SADDLERY
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THE PERFECT SADDLE After 10 years of expertise and rigorous testing, we are confident that the John Whitaker Saddlery Collection features some of the finest saddles in the world. From dressage to showjumping, and hacking to eventing, there is a John Whitaker saddle to suit almost all disciplines and riders.
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TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED
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Carefully designed and stringently tested, you can rest assured that every saddle in the John Whitaker Collection has been developed to enhance both you and your horse’s performance. All saddles within the range are built upon our revolutionary flexible Nylon tree, which absorbs shock and pressure; reducing strain on the horses spine and ensuring a more comfortable ride for both horse & rider. The Nylon Tree also means that your saddle can be adjusted in house for any fluctuation in your horses size without any loss of strength and stability.
High Tree Points Allows for greater shoulder movement.
Shock Absorbing Latex Under Panel Moulds perfectly to the horse,but retains its original shape when removed.
Personalisable Cantle Plaque Can be engraved with you or your horses name.
Stylish John Whitaker Design Contrast stitching and embossed JW design.
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THE JOHN WHITAKER STANDARD
Injection Moulded Nylon Tree
Purpose-Led Design
Latex Under Panel
Light, flexible and shock absorbing. All saddles within the John Whitaker Collection feature this revolutionary tree at it’s core and come complete with the ultimate seal of quality - our Lifetime Guarantee. Made from a single mould injected with our durable Nylon formula this tree distributes pressure evenly, reducing pressure ‘hot spots.’ this not only places less strain on the horses spine, it also provides a much comfier and stable ride for you. The strength of our Nylon tree has allowed us to heighten the tree points whilst maintaining rigidity, allowing for greater shoulder movement to enhance your horses performance. Should your horse change in muscle tone, we offer a bespoke resizing service using our special Infra Red Thermo Moulding Technology which can adjust the width of your tree by up to 2cm.
Every type of equestrian discipline requires different skills and abilities - and your saddle should be no different. This is why all aspects of every saddle we create have been thoroughly thought out and rigorously tested to ensure they excel at their intended use. For example our Kid’s Pony saddle is designed with safety and stability in mind, with large calfskin knee rolls to help budding riders develop their skills while keeping them safe and our dressage saddle complies with British Dressage rules.
Our under panel incorporates a shock absorbing latex construction with a memory foam padding which moulds to the exact shape of your horse. When removed, this foam will revert back to it’s original form unlike traditional wool flocking. Our felt lined under panel features slits should you wish to use extra wool flocking. This mouldability means that your John Whitaker saddle can be used on different horses.
Our Nylon Tree is Guaranteed for Life
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Unrivalled Value for Money The Finest Quality Leather Sourced in Europe, all John Whitaker saddles are crafted in the finest leathers, which are renowned for their softness and durability. It’s these leathers that mould so perfectly to your horse and eliminate the need to break in your saddle, giving you optimum comfort and performance from day one. We are so confident in our leather quality, that all leather within the Saddle Collection is guaranteed for two years against defect.
Carefully Designed
Backed by our Lifetime Tree Guarantee, and our two year guarantee against leather defects, we are confident that you will not find another saddle that meets John Whitaker standards of quality and price. Used by professionals and amateurs alike, there is a John Whitaker saddle to suit any rider, discipline or budget.
Attention to Detail and Quality
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The Professional Saddle Crafted entirely from a soft yet hardwearing calfskin leather which moulds perfectly to the horse, this saddle is perfect for any competing rider.
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Durable printed leather panels Smooth calfskin seat Large calfskin front and rear blocks CODE
JWS022
COLOURS
BLACK OR LIGHT HAVANA 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Ultimate Close Contact Saddle Designed to enhance the bond between horse and rider, our Ultimate Close Contact saddle is crafted from the finest quality calfskin leather for a slimline profile and the closest fit.
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Tri-Panel Leather system ensures maximum comfort and durability Calfskin knee block and seat CODE
JWS029
COLOURS
BLACK OR LIGHT HAVANA 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Robert Saddle
Using a forward cut design which incorporates a large front and back block, the Robert ensures maximum comfort and stability during any jumping discipline.
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Durable printed leather panels Smooth calfskin seat Large calfskin front and rear blocks CODE
JWS022
COLOURS
BLACK OR LIGHT HAVANA 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Event Saddle Our original mono-panel design features calfskin covered back knee block and front knee roll, while the D-Rings allow the saddle to be thoroughly secured to the horse for excellent stability.
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Mono-panel saddle Half calfskin panels Raised front and back blocks D-Rings to front to secure saddle CODE
JWS033
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Event V2 Saddle Our mono-panel design provides a sleek, close contact feel while the raised front while prominent rear blocks help keep the rider secure in the seat.
