GFS 17.5” VSD Saddle

Product details

GFS 17.5 inch VSD saddle in black, offered in used condition with a medium wide gullet. This saddle has a 17.5-inch seat, a semi-deep seat design, flocked panels and a dual flap. It is described as suitable for high-withered horses, making those details important considerations when assessing whether it may be appropriate for your horse and riding position.

GFS 17.5 inch VSD saddle details

• Brand: GFS
• Type: VSD saddle
• Colour: Black
• Seat size: 17.5 inches
• Gullet: Medium wide
• Interior gullet measurement: 6 inches
• D to D measurement: 10 inches
• Panels: Flocked
• Flap: Dual flap
• Seat: Semi-deep
• Condition: Used, described as being in excellent condition with no marks or scratches

Choosing a GFS 17.5 inch VSD saddle

The medium wide gullet, 6-inch interior gullet measurement and 10-inch D to D measurement provide useful reference points when comparing this saddle with your current tack or a professional fitter’s assessment. Measurements should be considered alongside the horse’s back shape, the rider’s requirements and the saddle’s position when placed on the horse. A stated gullet width should not be treated as a guarantee of fit.

The semi-deep seat may be worth considering if you prefer a little more shaping than a flat seat, while the dual flap is a notable design feature for riders who use long or dressage-style girthing arrangements. The flocked panels are another important part of the saddle’s construction and should be checked by a suitably qualified saddle fitter as part of the fitting process.

Condition and practical checks

This is a used black saddle, listed in excellent condition with no marks or scratches. As with any pre-owned saddle, examine the stitching, girthing areas, panels and underside before purchase. The supplied measurements are intended to help with initial comparison, but professional fitting may be appropriate before the saddle is used regularly.

Care and fitting advice

Keep the saddle clean and store it in a suitable dry place when not in use. Follow care guidance appropriate to the saddle’s materials, checking the panels and girthing points regularly. If you are unsure whether the medium wide gullet or the panel shape is suitable, seek advice from a qualified saddle fitter and provide the measurements listed above.

Frequently asked questions

What size is this saddle?

It has a 17.5-inch seat, a medium wide gullet, a 6-inch interior gullet measurement and a 10-inch D to D measurement.

What type of horse is it described as suitable for?

The supplied details describe it as suitable for high-withered horses. Individual fit still needs to be assessed for the horse and rider.

This GFS VSD saddle combines a 17.5-inch seat with flocked panels, a semi-deep seat and dual flap design for consideration within a professional fitting assessment.

Explore GFS 17.5 inch VSD saddle as part of your considered equestrian setup.