Whippy Steggall British Military Officer's Saddle 1891 Pattern - Saddle069 horsebrass The bit has swivelling loops

The bit has swivelling loops on the lower parts of the cheeks

There are 7 black & white plates of famous horses

including many in colour and a few early photographs

The cheeks are curved with oval loops at the top and separate holes for curb hooks

Ref: Four small Horse hooves

Whippy Steggall British Military Officer's Saddle 1891 Pattern - Saddle069 horsebrass The bit has swivelling loopsThis is a dark tan leather saddle with a good patina. It was probably an officer's private purchase. It has burrs at the front and fans at the back, these all have brass rings to allow for the attachment of equipment. The saddle has a spoon shaped cantle at the back. The Pommel and cantle are edged in brass. There would have been a ring or buckle on the pommel, this has been lost. There are a few insect holes around the waist of the seat and there is