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Mono-panel saddle Half calfskin panels Raised front and back blocks CODE
JWS032
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Whitaker1 All Purpose Saddle With durable printed leather panels, this saddle is tough enough for any discipline while the calfskin seat and knee rolls ensure a comfortable ride.
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Durable printed leather panels Calfskin knee rolls Wide range of sizes available CODE
JWS030
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Dressage Saddle This stylish mono-panel saddle is fully covered in a soft calfskin leather and the built in knee roll and deep seat help maintain the correct leg position.
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Mono-panel, full calfskin saddle Built-in knee rolls Longer panel and girth points Black stitching CODE
JWS031
COLOURS
BLACK ONLY
SIZES
16, 16.5 17, 17.5, 18”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE * * X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Kids Pony Saddle With large calfskin knee rolls to help maintain a secure seat position, the Kids Saddle is perfect for building confidence in younger riders.
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Smooth oiled durable leather Calfskin seat & knee rolls Personalisable cantle plaque CODE
JWS021
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 15, 15.5, 16, 16.5”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Young Rider Saddle Ideal for budding professionals, our Young Rider Saddle is made from the finest calfskin leather and features exclusive contrast stitching and JW Diamond embossing.
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Decoratively shaped reinforced leg panel Forward cut for extra stability Contrast stitching CODE
JWS023
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 16, 16.5”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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The Young Rider Team Saddle With calfskin leather panels and a stylish and vibrant design the Young Rider provides comfort and stability whilst helping young riders perfect the art of riding.
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Cantle Design
Union Jack Cantle design Forward cut for extra stability Contrast stitching Decorative JWI saddle pin CODE
JWS028
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 15.5, 16, 16.5”, NARROW, MEDIUM, WIDE, X-WIDE *
SIZES
* X-WIDE AVAILABLE TO ORDER ONLY
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ACCESSORISE YOUR SADDLE With a comprehensive range of leatherwork and accessories designed specifically to compliment and enhance your John Whitaker Saddle, you can tailor your saddle to your exact specification and needs.
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IRAIR John Whitaker Air Irons Our Air Irons have flexible, shock absorbing rubber arms and a cushioning sole to soften impact on the riders joints and the horses spine. A perforated metal sole plate ensures a sturdy grip. CODE
IRAIR
COLOURS
SILVER ONLY 12cm SIZE ONLY
SIZE
STLE Stirrup Leathers Bonded calfskin stirrup leathers with web inner to retain shape and length
CODE
CODE COLOURS SIZES SIZE
STLE BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN 125cm, 145 cm, 160cm
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The Event Guard
The John Whitaker Event Guard is made from a thick padded leather which distributes pressure evenly on the underside of the horse. The large guard panel prevents injury when the horse is jumping - making it ideal for eventing. CODE
LW022
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA 40 - 70cm / 18 - 30�
SIZES
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SIZE
LW021 Pressure Girth CODE
LW021
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA 97 - 137cm / 40 - 54”
SIZE
LW020 Stud Guard CODE
LW020
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA 97 - 137cm / 40 - 54”
SIZE
LW023 Event Girth CODE
LW023
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA 40 - 70cm / 18 -30”
SIZE
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MARTINGALES
& BREASTPLATES At John Whitaker we have various styles of martingales and breast plates to suit any rider, discipline or budget. To view our stunning Patent Collection breast plate and breast strap, please go to page 35.
BP5 Elasticated 5 Point Breast Plate
EBP Elasticated Breast Plate
Elastic webbing at the shoulders and a 5 point connection system ensures minimal pressure and optimum comfort for the horse and thoroughly secures your saddle.
Made from durable and lightweight leather, this elasticated breast plate comes with a martingale attachment to give the rider more control.
CODE
BP5
CODE
EBP
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA
COLOURS
BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN
PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZES
COB AND FULL
SIZES
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BP6 Elasticated Chest Strap CODE
BP6
COLOURS
BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN
SIZES
COB AND FULL
MA020 Running Martingale ST Standing Attachment
Our MA020 Running Martingale is made from a durable leather with John Whitaker embossing and features silver hardwear.
MA8EF Fancy Stitch Running Martingale With fancy stitching and crafted from the finest English leather, the MA8EF is the most luxurious offering from John Whitaker. Comes with brass hardwear
CODE
ST
CODE
MA020
CODE
MA8EF
COLOURS
BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA
COLOURS
BLACK OR HAVANA
SIZES
PONY, COB AND FULL
SIZES
PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZES
ONE SIZE
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THE
PATENT COLLECTION
Our stunning Patent Collection is perfect for adding a dash of colour and style to any horse. As you can expect from John Whitaker, all pieces within the collection are made from a fine quality leather, buffed to a high-shine and are available in either our gorgeous red, classic brown or sleek black finish.
