The combination of our saddle tree and panel concepts with professional measurement data enables us to built or adjust custom made to measure saddles fitting perfectly to the horses back. It was and is always our aim to create horse-friendly equipment for healthy horses and lucky riders. The Rhein is an older model and has been replaced by the Athen Olympic. (as per Kieffer website) What do you want to know about this saddle? If you have a serial number, you could email Kieffer directly and get more info from them also. I have two old Kieffer monoflap jump saddles and they are the best! Paid $300/$500 for them. Toshiba 370a service manual free. I bought one for my TB and one for my draft x. The quality on them is wonderful. I sent the serial # and photos to Kieffer Germany and they told me they were circa 1978-ish. Very nicely balanced saddles. Well, I got offered a trade of a a Kieffer dressage saddle for my australian stock saddle. I don't know much about these saddles and the only thing I know for sure on this one is that it's an 18' seat. Can anyone tell me anything about the saddle pictured below? Also curious what this saddle would be worth, considering brand, condition, etc. Nov 24, 2018 The correct saddle fit. Saddle ID: C12003-18-1 Kieffer 3000 Dressage Saddle Serial Number: 0707048 Color: Black Seat Size. Kieffer 3000 Dressage Saddle. Serial Number: 0707048. Kieffer 3000v dressage saddle with adjustable tree $3,595.00 This saddle has a dial system in the pommel, to allow you to easily adjust it to fit most horses.
For more than 170 years the name “Kieffer“ has stood for Bavarian craftsmanship.
certified by the ’Austrian Department For Animal Welfare’
Animal welfare-compliant
Our made to measure saddle concept based on EQUIscan and Saddle-Check (BVFR) measurement data has been renowned as animal welfare-compliant by the ’Austrian Department For Animal Welfare’.
The combination of our saddle tree and panel concepts with professional measurement data enables us to built or adjust custom made to measure saddles fitting perfectly to the horses back. It was and is always our aim to create horse-friendly equipment for healthy horses and lucky riders.
Because of this fact, we are are so proud that our work has been certified as animal welfare-compliant from official side.
Please note: to ensure that a saddle stays always animal welfare-compliant, you have to keep in mind to make regular use of professional check ups, documentation and adjustment.
Many people find used saddles for sale at flea markets, tack stores, garage sales or in classified ads, and need to identify the type of saddle they have. The first step is to get a general sense of the overall type of saddle, followed by identifying the saddle maker. Many popular saddle makers have websites or catalogs, and you can look up more information about the saddle online or in books to find out how many were made, when it was produced, and in what styles and colors. Cool timer pics.
Western or English Saddle
First, determine whether you have an English or a Western style saddle. English saddles are flatter and have less padding than the Western, or cowboy-type saddle. Western saddles have a saddle horn, a protrusion on the pommel or front of the saddle that is used in ranch work. English saddles always have a single girth with either two or three straps to attach the girth, while Western saddles may have one or two girths.
Finding the Maker's Mark on an English Saddle
The maker's mark on an English saddle usually is stamped into the leather under the leg flap. Place the saddle on a stand or a fence post so you can look at it carefully. You may want to have a magnifying glass handy if the saddle is very worn so you can see the marks better. Lift the flaps up, first on the left side and then on the right. Look under the flap for the name, country of origin, and any identifying serial number. These often are stamped on the sweat panel or under the leg flap near the girth straps. Common saddle brands are Crosby, Kieffer, and Steuben, but there are many others.
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Finding the Maker's Mark on a Western Saddle
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Western saddle makers typically place their marks on one of three places: the latigo holder, behind the cantle or on the fenders. A few makers stamp underneath the flap or on the seat itself. Sometimes you can find the maker's mark on a metal tag placed on the saddle. Popular Western saddle makers include Billy Cook, Circle Y, Tex Tan and Tucker.
Final Identification
Once you have determined whether or not you have an English or Western saddle, and found the maker's mark and serial number or other identification number, it's time to learn more about your saddle. First, do an online search and find out whether the saddle still is being made. If it is, you can find information about it easily on the company's website or on a tack store website. If it's an older saddle, many saddle repair shops offer information on popular saddle makers and saddle types.