Saddles....

[GreyConnemara]

A few questions about saddles...

1) What is the best way to clean suede seat and knee rolls in order to lift dirt and restore colour (2nd hand pessoa)?

2) Would having a broken girth strap repaired detract/add value if I was looking to sell? Would it be better to keep the original even if broken? Broken strap is the last one, girth could still be used on front 2 straps.

Thanks

 

[ThePony]

not sure on the suede question, but I would def have the girth strap replaced. If you are worried about it looking odd, then it really isn't too expensive to have the lot replaced, and there is a huge variation on the colours of leather available so I'm sure your saddler can find a good match for replacement.

 

[picolenicole]

I clean my suede with just warm water, I have also been seen using.... the hover on it, as mine is black and most of my pony is white!!!!! I would replace the straps all of them as they don't cost a lot to replace.