Description

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

For riders seeking an unrestrictive, balanced dressage position without feeling wedged or locked in, the Ideal Jessica Dressage Saddle remains a timeless favorite. Designed to encourage a natural, vertical alignment on flatwork, the Jessica pairs a supportive semi-deep seat with soft knee rolls and fixed thigh blocks—giving you just the right amount of security for daily schooling or serious arena competition.

Crafted from supple, high-quality black leather, this model features Ideal’s signature broader bearing surface through the panels and gullet, distributing rider weight evenly across the horse’s back muscles. At Best Horse Saddle Shop, our workshop team hand-inspects every pre-owned saddle before listing. This 17.5″ Ideal Jessica is in Grade 4 condition—showing honest cosmetic wear to the seat, moderate rub marks on both flaps, and typical panel discoloration, but remaining 100% structurally sound with a solid tree and plush wool-flocked panels. Offered in a popular Medium-Wide fit, it’s a fantastic opportunity to own bench-made British leatherwork at an accessible pre-owned price!

Quick Specs

• Brand: Ideal Saddles

• Model: Jessica Dressage

• Seat Size: 17.5″ (Semi-Deep Balanced Seat)

• Width: Medium-Wide (MW)

• Color: Black

• Material: Traditional Quality Leather

• Panel Type: Wool-Flocked Panels with Wider Bearing Surface

• Wither Profile: Standard Wither / Average Back Profile

• Discipline: Dressage / Flatwork / Arena Schooling / Competition

• Flap Type: Traditional Dual Flap with Fixed Knee Blocks & Soft Rolls

• Serial Number: N/A (Inspected & Verified by Workshop)

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

Proven Rider Support & Classic Craftsmanship

The Ideal Jessica is built around everyday usability, comfort, and classic British saddlery:

• Semi-Deep Balanced Seat: Gives you a secure, central seat that allows full pelvic mobility and uninhibited communication with your horse.

• Supportive Knee & Thigh Blocks: Softly padded knee rolls and fixed blocks guide your thigh into a stable vertical line without forcing your leg out of position.

• Broad Bearing Panels: Designed with a wider gullet channel and generous panel surface area to reduce pressure points over the thoracic spine and loin.

• Adjustable Wool-Flocked Panels: Traditional 100% natural wool flocking allows your qualified saddle fitter to make micro-adjustments and tailor the panel contact as your horse conditions over time.

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 regular riding:

• Flaps & Seat: General wear across the seat area with moderate stirrup leather rubs on both left and right flaps.

• Panels & Cosmetics: Typical cosmetic discoloration on the wool-flocked panels and minor surface marks consistent with normal use.

• Hardware, Tree & Panels: The tree, girth billets, stitching, and wool panels are solid, intact, and fully functional.

• Best Horse Saddle Shop Price: Competitive Pre-Owned Pricing (Enjoy significant savings on a classic 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 train and compete 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.