Hermes Brasilia

English Saddles

The work of the saddlery craftsmen at Hermes have focused on technique and aesthetics. Taking as a starting point the Essential model, the most recent jumping saddle, they have integrated various modifications to favor "close contact" riding in which the rider, the saddle and the horse are brought much closer together in a classical, uncluttered aesthetic.

The tree has a wide arch to free the wither and to contribute to the best possible balance of the saddle on the horse's back with optimum contact.

The saddle is quite flat and thin, bringing the rider closer to the mount, with a more forward seat. The seat is not so wide, slightly hollowed for balance and comfort, and with a rounded cantle.

The padded panels continue slightly beyond the line of the seat, ensuring more contact with the horse and more comfort for the rider. They are seamlessly integrated into the sweat flap with no separate pieces, making the saddle more supple and easier to keep in perfect condition.

The flaps are more rounded and not so far forward, with more pronounced padded flaps. This padding made of thick supple foam rubber has a slightly triangular cross-section to facilitate the rider's seat and aids. The underside has perforations (in a letter H shape) to maintain the elasticity of the padded flap. The billet straps are slightly further forward.

Seat Sizes: 16", 16.5", 17", 17.5", 18".
Flaps: Padded w/ blocks or w/out blocks.
Tree Sizes: Standard or Wide.
Price: $4550