Shires Optimus saddle

[NOISYGIRL]

Dose anyone have one of these, what are your opinions please

http://www.barnstormers.co.uk/acatalog/SHIRES_OPTIMUS_YORK_LEATHER_GP_SADDLE.html

 

[Wheels]

It looks nicer in the photo than it does in real life that's for sure.

Personally I'd go for a second hand one

 

[Wheels]

Sorry that should have said better quality second hand one

 

[McNally]

I considered one for my horse but after searching on various forums for info about them i chose to steer clear.
Never read a single good thing, also tried emailing Shires to ask where a stockist i could view one at was and never heard back from them which is a pet hate of mine so i went for a Kent and Masters instead. I agree second hand better quality all the way (umm, probably even over my kent and masters!)

 

[Hippona]

I bought one....I was actually surprised at how nice it was in the flesh....better than expected TBH.....it fitted the horse alright and was comfy....but I've actually just sold it after a month or so.

Just didn't feel right -felt 'perched' on the horse rather than astride him although I have to say he is an awkward bugger to fit and he was happy in it....