Help with saddle fit

[MM&PP]

I have got the saddler coming out on Wednesday, but just wanted a heads up on opinions on the fit of this saddle?

Thanks

 

[SavingGrace]

I'm no expert but i would say its just a teensy weensy bit narrow...

 

[MM&PP]

Thanks for replying Hollysmum

Anyone else? Too narrow?

 

[Kallibear]

Is this a serious question? The saddle is clearly far too narrow for the horse?! Plus the fact it's got a narrow TB type gullet and head yet the pony needs a wide cob type head and panels. Not a chance in hell of making that saddle fit.

 

[loverly]

I agree, it's too narrow - you need a wider gullet for it to sit better on your horse's back and to not cause any discomfort or problems.

I know it's very ard to find the right saddle to fit both you and the horse - but don't risk one that doesn't!

You need to be able to fit 4 fingers from the wither to the pommel. Then atleast 2 fingers when your riding him as a rough guide. Also when you press on the pommel, the cantle must NOT lift up. Hope this helps.

 

[MM&PP]

Is this a serious question? The saddle is clearly far too narrow for the horse?! Plus the fact it's got a narrow TB type gullet and head yet the pony needs a wide cob type head and panels. Not a chance in hell of making that saddle fit.

No I thought I'd ask for a laugh?

The 'pony' is a half tb.

Isn't that what forums are for? Learning? FYI, I don't want to make the saddle fit.

Thanks for replies people The more constructively phrased ones were prefered, but hey ho.

 

[Kallibear]

My apologies. My point was that it's so clearly far too narrow that surely you must have known that?! Like putting a 18" saddle on a shetland as asking if it's 'a bit long maybe?'