Bates Kimberley with Swinging Fender 17.5″ Adjustable CAIR Leather Stock Saddle – Brown

When you’re spending long, demanding hours in the saddle—whether negotiating steep trails, competing in endurance, or managing daily stock work—rider balance and horse comfort are non-negotiable. The Bates Kimberley with Swinging Fender is widely regarded as the ultimate luxury Australian stock saddle. Handcrafted from top-grade, hand-oiled Heritage Leather, it combines high-density poley knee pads and a deep, multi-layered cushioned seat with the free-leg articulation of swinging fenders. The result is an exceptionally secure seat that moves fluidly with your horse while preventing leg fatigue over long distances.

At Best Horse Saddle Shop, our workshop team hand-inspects every second-hand saddle before listing. This 17.5″ Bates Kimberley is in Grade 4 condition—showing honest, moderate cosmetic wear from regular use, but remaining 100% structurally sound with a solid tree, supple leather, and fully functioning CAIR air panels. Currently fitted with an Extra-Wide (XW) gullet bar, it offers a huge saving off full retail!

Quick Specs

• Brand: Bates Saddles

• Model: Kimberley with Swinging Fender

• Seat Size: 17.5″ (Stock Saddle Deep Seat)

• Color: Brown

• Material: Hand-Oiled Heritage Leather

• Tree Type: ElastiFlex Tree

• Panel Type: CAIR Cushion System (Air Panels)

• Adjustability: Easy-Change Gullet System (Narrow to Extra-Wide)

• Currently Fitted With: Extra-Wide (XW) Gullet Bar

• Wither Profile: Standard Wither / Average Back Profile

• Discipline: Stock Work / Trail Riding / Endurance / Western / Leisure

• Fenders & Flaps: Swinging Fenders with Stock Stirrup Bars (18″ Flap Length)

• Girthing: Running Y-Girthing System

• Serial Number: B24070150-1

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

Superior Rider Security & Equine Ergonomics

The Bates Kimberley brings together traditional Australian stock security and modern precision fitting:

• Deep Seat & Heritage Leather: Built using rich, supple Heritage Leather that offers instant grip and breaks in beautifully. The deep seat and high-density poley pads keep you centered and secure through abrupt movements or rough terrain.

• Swinging Fender Design: Hinged directly from the stock stirrup bar, the swinging fenders allow your leg to swing freely without the interference or bulk of traditional dual-flap leather straps.

• CAIR Cushion System: Air-filled panels continuously adapt to your horse’s working back muscles, eliminating high-pressure points and distributing rider weight evenly for maximum comfort over long distances.

• Easy-Change Fit Solution: Built on the flexible ElastiFlex tree, allowing your fitter to change the gullet width from Narrow to Extra-Wide (N to XW) as your horse’s condition, fitness, or seasonal shape changes.

• Running Y-Girthing System: Anchors the saddle securely across the horse’s back to prevent slipping or rocking without requiring over-tightening.

Condition Report & Pricing

Grade 4 — Good Used Condition

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

• Fenders & Flaps: Good, supple Heritage Leather throughout with normal rub wear on both the left and right flaps/fenders from stirrup contact.

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

• Hardware, Tree & CAIR Panels: The ElastiFlex tree, Y-girthing billets, stitching, and CAIR air panels are solid, intact, and in sound working condition.

• Original Retail Price (RRP): $2,995.00

• Best Horse Saddle Shop Price: $2,080.00 (Save over $900 on a top-tier leather stock 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 stock and trail 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

Bates Manufacturer & Best Horse Saddle Shop Warranties

This saddle retains coverage under Bates’ 10-Year Tree Warranty against tree breakage (and 2-year materials warranty from original purchase) alongside our Best Horse Saddle Shop 6-Month Soundness Warranty. Every tree, billet point, and seam is workshop-inspected before listing so you can head out on the trail or station with total peace of mind.

(Note: Coverage applies to structural soundness under standard care and excludes damage caused by accidents, neglect, improper storage, or unauthorized modifications.)

Need Fitting Guidance or Have Questions?

Want to check if the 17.5″ seat or current Extra-Wide (XW) gullet bar will suit your horse’s back profile before placing your order? We’re here to help!

Please quote Serial Number: B24070150-1 when contacting us, or send us photos/templates of your horse standing flat on level ground—our fitting specialists will gladly evaluate your setup and guide your choice.