting specialists will gladly evaluate your setup and guide your choice.