Bates Caprilli Close Contact

This Bates Caprilli Close Contact is a versatile jumping saddle designed to provide a secure, balanced position and close contact between horse and rider. Known for its practical design and quality craftsmanship, it is a great option for riders looking for comfort and stability over fences.

Featuring Bates’ CAIR Cushion System, this saddle is designed to help distribute the rider’s weight across the horse’s back. The EASY-CHANGE Gullet System allows the gullet width to be adjusted to help achieve a suitable fit as your horse’s needs change.

This particular saddle is a 2016 model in brown Heritage Leather and presents in excellent condition. Complete with a red gullet currently fitted, it offers a quality Bates saddle at a fraction of the new retail price.

📋 Saddle Specifications

⭐ Condition

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Condition

This saddle presents in excellent condition. A lovely option for riders seeking a quality secondhand Bates Caprilli Close Contact saddle.

🚚 Shipping & Insurance

Standard Shipping

📦 Flat rate of $50 Australia-wide

🛡️ Optional Shipping Insurance

Flat rate of $100, covering your saddle for up to $5,000 in transit with Australia Post.

If your saddle is valued above $5,000, please contact Sutton Saddlery prior to purchase to discuss additional insurance options.

All saddles are professionally packaged and dispatched with care to ensure they arrive safely.

🩷 7-Day Saddle Trial Available

Many of our saddles are eligible for a 7-day trial, giving you the opportunity to ensure the saddle is the right fit for both you and your horse before making a final decision.

Trial Fee: $150

Please contact Sutton Saddlery prior to purchasing to discuss trial availability, eligibility, and our full trial terms and conditions.

💬 Questions?

Need more information, additional photos, or measurements? Feel free to get in touch. We’re always happy to help.

Every saddle is individually assessed and accurately described by Sutton Saddlery, giving you confidence when purchasing quality pre-owned saddles Australia-wide.