New horse shopping criteria

[gunnergundog]

How????

I picked up the phone and rang them for goodness sake.

Faracat.......trust me, I wouldn't be selling a decent middleweight horse that has worked to medium level, hunted some of the country he has and is a saint to hack with no vices for just 2.5k - regardless of his age.

 

[SatansLittleHelper]

I've tried to call both numbers but no answer. I don't always have the best signal so it can be tricky to ring out and actually hear people properly

 

[Meowy Catkin]

I got the wrong end of the stick there - sorry Gunner.

 

[gunnergundog]

I got the wrong end of the stick there - sorry Gunner.

No probs......wouldn't mind owning him at all!

 

[Tarragon]

I have been following this thread with interest. It does highlight all the gory details of horse buying doesn't it!
I wanted to add that in my opinion the cost price is insignificant to the ongoing costs of keeping a horse. So waiting a bit and saving up so you can buy a slightly younger horse or one with potentially fewer health issues isn't a bad idea.

 

[indie1282]

Oh he looks super. Just the job. And worth the compromise on getting a teenager.

I like this horse alot! 👍

 

[Floxie]

https://www.horsemart.co.uk/7-year-old-17hh-chestnut-gelding/Horses/564297

Out of budget and younger than some posted, but seems a real genuine type..

ARGH I'm in love

Stupid bloomin' lottery

 

[SatansLittleHelper]

They've said they're going to call me once they've finished schooling

 

[Summit]

Remind me if I ever want to buy another, to post on here! LOL. '

I wouldn’t coz I’d never of bought Harry...

I bought an exracer, 19 year old, skinny, unloved with bad feet and dental but my god what a lovely confidence given horse he’s been for me and a real gem in the rough. ❤️❤️

 

[Summit]

They've said they're going to call me once they've finished schooling

Be ready to drive there today . Within 30 minutes of making a call, I was driving to Wales

ETA....I might be inclined to call again depending on who you spoke to

 

[Summit]

I wouldn't buy this specific Ardennes but she's the type I adore.
I wouldn't buy an older heavy horse to be honest, I'd want under 10, preferably younger. Im not mad keen to have ANY ex riding school/RDA horse as the last one my friend had was an absolute PITA, put me off for life..!! Plus this girl is about 8 hours from me lol.

Never say never...just coz your friend had a bad one, doesn’t mean they all are. The Comtois looks nice....

 

[Crazy_cat_lady]

I really liked the Comtois as well and he ticks a lot of the OP's boxes including her love of hair, I know hes a tiny bit smaller than she wanted but he looks like he's nicely built so you wouldn't notice it. They said he jumps as well didn't they? Also didn't you say you wanted something with smooth paces due to your health condition sorry if I've misread it may have been on one of your other threads but he looked a bit like a little armchair, used to be the same for the Clydesdale at the rs I used to enjoy riding him

Agree Manny sounds lovely.

 

[Chinchilla]

out of budget but sounds up your street slh though doubt your sensible friend would approve https://www.dragondriving.co.uk/horseforsale-131280.html
it does say will reduce price 'significantly' for quick sale.

I really, really like that horse

 

[splashgirl45]

if you get a reply about the ex hunter i would go and try him. my loan horse was an ex hunter who had a splint and the vet said not to hard hunt her but fine for hacking and low level competing. she was 18 when i got her, safe as houses and very forward going, very sound and i hacked her 5 or 6 times a week for 2 years, had to give her up because i was broken and she has now gone to someone else and is still in full work. and sound and happy.., so dont discount an older horse...

 

[Crazy_cat_lady]

out of budget but sounds up your street slh though doubt your sensible friend would approve https://www.dragondriving.co.uk/horseforsale-131280.html
it does say will reduce price 'significantly' for quick sale.

I really, really like that horse

He sounds nice as well and again fits op's preferred "look." Only slight concern would be them saying he wouldn't be warranted by them but not sure if this is how selling livery/ dealers work?
I'd want to know more about how hes with a selling agent when hes been in the same home all his life but it could be a truly genuine reason eg change in the owners circumstances

 

[bonny]

He sounds nice as well and again fits op's preferred "look."

He looks good, expensive but maybe fits the bill ?

 

[Chinchilla]

He sounds nice as well and again fits op's preferred "look."

Expensive though - worth it if he's all the ad says he is though. And if the seller could be persuaded to drop the price slightly and OP could stretch above budget slightly perhaps the finance side of things wouldn't be completely implausible. It does depend what the seller means by 'significant' price drop.
ETA - Also has anyone else noticed his feet?!

 

[gunnergundog]

Significant price drop for a hassle free sale usually means no vetting, buy as seen.....especially when it is coming from 'Trade'/dealer.

 

[Tiddlypom]

Britagie is waay over budget and this - 'canter is bouncy so no unbalanced riders' is most off putting. OP, I imagine you are looking for a comfortable ride?

 

[SatansLittleHelper]

Britagie is lovely but sold anyway.
I've tried to call about the Hunter again but not had any luck getting hold of them (they didn't call back)
I really really like the look/sound of him

 

[Summit]

They've said they're going to call me once they've finished schooling

Have they called back?

ETA - Also has anyone else noticed his feet?!

Easily fixed but does make me question why they look like that if he’s been in the same home for 8 years ?

 

[SatansLittleHelper]

Nope, no call back...I've tried calling them again but no luck getting through. No reply to the Facebook message either

 

[AmyMay]

Nope, no call back...I've tried calling them again but no luck getting through. No reply to the Facebook message either

I suspect it’s sold.

 

[Summit]

Nope, no call back...I've tried calling them again but no luck getting through. No reply to the Facebook message either

That’s a PITA.....I guess you only have the livery number and not a private number which will make it difficult plus it was said earlier that there was a lot of interest so they’re obviously not fussed about making return calls

 

[PoppyAnderson]

I'll get shot down in flames for suggesting a young horse but this guy looks lovely and I've bought a horse from these guys before. Not sure of price though.

https://www.facebook.com/714188668664714/posts/2136210933129140

 

[PoppyAnderson]

There are videos of him and he looks divine. Can't post links for some reason. Smith's farm horses.

 

[PoppyAnderson]

https://www.facebook.com/714188668664714/posts/2158528490897384

 

[PoppyAnderson]

Figured video link out!

https://www.facebook.com/714188668664714/posts/2152379438178956

 

[SatansLittleHelper]

I love him and just messaged them. He does look quite small though but will see what they say, thank you..!!!

 

[Summit]

He’s only 4 and only been schooled twice, might need more work than you want to put in?