Premium Leather Close Contact English Saddle – Comfort Fit Panels & Adjustable Blocks

Refined Close Contact Design for English Riding

The Premium Leather Close Contact English Saddle is crafted for riders who want a balanced combination of rider comfort, close contact, and supportive positioning.

Handcrafted from natural vegetable-tanned, pigmented, aniline-finished leather, this saddle features a carefully shaped profile with a slightly flatter seat, medium-narrow twist, forward flaps, and repositionable knee and thigh blocks.

Its versatile construction makes it particularly suitable for Eventing and Hunter/Jumper riding, while also providing a practical setup for schooling and regular arena work.

Premium Leather Construction

The saddle is made from natural vegetable-tanned leather with a pigmented, aniline finish.

This leather construction gives the saddle a traditional appearance while providing the refined feel expected from quality English saddlery.

The saddle also incorporates full-grain leather reinforcement along the lower flap area to help protect against everyday wear.

Comfort-Focused Seat Design

The padded seat features a slightly flatter profile with a medium-narrow twist.

This configuration provides a balanced riding position while allowing the rider to maintain a natural feel and connection with the horse.

The covered leather flaps and jockey flaps include a thin layer of Comfort Foam underneath for additional rider cushioning.

Movable Knee & Thigh Blocks

The saddle incorporates an Adjusta-Block system that allows the knee and thigh blocks to be repositioned according to rider preference.

This gives riders greater flexibility when establishing their preferred leg position for jumping, flatwork, and schooling.

Anatomic Knee Rolls

Anatomic knee rolls provide additional support around the rider's leg.

Combined with the soft, air-cushioned kneepads, they help create a comfortable contact area while supporting grip and stability during riding.

Forward Flap Configuration

The slightly forward flap design is suited to riders who prefer additional room for their leg position.

The forward configuration works naturally with the saddle's knee and thigh block system, making it particularly appropriate for riders involved in jumping disciplines.

Comfort Fit Foam Panels

The underside features Comfort Fit foam panels designed to provide cushioning between the saddle and the horse.

The panels use a two-layer foam construction. The outer Comfort Foam is temperature-sensitive and molds toward the horse's individual shape, while the denser inner foam helps maintain the panel's structure and integrity.

The Comfort Fit panels are also covered by a 5-year limited warranty against manufacturer's defects, according to the source listing.

Designed for Hunter, Jumper & Event Riding

The saddle is recommended for riders participating in:

• Hunter riding

• Jumper riding

• Eventing

• English schooling

• Arena flatwork

• Jumping practice

• General English riding

Its combination of forward flaps, supportive blocks, close-contact construction, and Comfort Fit panels makes it adaptable to a range of English riding activities.

Key Features

• Premium natural vegetable-tanned leather

• Close-contact English saddle design

• Slightly flatter padded seat

• Medium-narrow twist

• Slightly forward flaps

• Movable knee and thigh blocks

• Anatomic knee rolls

• Soft air-cushioned kneepads

• Comfort Fit foam panels

• Two-layer foam panel construction

• Full-grain leather flap reinforcement

• Suitable for Hunter, Jumper & Event riding

• 5-year limited Comfort Fit panel warranty against manufacturer's defects

Saddle Specifications

Product Type: Close Contact English Horse Saddle
Material: Natural Vegetable-Tanned Leather
Leather Finish: Pigmented, Aniline Finish
Seat Profile: Slightly Flatter
Twist: Medium/Narrow
Flap: Slightly Forward
Knee Support: Adjustable Movable Blocks
Knee Rolls: Anatomic
Panels: Comfort Fit Foam
Panel Construction: Two-Layer Foam
Recommended Use: Hunter, Jumper, Eventing & English Schooling

Built for Rider Comfort & Close Contact

The Premium Leather Close Contact English Saddle brings together traditional leather craftsmanship and modern comfort-focused construction.

The slightly flatter seat and medium-narrow twist provide a balanced riding feel, while the forward flaps and movable blocks allow riders to customize their leg support.

Underneath, the Comfort Fit foam panels provide cushioning and are designed to respond to the horse's shape during use.

Care & Maintenance

To maintain the saddle properly:

1. Remove dust and dirt after each ride.

2. Clean the leather with a suitable leather cleaner.

3. Condition the leather according to the leather-care product recommendations.

4. Keep the saddle protected from excessive moisture.

5. Inspect the billets, stitching, flaps, and blocks regularly.

6. Check the knee and thigh blocks to ensure they remain securely positioned.

7. Keep the foam panel area clean and dry.

8. Store the saddle in a cool, dry and protected location.

9. Have the saddle professionally inspected periodically.

Package Includes

• 1 × Premium Leather Close Contact English Horse Saddle

• Comfort Fit foam panels

• Movable knee and thigh blocks

• Anatomic knee rolls

• English saddle construction

Note: Stirrup leathers, stirrups, girth, saddle pad, and other accessories are not included unless specifically selected with the saddle.