Saddle Fitters?

[Charlie4519]

Hi
I'm thinking of getting a saddle checked for my new horse and was wondering which fitters to go to, I've seen Manchester Saddlery and it seems a reasonable price. But does anyone recommend one or can tell me who to avoid, (I don't want to pay a fortune for petrol costs because it's only a simple saddle check)
Thanks

 

[webble]

Whereabouts are you

 

[Charlie4519]

Alderley edge

 

[sbloom]

Get the best you can afford, the fitter is only charging for their time and travel costs and it matters not whether it's just a saddle check, you need someone you can trust so don't discount on call out charges. Too many people spend cheap and spend twice, and with saddles it's way too important to cut corners. Vets and physio bills are much more expensive than one fitter call out.

 

[Charlie4519]

Ok great advice thanks do you recommend anyone?

 

[Firebird Dressage]

I highly recommend Emma at Crewe Saddlery. She keeps the templates from all the horses and its fascinating to see how much they change over the years.

 

[smja]

We use David at Village Saddlery, and have done for years.

 

[fatpiggy]

We use David at Village Saddlery, and have done for years.

I wouldn't!

 

[Micky]

Second for david

 

[mattydog]

I will second Crewe. Have used them for years for all my horses, including a wussy wb with a "delicate" back.

 

[dressagelove]

We use David at Village Saddlery, and have done for years.

I wouldn't either. Very unhappy with this guy.

 

[Micky]

Thank goodness there is a choice of saddlers eh....

 

[Madam Min]

I will second Crewe. Have used them for years for all my horses, including a wussy wb with a "delicate" back.

I'll 3rd Crewe, Lea and Emma are great!