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BPP Patent Elasticated Chest Strap CODE
BPP
COLOURS SIZES
BLACK, BROWN OR RED COB AND FULL
EBPP Patent Elastic Breast Plate CODE
EBPP
COLOURS SIZES
BLACK, BROWN OR RED PONY, COB AND FULL
JW1P Patent Flash Bridle with Patent Reins CODE
JW1P
COLOURS SIZES
BLACK, BROWN OR RED PONY, COB AND FULL
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BR028 Luxury Flash Bridle
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Includes Rubber Reins
CODE
BR028
COLOURS
BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZE
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CODE Our most luxurious flash bridle, the BR028 is crafted from the finest quality English Sedgewicks leather and has an extra raised browband for maximum comfort. SIZES
BR027 Super Deluxe Mexican Bridle Includes Rubber Reins
CODE
BR027
COLOURS
BLACK, HAVANA OR OAK BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZE
The BR027 is crafted from the finest quality Sedgewicks English Leather and features brass hardwear and a sheepskin padded noseband.
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JW20 English Leather Flash Bridle Includes Rubber Reins
CODE
JW20
COLOURS
BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZE
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CODE Our JW20 is made from the finest English leather and features silver buckles and hardwear and comes complete with John Whitaker Rubber Reins. SIZES
JW21 English Leather Mexican Bridle Includes Rubber Reins
CODE
JW21
COLOURS
BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZE
A thinner noseband complete with a sheepskin grackle helps to relieve pressure on the horses nose. The JW21 comes complete with JW21 Rubber Reins.
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BR020 Crank Bridle BR021 Training Bridle Includes Rubber Reins CODE COLOUR SIZE
BR021 BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
The BR021 Training Bridle features clip on cheek pieces for quick and easy fastening and a wide noseband for comfort.
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Includes Rubber Reins CODE
BR020
COLOUR BLACK OR BROWN COB OR FULL SIZE The Crank Bridle features a slightly raised noseband and browband for comfort, and a double buckle SIZES crank for extra tension.
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BR023 Raised Flash Bridle Includes Rubber Reins CODE
BR023
COLOUR
BLACK OR BROWN
SIZE
PONY, COB OR FULL
The BR023 Raised Flash Bridle features our concealed sliding headstrap, which reduces rub on the horses poll.
BR022 Mexican Bridle
Includes Rubber Reins
CODE COLOUR SIZE
BR022 BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB OR FULL
The BR022 features our shaped headpiece and concealed sliding headstrap for ultimate comfort for your horse and has JW embossing on the nosepiece.
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BR032 Bridle With Diamante Browband and Noseband Includes Rubber Reins
BR031 Bridle With Diamante Browband Includes Rubber Reins CODE
BR031
BR032
COLOUR
COLOUR
BLACK ONLY
SIZE
BLACK ONLY COB OR FULL
SIZE
COB OR FULL
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CODE
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The BR032 features a stunning diamante encrusted noseband and browband for maximum glamour and style.
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Complete with sparkling diamante encrusted browband, the BR032 adds a dash of style to any leatherwork collection.
BR030 Bridle With Diamante Bit Detail Includes Rubber Reins
BR026 Clear Crystal Bridle Includes Rubber Reins
IFB Whitaker Economy Bridle Includes Rubber Reins
CODE
BR030
CODE
BR026
CODE
IFB
COLOUR
BLACK ONLY COB OR FULL
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA PONY, COB OR FULL
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA
SIZE
PONY, COB OR FULL
SIZE ‘
The Stylish BR030 features silver diamante bit detailing to the browband and matching silver hardwear.
This durable leather bridles comes complete with a row of clear diamante’s on the browband. Also available with black diamantes (BR025) ‘
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The Economy Bridle from John Whitaker is made from a durable smooth leather and comes complete with rubber reins, making it ideal for everyday use.
