Imperial All-Purpose Saddle
Made to order — atelier lead time appliesTax included where applicable. Insured delivery arranged by your concierge.
OLVENIQ Saddlery — handcrafted in the European Union
Versatility is usually a compromise; in the Imperial it is a specification. A balanced seat, a semi-forward flap and hand-flocked panels make it the one saddle a serious amateur actually needs.
Cut, skived, stitched and edge-painted entirely by hand in our European atelier, this piece uses saddlery techniques measured in hours, not minutes: eight stitches to the inch, linen thread drawn through beeswax, edges sealed and polished until they feel like glass.
Design & Craftsmanship
- Softer half-blocks giving guidance without dictating the position
- Semi-forward flap suiting a versatile leg position across disciplines
- All-round panel profile fitting a wide range of sport-horse backs
- V-system billets in English bridle butt for an even, stable girthing line
- Hand-stitched in our European atelier — eight stitches to the inch in waxed linen thread
- Full-grain Tuscan calfskin seat and flaps with English bridle-leather skirts
Specifications
| Discipline | All-purpose / VSD |
| Tree | Adjustable spring-steel, 10-year warranty |
| Panels | Pure wool flocking, hand-shaped |
| Leather | Full-grain European calfskin |
| Flap | Semi-forward with half blocks |
| Gullet widths | Fitted to your horse (MW–XW range) |
| Hardware | Stainless steel, old-gold detailing |
| Weight | ≈ 6.7 kg kg |
| Made in | European Union — OLVENIQ atelier |
| Lead time | 6–8 weeks, made to order |
Care
Wipe dust and sweat after each use with a barely damp cloth, then feed the leather monthly with the OLVENIQ Leather Balsam. Keep away from direct heat, allow wet leather to dry naturally, and store on a shaped rack or padded hook. Treated with respect, this piece will serve for decades and acquire a patina unique to your stable.
Questions, Answered
What warranty applies?
The tree carries a 10-year warranty, leather and workmanship 5 years, subject to normal care — the longest cover we know of in the industry.
Can I order a different leather colour or custom details?
Certainly. Alternative leathers, stitching colours, welting and monogramming are available through our bespoke programme at no change to the lead time in most cases.
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.