{"product_id":"black-country-ricochet-18-used-close-contact-saddle","title":"Black Country Ricochet 18\" Used Close Contact Saddle","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eCheck out this used Black Country Ricochet Close Contact Saddle with an 18\" seat, ready for its next rider! Combining elements of Black Country's popular Quantum and Wexford jumping saddles, the Ricochet brings together a supportive seat, a low-profile square cantle, and a beautifully traditional hunter\/jumper silhouette. Finished in classic black leather, it's a saddle that looks just as appropriate in the show ring as it does for everyday schooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ricochet features a Medium Wide\/Wide Freedom tree, measuring approximately 5\" dot to dot, along with Freedom gussets and wool-flocked panels. The broader tree configuration offers an option worth exploring for horses needing a more open tree shape, while the wool flocking allows a qualified saddle fitter to make adjustments to the panels. Its 18\" seat and approximately 13\" flaps complete this versatile jumping saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you'll love this saddle:\u003c\/strong\u003e With its supportive seat, classic close contact design, and adjustable wool-flocked panels, the Ricochet offers a thoughtful combination of rider comfort, timeless style, and fitting flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saddle is in good used condition with visible signs of previous use. The black leather shows rubbing and creasing along the flaps, underside, and billets, with a small area of surface scuffing toward the rear of the seat near the cantle. The additional close-up photographs show this area clearly. Please review all photos and video for a closer look at its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are a few words from the saddle maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Country developed the Ricochet by combining features of its Quantum and Wexford jumping saddles. The model features a low-profile, square-cantled seat with a continental-inspired close contact appearance, particularly popular with hunter\/jumper riders. Black Country also offers different tree and panel combinations to accommodate a variety of horse shapes, with pure wool flocking as a standard feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck out our saddle trial policy \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.farmhousetack.com\/pages\/saddle-trial-policy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat: 18\"\u003cbr\u003eTree: Medium Wide\/Wide Freedom Tree (approx. 5\" dot to dot)\u003cbr\u003eFlap: Approx. 13\" Long x 14\" Wide\u003cbr\u003eSerial#: 18T 15583\u003cbr\u003eYear: \u003cbr\u003eColor: Black\u003cbr\u003eWear: Good used condition with rubbing and creasing throughout the leather, flaps, underside, and billets, plus a small area of cosmetic scuffing near the rear of the seat. See photos and video for condition details.\u003cbr\u003eNotes: Freedom gussets and wool-flocked panels. Made in England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC1598\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Farm House Tack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68150231105721,"sku":"FHT-C1598","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0310\/2179\/3325\/files\/fbdad993-93b1-4274-a3c3-a2612d124160.jpg?v=1793806844","url":"https:\/\/www.farmhousetack.com\/products\/black-country-ricochet-18-used-close-contact-saddle","provider":"Farm House Tack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}