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BB022 Clear Crystal Linked Browband CODE COLOUR SIZE
BB022 BLACK OR HAVANA PONY, COB OR FULL
BB023 Leather Backed Red, White & Blue Crystal Browband CODE COLOUR SIZE
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BB023 BLACK OR HAVANA PONY, COB OR FULL
BB020 Red, White & Blue Twisted Crystal Browband CODE COLOUR SIZE
BB020 BLACK OR HAVANA PONY, COB OR FULL
BB021 Clear Crystal Chain Browband CODE COLOUR SIZE
BB021 BLACK OR HAVANA PONY, COB OR FULL
REINS &
BROWBANDS PR Pelham Roundings CODE PR BLACK OR BROWN COLOUR ONE SIZE ONLY SIZE
RER Rubber Reins CODE RER BLACK OR HAVANA COLOUR COB OR FULL SIZE
RER9L Rubber Reins 9 Loops CODE RER9L COLOUR BLACK OR HAVANA COB OR FULL SIZE
EDR Leather Draw Reins with Elastic Insert
CODE COLOUR SIZE
EDR BLACK OR BROWN ONE SIZE ONLY
Perfect for adding a personal touch to your leatherwork wardrobe. All of our browbands and reins are designed to match the John Whitaker Bridle Collection perfectly. Our stunning Patent Bridle also comes with Patent Reins, which can be seen on page 35.
RDR Fine Leather Draw Reins with Rope CODE RDR COLOUR BLACK OR BROWN ONE SIZE ONLY SIZE
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THE UNIVERSAL BIT “What I like about the Universal Bit is the ability to change and adapt it to suit the horse and rider’s needs” - John Whitaker
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BI020 The Snaffle Universal Bit The snaffle bit is a single jointed mouthpiece with a 'nutcracker' action. Please visit www.johnwhitaker.com for more information. CODE SIZE
BI020 5” OR 5.5”
THE BULLET MOUTH
CODE
BI021
SIZE
5” or 5.5”
This bit has a double jointed action, applying less pressure to the horses mouth.
THE LEATHER COVERED MOUTH This leather covered bit applies CODE BI024
SIZE
5” or 5.5”
even pressure and a soft finish to the horses mouth.
THE COPPER BULLET MOUTH
CODE
BI022
SIZE
5” or 5.5”
THE TWISTED MOUTH
CODE
BI023
SIZE
5” or 5.5”
The copper lozenge has a sweet taste and encourages the horse to ‘mouth up.’
The twisted bars add more pressure to the horses mouth, giving the rider extra control.
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LHC Premium English Leather Headcollar
HC021 Patent Headcollar
CODE
LHC
CODE
IHC
CODE
HC021
COLOUR
BLACK OR HAVANA COB AND FULL
COLOUR
BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB AND FULL
COLOUR
BLACK, BROWN OR RED
SIZE
COB AND FULL
SIZE
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IHC Economy Leather Headcollar
SIZE
TBS Tendon & Fetlock Boots
These leather tendon & fetlock boots are stylishly decorated with a contrast stitched logo to the front, and John Whitaker Signature coloured tab to the rear. CODE
TBS
COLOURS
BLACK OR BROWN PONY, COB AND FULL
SIZES
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How should I care for my John Whitaker Saddlle?
How often do I need to reflock my John Whitaker Saddle?
Before using your John Whitaker Saddle for the first time, we recommend that you use a good quality leather soap to help seal in the leather’s natural oil. After subsequent use, any build up of dirt or grime should be wiped down with a damp, clean cloth or sponge as soon as possible to prevent any damage. Be careful not to rub too hard, as any debris can scratch the soft leather. Contact with grooming and fly protection products should be avoided, as alcohol can discolour and damage the leather.
Can I adjust the size of my saddle?
How should I store my saddle? Saddles should be stored in a warm, dry environment to prevent mildew and mold and away from direct sunlight to avoid discoloration of the leather. We recommend that saddles be stored on a rack to maintain their shape.
Can I use my saddle for more than one horse? We have developed our saddles to be as simple to use and maintain as possible. Because of our memory foam flocking our saddles will mould to each individual horses shape whilst worn. This means that providing your horses are of a similar shape, you can use John Whitaker Saddles on several horses and your saddle will adjust accordingly. We always recommend that you have your saddle checked by a qualified saddle fitter.
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Never! Thanks to the latex under panel and memory foam flocking, the padding will always return to its original shape. There are slits for extra wool flocking if desired. All saddles within the John Whitaker Collection are built upon our revolutionary Nylon tree, which can be adjusted an unlimited amount of times without losing its strength and stability. Adjustments of up to 2cm can be made in-house to an exact template of your horse.
What size do I need? Please visit our website at www.johnwhitaker.com for our full size guides or contact our sales staff on +44(0)1706 340 500 who will advise you.
How long is my saddle guaranteed for? Our Nylon tree is guaranteed for a lifetime and all leather used within our Saddle Collection is guaranteed against defects for 2 years. Other leatherwork from John Whitaker is guaranteed for 12 months. Guarantee’s are subject to proper use. Your statutory rights will not be affected. If you have any other questions, please visit our website at www.johnwhitaker.com, or contact one of our sales staff who will answer any questions you may have.
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