Highclere Dressage Saddle Monoflap
Made to order — atelier lead time appliesTax included where applicable. Insured delivery arranged by your concierge.
OLVENIQ Saddlery — handcrafted in the European Union
The Highclere is our answer to a simple question: what does a dressage saddle feel like when nothing is allowed to distract the seat? Built around an ultra-narrow twist and a panel shaped for uphill movement, it places the rider motionless at the centre of the horse.
We work exclusively with full-grain European calfskin and English bridle butts, tanned slowly with oak and mimosa bark. Each hide is rested, stuffed with tallow and waxes, then burnished by hand — a rhythm of work unchanged for a century, and the reason OLVENIQ leather ages into character rather than wear.
Design & Craftsmanship
- Seamless deep seat construction with no pressure ridges under the rider
- Cut-back head plate giving generous wither freedom for uphill movers
- Stainless-steel stirrup bars, recessed and hand-polished
- Full-grain Tuscan calfskin seat and flaps with English bridle-leather skirts
- Long, straight flap with a discreet knee roll supporting a quiet, elongated leg
- Edges skived, folded and edge-painted by hand — no raw cuts anywhere on the saddle
- Signature old-gold nameplate, individually numbered
Specifications
| Discipline | Dressage |
| Tree | Adjustable spring-steel, 10-year warranty |
| Panels | Wool with latex core, hand-shaped |
| Leather | Tuscan calf with English bridle skirts |
| Flap | Long dressage, monoflap construction |
| Gullet widths | Fitted to your horse (MW–XW range) |
| Hardware | Stainless steel, old-gold detailing |
| Weight | ≈ 7.3 kg kg |
| Made in | European Union — OLVENIQ atelier |
| Lead time | 6–8 weeks, made to order |
Care
Clean with a glycerine saddle soap as needed and condition sparingly — quality leather prefers little and often. Avoid oils in excess, which soften structure. We offer a full refurbishment service: stitching, flocking and finish can be renewed at our atelier at any point in the piece's life.
Questions, Answered
Can the saddle be fitted to my horse?
Yes. Every purchase includes a consultation with an OLVENIQ master saddle fitter, and the wool-flocked panels and adjustable tree allow precise fitting to your horse's current shape — with re-fitting available as the horse develops.
What is the delivery time?
Each saddle is made to order in our European atelier. Standard lead time is 6–8 weeks; a priority service is available on request through your concierge.
The OLVENIQ Promise
Every OLVENIQ piece is covered by our house guarantee, dispatched with insured white-glove delivery across the European Union, and supported by a dedicated concierge who remains at your service long after the purchase. We believe the finest equestrian equipment deserves the finest aftercare.