15 inch Cavaletti Collection Show Saddle Brown Adjustable

Description

15″ Cavaletti Collection Show Saddle – Chestnut Brown (Swappable Gullet)

Stock ID: N4136

Bench Maker: Cavaletti Collection

Model Line: Show / Working Hunter

Seat Measurement: 15″

Color Finish: Classic Brown

Tree Framework: Interchangeable Gullet System (Narrow-Medium to XX-Wide)

Current Gullet Bar Installed: Medium-Wide (MW)

Hide Grade: Full-Grain European Leather with Supple Calfskin Knee Overlays

Panel Style: Wool-Flocked Panels

Flap Design: Traditional Double Flap

Wither Fit: Standard to Low Wither Profile

Serial Stamp: 1901221/127

Condition Score: Grade 2 (Ex-Demo / Near-New Working Condition)

Primary Discipline: Show Ring / Working Hunter Pony / Schooling

Bench Fitter’s Technical Overview & Evaluation

Finding an adjustable show saddle that maintains a sleek, traditional silhouette in front of judges without looking bulky can be a real challenge. The Cavaletti Collection Show Saddle hits that exact sweet spot. Hand-finished with a low-profile pommel and flat seat, it presents a clean, elegant ring profile while offering modern adjustability beneath the leather to keep pace with growing ponies and muscular shape changes.

Equine Anatomical Fit

• Wither & Top-Line Geometry: Engineered specifically for broad-backed ponies and horses with standard to low wither profiles needing broad surface contact across the back.

• Swappable Gullet Architecture: Accommodates 6 distinct headplate widths from Narrow-Medium (NM) up to Extra-Extra Wide (XXW). Widths can be changed right in your barn aisle in 10 minutes using a standard screwdriver—ideal for young stock entering work or seasonal muscle development.

• Flexible Girthing Setup: Outfitted with multi-position webbed girth straps that can be arranged on point or balance alignment to lock the saddle in place on rounder, barrel-shaped frames or horses with forward girth grooves.

• Pure Wool Flocking: Stuffed with 100% natural wool flocking over open panel channels, allowing an SMS fitter to make precise, on-site flocking adjustments to suit your pony’s top-line.

Rider Position & Ring Presentation

• Low-Profile Flat Seat: Features a classic, flat seat profile that drops the rider’s center of gravity close to the pony’s back, creating an uncluttered silhouette for show judges.

• Repositionable Knee Blocks: Slimline, Velcro-backed knee blocks allow you to tailor lower-leg support precisely to the rider’s leg length.

• Premium Leather Finish: Crafted using full-grain leather paired with supple calfskin overlays across the knee pads for immediate seat security and grip out of the box.

Bench Condition & Inspection Report

• Overall Rating: Grade 2 – Ex-demo condition in near-new shape. This saddle has likely only been girthed up or sat on once during a fitting evaluation.

• Wear Analysis: Exceptionally clean throughout with virtually zero stirrup tracking or billet wear; minor handling marks only.

• Workshop Verification: Internal tree, headplate housing, stitching, billet straps, and wool panel housings have been 100% stress-tested and certified sound by our workshop technicians.

How Our 5-Day Saddle Trial Works (US, UK, EU & AU)

At Premium Saddle Shop, we know that seeing a saddle on a rack is one thing, but riding in it is what counts. That’s why we offer a full 5-Day Trial Window across North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia.

1. Place Your Order: Purchase the saddle online to reserve the item and initiate your trial window.

2. Delivery & Timing: Your 5 days begin the moment courier tracking confirms delivery to your door or barn aisle. We recommend scheduling delivery 2 business days prior to your fitter’s visit to account for transit schedules.

3. Fit Test: Ride in the saddle with your independent SMS fitter. If it’s a perfect match for your pony’s back profile, simply keep it—no further action required!

4. Hassle-Free Returns: If the fit or tree arch isn’t ideal, notify our team before 5:00 PM on your 5th day to receive a Trial Return Authorization (TRA).

Note for Overseas Buyers outside primary trial zones: While customs clearance timelines prevent extended trials in certain regions, international buyers still save significantly by sourcing inspected, sound pre-owned tack directly through our global dispatch network.

Included with Your Order

• Workshop Safety Certificate: Official documentation confirming tree integrity and safety clearance prior to packing.

• 6-Month Structural Soundness Warranty: Protection covering internal tree soundness and main load-bearing structure.

• Guaranteed Trade-In Program: Eligible for our trade-in valuation within 9 months of purchase (subject to condition).

• 5-Day Trial Evaluation Program.

• Tracked Courier Shipping: Fully insured express shipping with direct tracking updates sent to your inbox.

• Master Fitter Support: Direct access to our qualified fitting team for pre- and post-purchase guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Cavaletti swappable gullet system work?

The saddle features an internal headplate system accessible beneath the pommel casing. By unscrewing the housing, you can swap metal gullet bars from Narrow-Medium up to XX-Wide in 10 to 15 minutes as your pony builds top-line muscle or changes weight across seasons.

Who is a 15″ seat size best suited for?

A 15-inch seat is ideal for junior riders, lead-rein combinations, or small adults riding ponies. It keeps the rider centered while remaining well within the weight-bearing area of short-backed pony frames (ahead of the 18th thoracic vertebra).

What does “Grade 2 / Ex-Demo Condition” mean for this saddle?

Grade 2 indicates an ex-demo saddle in near-new condition. It has only been used briefly for a barn fitting trial, giving you virtually new leather quality and tree soundness without full retail pricing.

How do I return the saddle if my fitter advises against the fit?

Simply email our team at support@premiumsaddleshop.com within your 5-day trial window. We will issue a Trial Return Authorization (TRA) and return instructions for shipping the saddle back to our workshop.

How should I care for full-grain leather and soft calfskin knee pads?

Wipe down after riding with a damp cloth to remove dirt and horse sweat. Apply a high-grade leather balm or conditioner periodically to preserve the natural grain, protect against moisture loss, and keep the hide soft and show-ring ready.