If your mare is small and light I would reconsider as he is a chunky boy! He is chunkier in real life than he looks on the photos! Quite compact though and good strong conformation. He is aimed at showjumping breeding but I know two horses by him and they both do dressage! He is related to Arko through Argentan, who in turn has sired many top class progeny. I am not sure what Parson's Rasputin has achieved himself but he has great breeding and confo.
He's delightful - to look at and as a person! Went to see him earlier. All you say is very true and why I'm attracted to using him - next year obviously.
I know this is a REALLY old thread, but I just wanted to say I have used him this year on our maiden Goodtimes x Voltaire mare and we have a blob first time. After seeing some of his babies, I am very excited to see this one next year.